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Upland's latest activity
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UUpland replied to the thread Asking for help: Meopta Meostar B1 10 X 42 vs Opticron Aurora BGA VHD 10 x 42.If weight is a concern I would go with a 8x30-32 format instead of 8x42. The only thing you’ll give up is a little low light performance...
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UUpland replied to the thread SFL vs. Aurora....Thanks to everyone for sharing their experiences with different brands and models. At the end of the day as long as we get what we are...
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UUpland replied to the thread SFL vs. Aurora....Yup bought them from a member here who assured me they were functioning properly. He had won them and sold them to me for half price of...
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UUpland replied to the thread SFL vs. Aurora....No. Just the travelers (first pair) but the build quality was poor on each one. Build quality is very important to me. Hinges that are...
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UUpland replied to the thread SFL vs. Aurora....Travellers, Verano, DBH VHD, Natura, Explorer WA ED-R. Plus I used an Aurora at at a Bird Fair. Couldn’t believe the salesman brought...
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UUpland replied to the thread SFL vs. Aurora....Opticron tells me they do all their QC in the UK and every glass is inspected before going out. Makes me wonder if their QC staff hits...
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UUpland replied to the thread SFL vs. Aurora....Build quality is important to me. That’s why I like Mavens. Also makes me wonder why they can build such high quality glasses at...
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UUpland replied to the thread Sticky Focus Wheels.Not enough coffee yet. Thought you were referring to synthetic grease. My reading comprehension only kick in after the second cup lol...
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UUpland replied to the thread Sticky Focus Wheels.Any idea which ones?
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UUpland replied to the thread SFL vs. Aurora....Thanks for the review and others opinions. The thing that turns me off with Opticrons is the build quality. Every one I’ve owned or...
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UI believe focus wheels are still universally being lubricated with traditional petroleum base grease. If synthetic grease was used I...
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UUpland replied to the thread Nikon HG 8x30 dissection.Nikon at least used to know how to make a superbly smooth wheel. The EDGs I once owned had an exceptionally smooth one.
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UUpland replied to the thread Nikon HG 8x30 dissection.Glad to hear Nikon has made at least one smooth focus wheel on a HG. I’ve yet to find one that comes close. If one prefers rubber to a...
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UUpland replied to the thread Nikon HG 8x30 dissection.The HGs are a fine glass. I would happily pay an extra $200 for a smoother focus wheel, removable eyecups and more metal and less...
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UUpland replied to the thread Nikon HG 8x30 dissection.So I take it it’s the comprehension part that’s challenging😱🤣 Just f…ing kidding! I’m as guilty as anybody of posting things I later...