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Offline columbiaman

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binocular harness
« on: October 21, 2008, 10:00:27 AM »
which harness do you guys use? I have heard some good things about it. I am wondering whether it makes  big differeence.

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #1 on: October 21, 2008, 10:03:31 AM »
I use one basically the same as this one, but I can't remember who makes the one I have (its at home, I'm at work). They are very nice. I can't even tell my binos are there, and it keeps them close to your body instead of swinging around.

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #2 on: October 21, 2008, 10:07:42 AM »
Grab the first one off the isle at Joes, Cabelas, or Sportsmans.  Market price is about $10-15.  You'll be amazed at how much more secure you binos feel and the break it gives your neck after a long day of hunting.

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #3 on: October 21, 2008, 10:13:02 AM »
Look at the Nimrod bino harness, made by a local company ( Leavenworth I think ) and a good product. Only part of it has the elastic so it will last longer. Been using mine for three years vs. one year on my crooked horn harness.

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #4 on: October 21, 2008, 10:16:35 AM »
Grab the first one off the isle at Joes, Cabelas, or Sportsmans.  Market price is about $10-15.  You'll be amazed at how much more secure you binos feel and the break it gives your neck after a long day of hunting.

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #5 on: October 21, 2008, 10:17:38 AM »
I also have Nimrod, good product.  I have a day pack from them also that I love.  Just ordered another pack for their system that you can add on to the base system.  They are out of Cashmere. www.nimrodpacks.com

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #6 on: October 21, 2008, 10:18:39 AM »
I have binocular harness and I love it. It keeps it from swinging around. the only problem is when someone doesn't have binos and they want to use yours, you get up close and personnal with that person.

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #7 on: October 21, 2008, 10:32:18 AM »
I have binocular harness and I love it. It keeps it from swinging around. the only problem is when someone doesn't have binos and they want to use yours, you get up close and personnal with that person.

lol.. I know what you mean.. :chuckle:

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #8 on: October 21, 2008, 01:09:08 PM »
I have one, tried it, HATE IT. binds me up, too hard to use unless sitting or standing. prone and in awkward postions it sucks. I carry calls and a range finder around my neck. The Binos now go on about a 4 foot long strap around neck and left arm, WAY COOL, I love it.
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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #9 on: October 21, 2008, 01:12:42 PM »
I use the Swarovski Bino harness that I got when I got my Swarovski's.  Pretty much the same as the Cabela's ones, or tarantula one, or nimrod or Crooked Horn.  They are all alike... I wouldn't go anywhere without it that's for sure!

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #10 on: October 21, 2008, 01:14:31 PM »
+1 on the Nimrod harness. The nice thing about the nimrod harness is that it also has quick disconnects so you can keep the harness on and just squeeze the disconnect on each side if someone needs to use you Binos. The solid upper strap is really nice so the dont bounce as much as the other bino systems. Comfort is awesome also.

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #11 on: October 21, 2008, 01:24:58 PM »
I have one, tried it, HATE IT. binds me up, too hard to use unless sitting or standing. prone and in awkward postions it sucks. I carry calls and a range finder around my neck. The Binos now go on about a 4 foot long strap around neck and left arm, WAY COOL, I love it.
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I have the Crooked Horn system and like you don't like it around me all the time but the nice thing is if you streach out all the buckles it can be just a neck strap like your talking about over your head and one arm through and they stay right on your hip then just sling them around front when you need em and you can still use the full nelson format if you wish !!!  :chuckle:
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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #12 on: October 21, 2008, 01:35:26 PM »
Would never go out in the woods without one!  After I got one, I wondered how I made it all those years without one!  Can be restricting at times, but not too bad to overcome.  The newer onse have hooks that you can disconnect in a heartbeat to remove the binos.
May need to look into the Nimrod one though.  I have one Cabela's model and one Crooked Horn.  Only diference is the wording on the leather patch and the connection to the binos.
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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #13 on: October 21, 2008, 02:14:29 PM »
Sportsmans has one for about $15 that is Camo and very comfortable

