Vortex Optics 18x56 Kaibab HD Water Proof Roof Prism Binocular with 3.7 Degree Angle of View, Green Rubber Armored

2025-03-24T20:00:00

The best Bino's we've used to date! Perfect on the tripod for scouting targets. We take them when we travel every year also. They're amazingly clear and very well built!

Daniel B.

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2025-01-13T19:00:00

These are excellent binos. I've used the 15x and then the 18x for nearly 8 years in place of a spotting scope on my big game hunts in Arizona, New Mexico and Utah. They are every bit as good as some much more expensive brands. They're a bit on the heavy side but worth carrying and use them with a tripod.

Enoch S.

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2024-12-08T19:00:00

I've utilized my Kaibab's for four straight years, hunting Mule Deer & AZ Coues', and I LOVE them. . Vortex, PLEASE, keep this upgraded line runnin'! The beautiful thing with the HD mag of the 18's, you'll not only see the deer, and whether it's a buck or a doe, you'll be able to tell what it ate for breakfast, you'll decipher how many ticks are on it's underbelly, and the sheer amount of dark brown versus light brown hairs it has on it's chin?

Connor R.

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2024-10-06T20:00:00

I can't say enough good things about these Binos. They are awesome, the glass quality, the durability, the lack of strain on your eyes is amazing!! I have had these for years and used them on many hunts, range trips, and much more. They are my goto binos for anything I need to see at distance.

Dan G.

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2024-06-01T20:00:00

Classic Vortex quality, best used with tripod

Jason H.

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2024-03-28T20:00:00

I was at the Vortex showroom looking through their lineup of binoculars and found these were the best value for the money. I'm very happy with these and would highly recommend them to others!!

Jon W.

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2023-11-07T19:00:00

These binos are great. I use them for Coues whitetail hunting in AZ. It is long range spotting that takes a lot of glassing and patience. I set these up on my Vortex tripod and glass for hours. They are a bit heavy, but much better than packing a spotting scope. The only con is, they have me spotting those little grey ghosts out far beyond my shooting ability! Last trip I was spotting them at 1,200-1,400 yards with these glasses. Would definitely recommend!

Tom L.

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2023-11-02T20:00:00

I recently got these as a warranty replacement for a pair of 15x50 Vipers I had for several years. Paid a little upgrade fee since the 15x50 were no longer available. I used the Kaibabs on a Texas Auodad hunt and I couldn't be happier with these binos. These are so clear, even in low light. The animals stood out a long distances and made judging at long range easy. I used a tripod most of the time for the size and weight, but they can be pull up by hand and used as well. I've never owned the high dollar optics, so I'm not comparing to them. I can only say these exceeded all of my expectations. Add in the best warranty there is and I don't think there's a better purpose built long range binocular for the money. I have several Vortex binos, rifle scopes and a spotting scope. All serve the purpose the were bought for very well.

BrianN

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2023-08-03T20:00:00

I have used these for several hunts and can glass all day.

Brian T.

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2023-07-30T20:00:00

I am a Senior LRP RSO at Cameo Shooting and Eduction Complex. I use the Kaibab binoculars for spotting out to 2000 yards. Obviously not as good as Leica, Zeiss, and Swarovski spotting scopes, but incredibly impressive in their clarity and brightness. So impressive for the cost, versatility, and quality that many shooters have looked through my Kaibabs and then bought their own! Yes, too heavy to lug around if you are a stalk and spot hunter, but perfectly suited for setting up a stand and glassing over a 1000 yd canyon. Comes with a tripod mount, put it on a Primos TriggerStik and you are ready to go.

Brian Y.

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2023-07-03T20:00:00

I love these kaibabs. For the money I haven't found anything comparable. These are my go to in my outdoorsman pack every time. I don't real love the Vortex mounting system but that is a different product. They are a little on the heavier side but in my opinion it's worth the extra weight. Anyone can use. Works best with a pistol grip head.

Chance P.

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2021-07-20T20:00:00

Purchased these last fall for a CO elk trip. They are great for glassing on a tripod if you don't want to haul a spotter around. Glass is good for the price point. They are a bit heavy but they are 18 x 56 so it is to be expected. Two complaints are the poor eye relief. Can't really use the eye cups because the poor eye relief requires your eyes to almost be on the glass. Second problem is the design flaw of the hinge point. You will pinch your fingers on the top of these if you are not careful because the plastic housing on top comes together completely when you spread the binos to full width. That hurts.

DaveyJ71

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2019-08-10T20:00:00

I bought these a few days ago and not a big fan. I can't get them real clear. Can't get them to fit me. I have to get them in as far as I can an with the uni daptor but it prevents them to squeeze together. A couple other guys seem to have same problem. Not sure what to do with them.

