EP 05 – A deep dive into optics: Swarovski, Zeiss, Outdoorsmans

EP 05 – A deep dive into optics: Swarovski, Zeiss, Outdoorsmans   In this episode, Jay explores the complicated topic of optics.  After giving a breakdown of what he has owned, sold, and continues to use. Jay then provides several recommendations for a variety of budgets.   @mindful_hunter [email protected] www.mindfulhunter.com   0:00 – Intro 3:17 – High volume for legs 9:06 – Why I need a coach 14:01 – MSR Reactor 18:41 – Optics 22:41 – What I have owned, sold, and still use 24:13 – Alaska Guide Creations bino harness 26:03 – Cost vs. Quality 27:54 – Edge to edge clarity 31:57 – Chromatic aberration 33:51 – Light transmission 36:50 – Tripods 38:11 - Outdoorsmans system 43:15 – Different recommendations for different budgets 55:24 – 42mm vs. 50mm objective 57:21 - Cost vs. Quality 58:09 – Do you need a spotting scope 59:18 – 65mm vs. 85mm spotting scope 59:47 – Rifle scope questions 62:03 – Key features to look for when buying optics 63:36 – Budget-friendly spotting scope