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  1. Patriot222

    Ultravid 8x20 BR - help me find a low profile pouch!

    Just curious if any of you that are carrying these small pocket bins in sunglass microfibers, socks and "back pockets" every run into collimation issues. I ask because they seem to be impossibly easy to knock out of alignment. I'm one of those people who's fairly careful with my optics, yet...
  2. Patriot222

    Leica Trinovid 10x32 BN Focuser Question

    Definitely. At the minimum, the objective and occular coatings are slightly different colors between the BA's and BN's.
  3. Patriot222

    Nikon 10x25 Image Stabilized Binocular Review

    With regards to the battery type used, I think it's very appropriate to the design of the binocular. CR123 requires a significantly larger housing that the CR2 and AA (format) is really out of the question due to length. Compromises have to be made when attaining IS is this size. If a person...
  4. Patriot222

    Higher Companion Magnification To The 8X42 NL Pure - 12X42 NL Pure?

    I saw your update and that you were going with the 12x42's and I trust that you've made the best decision. The difference in magnification is so subjectively perceived and it really depends on what you're viewing and what level of detail your trying to achieve. Switching back and forth between...
  5. Patriot222

    Review: Steiner 8x22 Blue Horizon

    If there's a way of pointing me to that other context, I'd definitely be interested in looking into that. I've found no other opinions about these models outside of Amazon comments. It's funny but I kind of glossed over the AutoBright feature effects. I was so disappointed with the...
  6. Patriot222

    Review: Steiner 8x22 Blue Horizon

    Having been disappointed after a recent review of the Steiner 8X22 Safari Ultrasharp model, I wanted to give Steiner's newest model, the 8x22 Blue Horizon a fair chance. The current Amazon price is $194 for the 8x22 and $199 for the 10x26 model. The street price on the 8x22 Safari Ultrasharp...
  7. Patriot222

    How many Binoculars do you have?

    I'm "allowed" to have up to 25 and I currently have 22. I've just ditched a couple of Steiner 8x22's and have some some 8x25's inbound.
  8. Patriot222

    Any new LATEST & GREATEST on the way..?

    I own the 8x32SV FP and I would tend to agree with this. They ditched a timeless and accessory flexible metal lug for a proprietary design, that becomes useless if any of the four removable parts (two on each side) are lost or misplaced. If you want to use any aftermarket strap or harness, you...
  9. Patriot222

    And Now For Something Completely Different - Tasco J-B208

    They do have charm! Really nice work!
  10. Patriot222

    New Zeiss 8x32SF as your main binocular

    Definitely! The 8x32SV is my main/first to reach for binocular now, which isn't a Canon IS. Given the excellent reports of the 8x32SF, I would imagine it could replace the SV. I probably don't need to own two 8x32's this expensive but it would be nice to have them long enough to compare. I'm...
  11. Patriot222

    Review: Steiner 8x22 Safari "Ultrasharp"

    I think I figured out my feelings about the esthetics. Normally the pictures shown of this model are with the hinges open all of the way. When I set them to my IPD, the barrels are somewhat closed. I know that probably sounds a bit silly and shallow but to me, this binocular just looks a...
  12. Patriot222

    Review: Steiner 8x22 Safari "Ultrasharp"

    Yes, I had just replied to yarrellii, about the Peregrine XP and generally how pleased people are with them. I've never had the opportunity to try one. I just looked at pricing and it's about $1000. I'm with you though, if it was possible to get, SLC performance but at 2/3's the cost, I...
  13. Patriot222

    Review: Steiner 8x22 Safari "Ultrasharp"

    Yes, Steiner is very Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. I've heard and read nothing but good things about the NightHunters and Peregrine XP's... and I've not had the chance to look at either of them. I have no local retailers to try them and would have to buy it to try it, which isn't my preferred...
  14. Patriot222

    tranquil views

    It was a bit difficult to understand what you're asking but it sounds like you're just trying to get ideas to follow up your NV purchase. Considering the quality of that optic, I don't think a 10x50 anything, is going to blow your mind. I've always believed that a 12X binocular is a nice...
  15. Patriot222

    The Kowa Genesis 33 the best kept secret in premium midsize binoculars.

    Just a friendly observation but it seems like the prices are significantly more competitive than "twice or more the price." Doug as well, mentions that the Kowa is much less, which to his credit is fairly subjective. Below is the current pricing at Cameraland.. Genesis 8.5x44 $1350 SLC 8x42...
  16. Patriot222

    The Kowa Genesis 33 the best kept secret in premium midsize binoculars.

    I love this! Thanks Lee.
  17. Patriot222

    Review: Steiner 8x22 Safari "Ultrasharp"

    Further evidence that most binocular enthusiasts aren't automatically bias and quite willing to give things a try. Now if Steiner would just start trying, specifically in the area upping their value and performance across the whole product line, while simultaneously downing their shady marketing...
  18. Patriot222

    Review: Steiner 8x22 Safari "Ultrasharp"

    You know, it's interesting that you mentioned the looks. I find many of Steiner's armor wraps almost as ugly as the term "auto focus." I even thought the 8x22 US was kind of ugly when I ordered it. Then, when I got it in hand and started noticing the ergonomics and clean, smooth lines from...
  19. Patriot222

    Review: Steiner 8x22 Safari "Ultrasharp"

    I'm so familiar the disappointment that you shared. If you had gotten $250 worth, you'd have been happy and perhaps an advocate for brand! Instead, Steiner markets a product to us, that in many ways falls behind a Nikon Action EX. In the grand scheme of things, the current state of Steiner...
  20. Patriot222

    Swarovski slc 15x56 or el 12x50

    Congrats Marleymac! I think you made a great choice.
  21. Patriot222

    Looking for tiny mono/ binocular

    Every ounce adds cumulative labor. Humphrey's Peak it relatively easy for me and June will be my 11th trip up that one. I won't take binoculars up Whitney. It's just too brutal even with ultralight everything. Besides there wouldn't be time to enjoy them. I made the summit three years ago...
  22. Patriot222

    Review: Steiner 8x22 Safari "Ultrasharp"

    Apologies for the duplicate thread. Please delete the first thread as I'm not sure if I'm able too. This is the correct version. Thank in advance to the moderators for the help!
  23. Patriot222

    Review: Steiner 8x22 Safari "Ultrasharp"

    I just wanted to post something about a couple models of 8x22 Steiner that I recently tried. This first post will be about the 8x22 Safari "Ultrasharp" models, (quotations mine). I quick history, so that others will have an idea of my experiences with Steiner. When I was a teenager in the...
  24. Patriot222

    Looking for tiny mono/ binocular

    Yes, and what's interesting is that I don't consider myself as one who struggles to hold binoculars steady, off hand. I grew up shooting "high power rifle" competition and was one of the steadier competitors. These little Mikon's definitely require some deliberate technique. It seems that the...
  25. Patriot222

    Looking for tiny mono/ binocular

    It's always kind of fun to hear the experiences of other enthusiasts!
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