Lightweight Spotting Scopes?

[ORCA_SIX]

Anybody have recommendations for lightweight spotting scopes? I was looking at the Nikon ED50, 16 ounces, 13-30x50 magnification. It would preferably need to be in the 12-20 ounce range with a magnification variable somewhere between 12x40 power. Thoughts, suggestions, personal experience?

[Alan K]

Check this one out:

http://www.leupold.com/observation/products/spotting-scopes/golden-ring-spotting-scopes/golden-ring-15-30x50mm-compact/

[jackelope]

I just picked up this one...it's flat awesome for the $$
http://www.opticsplanet.com/reviews/reviews-minox-spotting-scope-md-50.html
22 ounces and about the size of a pop bottle.
The guys on 24hourcampfire say it is equal or better than the little Nikon and a hell of a lot cheaper. You can buy a demo model on cameralandny.com for <$200.00

[Alan K]

I'm assuming you want this for backpacking since you're so concerned about weight, that's why I mentioned the one before. 

If you can settle for a bit heavier scope though, and are willing to spend a bit more. . .

http://www.opticsplanet.net/leupold-12-40x60mm-golden-ring-hd-spotting-scope.html

[bullchaser]

I have Nikon ed 50 it is a great scope you cant beat it for the money. i weighs around one pound.

[ORCA_SIX]

Thanks guys, all good info. That little Minox looks like a good deal also. Just need to get to the store and see what I like best now.

[columbiaman]

check out this one

http://www.zen-ray.com/shop/spottingscopes/ridgefield-angled.html

[jackelope]

check out this one

http://www.zen-ray.com/shop/spottingscopes/ridgefield-angled.html

thats a great scope but not what I would call lightweight or compact.
It's 51oz and 14" long.
These are some pics of the Minox I got that Miles posted in another thread here:
http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,72861.msg895407.html#msg895407
It weighs 22oz.

[ORCA_SIX]

Definitely good on size and not taking up a lot of room.

[MtnMuley]

Leupold Gold Ring 12-40x60mm.  HD or Non, it's the best overall scope made in my opinion.