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    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 but the weight and size difference will be substantial. Lots of good options as well.
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    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 personally looking for that’s all that matters.
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    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 retail. They came as advertised. Happy ending. It was because of those I tried others. The Veranos were the best of the bunch but eyecups were loose and the...
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    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 too loose, eyecups that won’t stay in place, diopters that need constant adjustment are not acceptable to me. Plus the optics were t anything special on any. The...
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    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 them as a demo. I definately fall into the fool me once shame on you, fooled me five times shame on me. I will say this though. I bought a pair of Travellers...
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    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 the pub before going to work. 😜
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    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 reasonable prices and the big companies don’t. I did have my B3 focus wheel loosened up a bit but that was personal preference. I think most people would like the...
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    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. Interesting that there are greaseless wheel. I would think the surfaces would have to be incredibly smooth
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    Sticky Focus Wheels

    Any idea which ones?
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    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 handled is lacking in that regard.
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    Sticky Focus Wheels

    I believe focus wheels are still universally being lubricated with traditional petroleum base grease. If synthetic grease was used I think the wheels would be much smoother plus they wouldn’t stiffen up nearly as much in the cold. Thoughts?
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    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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    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 nicely textured alloy knob that’s not slippery in the wet like the HGs …
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    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 plastic. I can understand why brands whose sub-alphas in this price category wouldn’t do this. So not to compete with their alpha offerings. However since this is...
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    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 regret. Apologies. Good reminder I need to lighten up.
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    Nikon HG 8x30 dissection

    Paultricounty I very much value your opinions on binos and think you are one of the most knowledgeable on various models on the forum. Inevitability we will disagree on some things but the vast majority of the time I agree with your opinions.
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    Nikon HG 8x30 dissection

    Well if you read my whole post it clearly said the B1.2s and HGs were very comparable and the reason I didn’t keep the 1.2s were the eyecups were too short. I don’t like having to fiddle with a binos placement to avoid blackouts. I love my HGs so there’s NO issue nor did I imply there was.
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    Nikon HG 8x30 dissection

    Yes I know all about Msvens. I stopped in Lander this summer where they have every optic they make on display. Was impressed with all that I tried. Also believe they are a bargain because they sell direct to the consumer. I think the B series would all cost more with other companies. I’ve owned...
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    Nikon HG 8x30 dissection

    I guess you didn’t see that I said the HGs were better but the B3s are Way better that the M7s. Worst 8x30 I’ve ever owned. Suffered from glare everywhere. Horrible. Vipers are nowhere near either imho. A $300 binocular with a $500 price tags because of the Vortex warranty. Horrible build...
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    Nikon HG 8x30 dissection

    They’re not horrible but might be worth it. For the record my Mavens were slightly stiff I passed through Lander WY last summer and dropped them off there. They were back in a week and very smooth
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    Nikon HG 8x30 dissection

    The thread that won’t die. I just sold pair because the eyecups were too short. They don’t screw out so I couldn’t lengthen them. The focus wheel is a weak point in my option. I love my 10x42s but both have a sticky stiff wheel. My Maven B3s have screw out eyecups, a smooth focus wheel and...
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    New Binocular Bargains Thread

    Wish I had caught that deal. Would like to get a pair of 8x42s to compliment my 10x42s. Guessing they’ll do it again sometime though.
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    Nikon Monarch HG 10x42

    BTW have yet to own a MIC bino that hasn’t had a build quality issue. Maybe they just need better QC. But I just say no for now.
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    Nikon Monarch HG 10x42

    I’ve owned the EDG. Not bright enough for my purposes. Pretty heavy as well. An upgraded HG would be my preference.
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    Do Genesis 33mm eyecups screw off?

    I know the 44mm models have screw off eyecups but haven’t been able to find out if the 33mm models do. Have looked at Kowas user manuals for both sizes. The 44 manual says they do for cleaning but the 33 manual makes no mention. Guessing they don’t but maybe they forgot to put it in the manual?
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