Older Swift Model 825 Audubon?

[Lee blackman]

Can anyone tell anything about these? Look to be copy of older lietz.. I can't find any info on the net on them...Thanks, Lee

[elkcub]

Can anyone tell anything about these? Look to be copy of older lietz.. I can't find any info on the net on them...Thanks, Lee

Hi Lee,

Go to this thread: http://www.birdforum.net/showthread.php?t=42944
Download the last section ending on page 23.
You will find some info. on this model with some speculation about it's similarity to the Leitz.

I've had one in hand and was not particularly impressed with it. Renze has the same impression. So, it is a nice historical piece and that's about it.

Blue skies,
Ed

[one eye joe]

I have a pair that I like a lot. While I am no expert, they have filled my needs for 20 years. Very well made. they are probably not as bright as todays models, but I have always found them to be very clear and easy to look thru.

[elkcub]

Oops, no offense. People differ, and if you like them then I accept making an overstatement.

Blue skies,
Ed