The Vortex Optics Viper HD 8x42 were the best binoculars for birding in my larger review of the best binoculars. Ahead, learn more about why these binoculars were perfect for spotting winged wildlife.

Most of us have a single binocular that will take us from September archery deer hunts through December late-season goose shoots and will still be the optic we reach for come April’s turkey seasons.

The Vortex Strike Eagle is perfect for those who want to get into long-range shooting without breaking the bank to do it. It’s got crystal clear fully multi-coated lenses, a glass-etched reticle, and ...

The Vortex Crossfire offers a 32mm objective lens and a magnification of 2-7x, so whether you’re hunting large or small game, this scope has you covered. The fully multi-coated glass lens is ...