Good Spotting Scope?

[rosscrazyelk]

I just bought the vortex razor hd 20x60x80 and I could not be more pleased.  Just a tad over $1000

[opdinkslayer]

Leupold Kenai HD. Its $500 cheaper than the gold ring hd and is just as good optically if not better with the 80mm obj IMO. Ditto on the get the best tripod and head you can afford. the glass is all junk without this.

[columbiaman]

What is a good spotting scope Between $500 to $1000?
I know Swarovski is really good?
But what is your guys thought of a good one?
-Light
-Easy to pack
-Ect

Have you tried the Zen-Ray PRIME HD spotting scope. My buddy just ordered a set for $1150 after $200 discount.

http://www.zen-ray.com/shop/spottingscopes/primehd-spotter-2060.html

[jackelope]

Yes. The place where the adjustments happen. Higher end tripods are usually just legs. Then you buy the head. Different strokes for different folks. Personal preference from style to style, etc.

[huntnnw]

manfrotto 701HDV head is a good one!