February 23rd, 2023
5:01 runtime
Hunting is, at its core, a game of patience and resolve.
A hunter will likely spend a significant amount of time observing their prey before a shot is ever taken.
It takes skill and observation to outsmart wild animals, and a good pair of binoculars is a necessity.
Primary Arms offers many great options when it comes to affordable optics that deliver solid performance. This review takes a look at two of its binoculars.
Recently, Primary Arms debuted two sets of binoculars at the 2023 SHOT Show in Las Vegas.
Whats New?
The two new 10x42mm binoculars from Primary Arms are the GLx and SLx.
The author tested both the GLx and SLx binoculars in the field. Both offer great features and performance in their price categories.
The GLx 1042 binocular retails for $259.99, and the SLx comes in at $129.99.
For the average midwestern or whitetail hunter, spending that much on glass is a waste of money.
We feel great glass can still be achieved at lower prices if done right.
Each of the Primary Arms models is distinctly different from the other in terms of features and appearance.
Whats Included?
When unboxing the GLx and SLx, you will find a thin, soft case.
The Primary Arms binoculars will also include a padded lanyard and lens cleaning cloth.
Hunters sometimes overlook binoculars, but they can be a critical addition to anyone’s field kit.
How Do They Differ?
So how are the GLx and the SLx different to warrant the price difference?
Even at 700 yards, the GLx produces a very bright and crisp image.
Binoculars are an investment. To protect his, the author uses the Pnuma Outdoors Bino+ Tech Harness.
However, the SLx is roughly half the price of the GLx and both are quite reasonably priced.
This SLx has a less-aggressive texture that still works well.
However, we preferred the GLxs texturing as it is great for gloved hands or cold, numb fingers.
The Primary Arms binoculars performed well in this review. For a less expensive alternative to other brands, they offer a lot of performance for the money.
With that being said, Im frankly not that concerned with longevity.
Due to the Primary Arms lifetime warranty.
While we do think the SLx binoculars feel cheaper than the GLx model, that is all relative.
Yes, the GLx ones are better, but the SLx ones are quite a deal at their price.
Edge distortion becomes noticeable during dawn or dusk times.
Both binoculars have good light transmission, but I cant say either gathers light well.
The GLx rivals anything the other manufacturers make in their price range.
But if you dont have the extra money, the SLx will be a great option, too.