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #14 on: October 21, 2008, 02:18:18 PM »
How are these when combined with a daypack or hydration pack?  I want one, but I'm worried that putting my camel back on over the top might prevent me from using the binos.
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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #15 on: October 21, 2008, 02:21:54 PM »
It will be no issue with a pack or camel.  The binos slide along the straps in front and the back just stays put.  Use mine with a full pack all the time.
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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #16 on: October 21, 2008, 02:25:12 PM »
I had a Crooked Horn system but it stretched after a while and drove me crazy, I've got the Nimrod now and it's built a little different so it won't stretch, great product, plus you can purchase a cover for your eye piece that connects to the strap and keeps your binos clear from debris or rain. If you're hiking a lot this is the only way to go. I've never had problems carrying calls or anything. 

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #17 on: October 21, 2008, 02:59:30 PM »
I did get the cover for my Nimrods also, those are a must have. Most of my hunting is done behind locked gates so I always have my Badlands 2200 on and nothing interfears with the nimrod or the crooked horn systems.

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #18 on: October 21, 2008, 03:07:45 PM »
Crooked Horns harness from Sportsmans gets another  :tup:

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #19 on: October 21, 2008, 03:21:26 PM »
Checked mine at lunch, and it is the crooked horn. No complaints from me and I've had it probably 3-4 years.

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #20 on: October 21, 2008, 05:01:08 PM »
I use the Crooked Horn system. They work fine for me. I've used them for 3 or 4 years. I have 10x50 Pentax bino's and they stay put just fine for me. Don't go big game hunting with out eather one!
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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #21 on: October 22, 2008, 06:23:26 AM »
I use the harness from Mad Dog Gear.







I like the cover feature and the way it keeps it from swinging away from your body. I believe mine cost about $30 dollars.

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #22 on: October 22, 2008, 08:03:05 AM »
I have had the Crooked Horn for years, they worked out ok. I found that they stretch out and there is alot of bounce in my bino when I walked. I recently switched to the Nimrod. The design is much better. The top strap is not elastic and that eliminates all the bounce with a heavier bino. I love it.

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #23 on: October 26, 2008, 04:21:46 PM »
I will check out Nimrod next weekend.

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #24 on: October 26, 2008, 04:46:17 PM »
i use the crooked horn harness system, but after seeing the nimrod system that my buddy had I am going to switch to a nimrod system.

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #25 on: October 26, 2008, 09:57:22 PM »
Just bought the Nimrod this weekend at Sportsman's......like it!
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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #26 on: October 27, 2008, 05:52:32 PM »
How about this new al bino vest? :dunno:

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #27 on: October 28, 2008, 09:28:11 PM »
It's light years ahead of the competition!!!  ;)

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #28 on: November 20, 2008, 08:30:55 PM »
Nimrod since early 90's on two different sets of glass.  Logged hundreds of punishing mountain hunting miles with them.  No problems.  No sign of elastic failure such as memory loss.  No brainer to adjust the chest height/free play.  My glass is under 25 oz and I'm never conscious of them.  Nimrods site: www.nimrodpacks.com  1-800-646-7632  Cashmere, Washington

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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #29 on: November 20, 2008, 09:18:10 PM »
One more for the Nimrod system. Gave away the crooked horn's after trying Nimrod.
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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #30 on: December 02, 2008, 01:17:24 PM »
+1 crooked horn harness system. Six years and so far so good.
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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #31 on: December 02, 2008, 01:32:10 PM »
With the Nimrod I actually forgot I had 10 x 50's on! Amazing 25 dollar product. Best there is for bino's.
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Re: binocular harness
« Reply #32 on: December 02, 2008, 11:27:59 PM »
I use the Nimrod, and it is by far the best I've found. The upper staps are solid, not elastic, so your binos don't bounce, like other brands.
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