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  1. tenex

    New Product Introduction Today From Swarovski ?

    No but I've heard that it contains proprietary micro-crystals that not only sparkle attractively but also provide optimal abrasion. 10x is usually most popular overall (if not among birders) and also my own preference but I have to say the 12x is an exciting possibility also, with the FOV of...
  2. tenex

    New Product Introduction Today From Swarovski ?

    Yes, nice to see the open bridge gone. (While ironically the top range SF and NV are stuck with it!) When I eventually see an NL, it will present an interesting test. For the past three decades I've happily used a 30/32mm and 56/60mm. I never really got on with 40/42mm binos, and a recent...
  3. tenex

    New Product Introduction Today From Swarovski ?

    Just to answer this question specifically, yes it would be. The Absam ring is produced by a field flattener lens (Swarovision) sharpening the edge of the field, which most binos don't do. That would surely be an extra challenge with this larger FOV, but perhaps Swaro have also found a better...
  4. tenex

    New Product Introduction Today From Swarovski ?

    I would be surprised if SLC 42 is being discontinued. Can anyone confirm? We don't know that yet, do we. This may decide whether Swaro sees the NL as (primarily) a birding binocular... I'm guessing not, more like SLC instead. I'm glad to see the NL. I've been saying for some time that I...
  5. tenex

    New Product Introduction Today From Swarovski ?

    Yes, somehow that could suggest front-heaviness... or perhaps it's mainly intended to support the higher magnification of the 12x, handheld? Curious also that the photo shows a return to a flat braided strap, but still the (safe to say, not universally popular?) FP pivot attachment. Indeed...
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