Maybe I will take a look at this bag. But I hate to spend a lot of extra money while Swarovski doesn't deliver useful stuff with there expensive binos.
And maybe I get used to the strap, but bandolier style doesn't suite me.
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My new NL Pure 8x32 (1 Viewer)
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And maybe I get used to the strap, but bandolier style doesn't suite me.
There was a great deal in The Netherlands: 40 euro + shipping. Not anymore unfortunately.
You are right about this. It's a shame they downgraded the bag... and that you have to spend even more to get really sattisfied.
When I do not carry the binoculars bandolier style I do not mind when the strap is quite long. Bandolier style is nice while cycling.
You are right about this. It's a shame they downgraded the bag... and that you have to spend even more to get really sattisfied.
When I do not carry the binoculars bandolier style I do not mind when the strap is quite long. Bandolier style is nice while cycling.
Yikes! Can you buy online direct from Rick Young?
Gijs van Ginkel
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KeesJ,
Go to House of Outdoor in Maarssen, they may have something in stock, used or new.
Gijs van Ginkel
Go to House of Outdoor in Maarssen, they may have something in stock, used or new.
Gijs van Ginkel
From the photos it looks like a very nice shop! If it was near me they'd have to kick me out for excessive loitering.
I recently looked into ordering directly and found shipping to be excessive. Instead, I made my own knock-off following this guide: DIY – Binocular Harness – By Kurt Holmes
It came out quite well (for cheap!) and I agree with other posters that it is very comfortable and versatile!
Ah yes. I recently tried to buy one of the Berlebach wooden bino/tripod supports. Shipping was more than the item..
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Maybe when I am in the neighbourhood sometime.
Thanks for the tip
That is a nice solution! Although I will have to overcome my fear that one of the chain elements (swivel, ring, tiewraps) gives away.
I believe they don't ship to Europe.
Looks like they ship everywhere. Put one in your cart at RYO and add your address. I threw in Bonn Germany as a location and shipping was about $20USD.
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You are right, to Holland shipping almost 22 USD.
Send an email to
www.vikingopticalcentres.co.uk
attention Paul. He is the owner and was the first to import the harness to the UK.
He may be able to ship one to you and it would certainly be cheaper than importing from the USA.
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attention Paul. He is the owner and was the first to import the harness to the UK.
He may be able to ship one to you and it would certainly be cheaper than importing from the USA.
Thank you, I shall give it a try!Send an email to
Binoculars, Scopes & Accessories Shop | Viking Optical Centres
Buy Binoculars, Telescopes & Accessories from Viking, RSPB, Swarovski, Leica and more top brands. We also stock Tripods and Magnifiers.
attention Paul. He is the owner and was the first to import the harness to the UK.
He may be able to ship one to you and it would certainly be cheaper than importing from the USA.
I have been birding quite intensively with the NL Pure 8x32 over the past week. My findings:
The rainguard was a bit stiff in the beginning, was actually too tight. But after a week regularly putting it on and taking it off, it's already a lot better.
I followed a courting black-tailed godwit against a bright blue sky. Then I saw a wide grayish ring around the blue center. In other situations I have not seen this ring, but I have not looked for it either.
Thanks to the FOV, it really is easier to find and track birds. But at a marshy area where a lot of birds could be seen from left to right I tend not to move the binoculars anymore, but to let my eyes wander through the field of view. And then kidney beans appear. It's not a disaster, it's preventable.
At another moment the glasses started to fog up a bit. I realized that I opened my mouth a little while watching. When I closed my mouth it fogs up less quickly. But I do think so in colder weather this phenomenon will strike quickly, as others have also reported. A pity.
As for the neckstrap, I've been on the verge of purchasing the Rick Young Harness. But I think anyway that it wouldn't make me happy, I don't need anything but a neckstrap. That's why I bought one simple traditional lightweight neckstrap.
The fieldbag I don't use. In the attic I found a bag that was once intended for a film camera or camera. Is perfect for me, especially because there is a flap at the top, ideal for me.
It is a wonderful pair of binoculars, I am very happy with it.
The rainguard was a bit stiff in the beginning, was actually too tight. But after a week regularly putting it on and taking it off, it's already a lot better.
I followed a courting black-tailed godwit against a bright blue sky. Then I saw a wide grayish ring around the blue center. In other situations I have not seen this ring, but I have not looked for it either.
Thanks to the FOV, it really is easier to find and track birds. But at a marshy area where a lot of birds could be seen from left to right I tend not to move the binoculars anymore, but to let my eyes wander through the field of view. And then kidney beans appear. It's not a disaster, it's preventable.
At another moment the glasses started to fog up a bit. I realized that I opened my mouth a little while watching. When I closed my mouth it fogs up less quickly. But I do think so in colder weather this phenomenon will strike quickly, as others have also reported. A pity.
As for the neckstrap, I've been on the verge of purchasing the Rick Young Harness. But I think anyway that it wouldn't make me happy, I don't need anything but a neckstrap. That's why I bought one simple traditional lightweight neckstrap.
The fieldbag I don't use. In the attic I found a bag that was once intended for a film camera or camera. Is perfect for me, especially because there is a flap at the top, ideal for me.
It is a wonderful pair of binoculars, I am very happy with it.
Was there anything in particular you liked?
Yes, the clear crisp image, the FOV, the handling, focuser.
There you go. Me to.
safaridreaming
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if you dont like the excess loose ends, you can try the neck strap from the CL range. the loose end of this is sewn into a small tri-glide piece. I hv this neck strap on all my EL’s and i feel its a step up from EL / NL neck straps.
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Thanks, but I use another strap already.
