Posts belonging to Category 'Vanguard'

£40 Cashback on Vanguard Binoculars

I tend to find and see far more rebates and cashback offers in the US, than when compared to the UK (especially where binoculars are concerned), so it is always great to see a manufacturer offering an incentive to buy their binoculars in the UK. A short while back I wrote about the US offer […]


Best Value, Best-selling 10x42’s on Amazon

A few weeks ago I wrote an article about the Best-selling Binoculars on Amazon.com (USA) and basically came to the conclusion that the the majority of people buying binoculars from Amazon in the US are choosing very cheap pairs (under $150) with fairly high magnifications. Across the Pond If you take a look at the […]


New: Vanguard Spirit XF Binoculars

Vanguard Spirit XF Binoculars Based on Vanguard’s top of the range Endeavor ED Binoculars, the Spirit XF binoculars have a number of the Endeavor’s features and a few of their components and coatings, but all at a budget-friendly price. The Body What is instantly noticeable about the Spirit XF is their distinctive open-bridge design, which […]


Which ED Glass Binoculars?

I recently received the following question from a reader looking to choose between two reasonably priced ED glass binoculars: Question: I want to buy a pair of full size binoculars for every day use. I want a pair with ED glass, at what I consider a reasonable price. I came down with these two: Vanguard […]


Vortex Viper HD vs Vanguard Spirit ED 10X42

This question comes from a person wanting to choose between two very good binoculars, both similar in most aspects, apart from the price: Question: Based on your reviews, I am considering either the Vortex Viper HD 10x42 or the Vanguard Spirit ED 10x42. Both seem to have very similar specs and ratings (85% and 87%), […]


Vanguard 8x42 Spirit ED Binoculars on Safari

I recently wrote about me taking a pair of Luna Optics Night vision binoculars with me on safari that worked incredibly well. But as well as these, I also obviously took a pair of “standard day-time” binoculars with on that trip as well. My usual choice and my general advice for a good pair of […]


Bird Photo Contest: Win Vanguard Endeavor ED’s

If like me, you enjoy taking photos of birds as well as looking at them through your binoculars, then here is your chance to get a little recognition for all your “hard” work, as well as getting the chance win a pair of top of the range Vanguard Binoculars. The Bird Photo Competition WeLoveBirds.org is […]


Vanguard Alta Pro 263AT Tripod Review

As well as one of their fantastic car window mounts, I also recently had the enjoyment of testing the Vanguard Alta Pro 263AT tripod that came included with the Vanguard SBH-30 Ball Head. Vanguard Alta Pro Tripods The Alta Pro Series of tripods are available in lightweight carbon fiber and aluminum alloy models and are […]