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  1. james holdsworth

    When a new Leica binocular?

    At about 1100 euro, and no ED glass, I take it this is a step-down from the current HD's? Maybe a mid price unit like the Conquest?
  2. james holdsworth

    When a new Leica binocular?

    Here is one for starters........Opticron Countryman 10x42 MC T, $250 -- trans [by Allbinos] of 90%, better than SV or EDG!! There are many other examples out there....... EDIT - a 30 + year old CZJ Jenoptem hits 90% as well. What's that, about a 100 dollar bin?
  3. james holdsworth

    When a new Leica binocular?

    I know that the FL shows no rolling ball but it has plenty of pincushion, hardly class-leading........that was my point.
  4. james holdsworth

    When a new Leica binocular?

    You are limiting your search by sticking to such a low number of brands. There are many others that have characteristics worthy of mention, maybe even better than those listed. For example, there are numerous inexpensive porro's that have higher transmission levels than the Swarovision, and to...
  5. james holdsworth

    When a new Leica binocular?

    The number of people who are serious birders is grossly overestimated in all of these surveys. Look at the ABA, membership has been declining for years and the organization was near the brink just last year! Local naturalist clubs are also a dying breed, with membership aging and no new...
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