Junior01

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2019-05-28T20:00:00

I’ve had my 15x56 for two years now, I love them. I was nervous the 25x56’s would be to zoomed but going back now I would have bought the 25 power I like to look a long ways! Definitely have to have a tri pod or window mount. Great binos

Dirtydogg24

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2019-05-28T20:00:00

Bought this a couple weeks ago and absolutely love them. Will be using on desert bighorn hunt.

Skip76

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2019-05-27T20:00:00

I bought these to replace a spotting scope. I mostly use them for spotting impacts on steel 500-1200 yards and they are phenomenal for that. Have also used them for management hunting over crops this spring. I love these binos and will never buy another spotting scope. The field of view and reduced eye fatigue along with the excellent glass make them the perfect spotters in my opinion. Plan on using these in conjunction with a tripod as they are fairly large and too heavy to be used off hand.

Zack

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2019-05-27T20:00:00

I own a pair of Vortex and a pair of Swarovski binoculars. I truly believe my Vortex are the better glasses. And the customer service and warranty is amazing. Thank you for building a awesome product that you stand behind 100% and is affordable. Here is a picture of me and my son glassing for some AZ desert mule deer. We fight over the Vortex. As you can see in the picture Dad usually wins.Lol

Cahill 1.

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2019-05-27T20:00:00

I bought this last fall before hunting season fired up and absolutely love it. The clarity at long range is amazing for a not to terribly expensive pair of binos. For the size of them that is. My only complaint is they are quite heavy. I carry them in an Alaska Guide Creations Denali back which fits them perfectly. They carry quite well in that but you can sure feel it when you pull them out. They work great on a Bog Pod with a bino holder.

Flat h.

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2019-05-27T20:00:00

I bought this last fall before hunting season fired up and absolutely love it. The clarity at long range is amazing for a not to terribly expensive pair of binos. For the size of them that is. My only complaint is they are quite heavy. I carry them in an Alaska Guide Creations Denali back which fits them perfectly. They carry quite well in that but you can sure feel it when you pull them out. They work great on a Bog Pod with a bino holder.

Sbert89

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2019-05-12T20:00:00

I bought a pair of 18x56 Kaibab's during a hunt last year and I quickly fell in love with them. When there paired with a good sturdy tripod they are amazingly clear and crisp. I did notice the focal adjustment doesn't need a whole lot of adjustment even when glassing at different ranges. Overall a fantastic pair of binos for the money!

Dowell12

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2019-05-01T20:00:00

Got these binos for hunting and spotting at prs matches. These binos have outstanding clarity at the magnification range. The glass is crystal clear allowing me to see bullet trace without issue. In my opinion they are up there with the swaros. Swaros are a tad better but the price difference makes the kaibab the better choice.

Colten519

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2019-04-30T20:00:00

I have been running the 15x56 kaibab for 2 years now, PRS and hunting. I got these bc they were recommend by a friend. I actually used his pair before I purchased some. first PRS match I took them to, of course, they fell over on the tripod my second stage and bent the ocular housing. still able to use them the rest of the day. called vortex, explained situation, sent them in, repaired like new. after that I knew I was hooked. I have been able spot impacts out to 1200 yards with 6mm, and able to watch bullet trace. my last hunt in November, it was dusk. between the razor II 3-18 and Kaibab, able to put some meet in the freezer.

southerngolfer

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2018-07-15T20:00:00

got these and love them spotting game and choosing the one to take makes it a breeze

Tmills

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2018-03-28T20:00:00

I really like these, wont break the bank like the big eyes, not as powerful but will get the job done. once you've seen what your looking for then the spotting scope can be brought out for a better look. A great piece in my bag

sharps1874

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2018-03-09T19:00:00

Been using my these binos for over a year now and it’s been out in the field with me on my bear, elk, mule deer, javelina hunts and countless scouting trips and they preform amazing. Paired with a good tripod they make glassing easy and the great clarity makes spotting animals easy. Would definitely recommend to any Hunter.

Purple H.

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2018-03-01T19:00:00

I own Vortex binoculars, riflescopes and Spotting scopes. They are superior to even the highest priced optics. Due to great engineering, manufacturing, performance, warranty and above all else service and reputation.

AZGWC

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2018-02-28T19:00:00

I have always depended on 10x binos for my western hunts but decided to try a higher magnification lens for long distance glassing. These Kaibab HD opened up my eyes to long distance glassing. The full lenses clarity and a focal adjustment that doesn't require much adjusting when scanning changing distances makes this a pleasure to sit behind. Set on a solid base tripod it's amazing what you can see. It has filled a void in my hunting technic that I didn't realize existed. The only problem I have is my buddies keep asking to borrow it.

Tom257

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2018-02-28T19:00:00

I had the Vortex prior to buying these and I love both but this one is superior to my vortex. Can see further and clearer just as clear as my husbands Swarovski!! Haha

Tsennes

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