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    7x42 UVHD+ Close Focus

    I understand that the various iterations of the 7x42 Leicas have seen better close focus performance. Moreover, Roger Vine's review of the UVHD measures the close focus at 2.7m rather than the 3.3m claimed by Leica. Perhaps the latest UVHD+ is even better. I'm deciding between the 7x42 UVHD+...
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    Should I sell the Noctivid 8x42, replace with the new Swarovski 8x42 NL Pure?

    This is interesting, and I wonder if I'm seeing the same effect. Perhaps it's RB coupled with a the large FOV? Who knows? I do know that these really don't work for me. I wouldn't call them a gimmick per se, but I do understand why someone would feel that way. For me, it feels like an optical...
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    Should I sell the Noctivid 8x42, replace with the new Swarovski 8x42 NL Pure?

    Thanks very much! I figured it was the effect. I do wish it didn't bother me so much as the NLs are so perfect in every other aspect. I tried out the NVs and didn't notice it, but that was only for a short demo. Has anyone else noticed any rolling ball on the Noctivids? Back to the OP: I'd...
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    Should I sell the Noctivid 8x42, replace with the new Swarovski 8x42 NL Pure?

    Bringing this thread back to life because I'm considering the opposite: should I sell my 8x42 NL Pure and get the NV? After trying a few samples, I ended up with an excellent copy of the NL Pure and find it lives up to the praise it gets here and elsewhere. I do have one issue: I find that it...
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    Interior blemish inside 7x42 SLC

    A quick update. Swarovski have sent back what appears to be a new set of 7x42s with a new serial number. Overall they are optically, mechanically, and cosmetically perfect. I am currently comparing these against the 8x56 SLC and 8x42 NL and find that the hold their own very, very well. I am very...
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    Interior blemish inside 7x42 SLC

    It looks like Swaro will honor the lifetime warranty for these. I'll post an update once I get them back.
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    Interior blemish inside 7x42 SLC

    Thanks, I'll get in touch with Swaro and see if they're still under warranty. Incidentally, how big of a deal is mold build up inside? I mean, is the problem typically serviceable?
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    Interior blemish inside 7x42 SLC

    I just picked up a used copy of the 7x42 SLC on ebay. The exterior and strap appear as new and my first inspection of the optics impressed me greatly. After two days with them, however, I noticed some spots/blemishing when looking through the left side's objective. To my mind, it seems like a...
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    Focuser smoothness on NL Pure?

    Update: my replacement 8x42 NLs arrived and are as perfect as anyone could want.
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    Focuser smoothness on NL Pure?

    I had a pair of 8x42 NLs whose focuser had a noticeable and annoying rough spot. Over the course of a week the issue became worse and worse until it became effectively stuck. I had to use two fingers to get it unstuck from its position. I sent them back and a replacement is currently en route. I...
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    8x56 SLC

    I'm very close to picking up the 8x56 SLCs. My reference bin is the 7x42 FL my wife uses. I love its ease of view, big, bright image, wide FOV. Am I right in thinking that the 8x56s will be similar (or better) in that regard? Of course, it would make sense to pick up a used 7x42. But I rarely...
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    Binomania video review of Zeiss Victory Pocket 8x25

    Nicely done, thanks!
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    How to get into reptiles and amphibians?

    For those in the US, I've found this CA website to be really nice. http://www.californiaherps.com In addition to species profiles, it includes information on habitat, which I find really helpful.
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    Optics and Herping

    I wonder how folks make use of binoculars for herping. My interest is anurans, but I imagine a lot of the same advice applies to the entire field. My hunch is that a larger exit pupil will help. But even a x56 might need some help past dusk, no? I wonder how useful a headlamp might be with...
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    Review of 8x25 Victory Pocket

    I picked up two of these, one for me and my wife. While my wife will be sticking with her FL 7x42s, I find this a very convincing instrument. Save for its inherent limitations in lowlight, I agree that it stands up to a lot of alphas out there.
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