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  1. Peter Leitzman

    Leica 8x50 Ultravid HD Plus

    I never looked through the Ultravid 8x50 HD but have an approximate idea having owned 8x42 upgraded to HD. My opinion is that yes there is a difference but that difference is an evolutionary one and not a revolutionary one. There's improvements in the light transmission and in the control of...
  2. Peter Leitzman

    Should I sell my Leica Trinovid 10x42 BA and UV 8x42 BR binos to get the SW SLC 8x42 HD?

    Back in 1988 when I first bought a pair of Leitz 10x40 BA/N binoculars, I had the pick of them vs Zeiss and CZ Jena. All three were excellent (despite the CZ Jena being significantly cheaper they weren’t that far behind) and eventually went for the Leitz because of the amazing colour fidelity...
  3. Peter Leitzman

    News from Leica?

    I've heard nothing so far and I'm one of those who are interested in the latest binoculars. Leica tend not to change their binoculars too often. The most dramatic shift was when they changed from the Trinovid BA to the BN series. Then they introduced another change but this time they also...
  4. Peter Leitzman

    Leica UK - is the warranty transferable?

    Unfortunately in my experience the Leica UK warranty was three years including one year passport and was not transferable. A few years ago we had a thirty year warranty but that seems to have fallen by tne wayside now
  5. Peter Leitzman

    Leica 8x50 Ultravid HD Plus

    Glad my post was helpful Quincy88. I'm still a huge fan of the 50s although having used them more , the real benefit is in their intended purpose ie twilight. Somebody commented about having the older Trinovid model (which I used to own a few years back) and it's reason to be was 'use on a...
  6. Peter Leitzman

    Leica 10x42 ultravid

    When my previously owned 8x42s went back to Leica in Portugal I had the both the objective and the eyepiece glasses replaced. Now I didn't request them to be upgraded nor was there any mention on the report of the replacement glass being upgraded. However what I did notice was a drop in...
  7. Peter Leitzman

    Zeiss 10x56 Night Owl

    Hmmm...I remember looking through some 7x45 Night Owls many years ago and liked them. But they were big and heavy and weren't as good IMHO as the Leica Trinovid 8x50s I was purchasing on the day. I didn't have the chance to check out for issues like CA as it was an overcast day with flat...
  8. Peter Leitzman

    Leica Customer Service

    Thank you for your empathy, its really appreciated, Nice to know you're also keen for all paying Leica customers to be treated equally. Will definitely approach you for support should I need it in future, Any charge?
  9. Peter Leitzman

    Leica Customer Service

    Nice to hear that. Shame they told me to get lost when I had a problem with my 8x42 Ultravids.
  10. Peter Leitzman

    UV 10x32 HD vs HD PLUS

    i haven't directly compared the HD and HD+ versions of the 10x32 Ultravids I do however have an idea of the differences between non HD, HD and HD+ versions of the Ultravid. The biggest difference between the non HD and HD Ultravid is the addition of ED glass in the construction.. This...
  11. Peter Leitzman

    New 7x42 UVHD+ lens issue

    As others have hinted this is unacceptable for a premium product like Leica. Return to the vendor or alternately send them to Leica with your receipt. Don't worry about Germany vs Portugal . the Portuguese factory is also the Leica service centre and I can personally recommend them having...
  12. Peter Leitzman

    Where to sell your Leica NOCTIVID ... ?

    If you sell your Noctivids you'll only regret it once. And that'll be for the rest of your life. Seriously don't do it.
  13. Peter Leitzman

    Should I sell the Noctivid 8x42, replace with the new Swarovski 8x42 NL Pure?

    Personally there no way I'd be getting rid of Noctivids and swapping to NLs. I've always found Leica have the very best colour reproduction and the most natural image of the lot. However only YOU can make that decision and you need to field test the Swarowskis side by side with your Leicas.I'm...
  14. Peter Leitzman

    Leica 8x50 Ultravid HD Plus

    Hi Paul, I'll try and give you some direction based on my experiences. It won't be a direct comparison as I've yet to look through some Noctivids. But comparison between the 8x42 Ultravids ( with upgraded Aquadura coated objectives and eyepieces) and 8x50 Ultravid HD Plus. 1 The 50s have the...
  15. Peter Leitzman

    Noctivid 10x42 Olive Green Edition

    I'm not an absolute authority on Leitz/Leica binoculars. But I've owned several pairs, all made in Portugal and there is nothing at all to be concerned about as opposed to them being made in Germany. Some of this started many years ago when Leitz started manufacturing some of their 'R'...
  16. Peter Leitzman

    Leica APO Televid 77

    REPOSTED FROM BINOCULAR SECTION ! I have the opportunity to purchase a Leica APO-Televid 77 at a reasonable price c/w a 32x eyepiece. Some quick questions: 1 How does it compare with the latest APO- Televid 82? 2 Is it still possible to have Leica service it, if needed? 3 How does it...
  17. Peter Leitzman

    Leica Apo Televid 77

    I have the opportunity to purchase a Leica APO-Televid 77 at a reasonable price c/w a 32x eyepiece. Some quick questions: 1 How does it compare with the latest APO- Televid 82? 2 Is it still possible to have Leica service it, if needed? 3 How does it perform in terms of Chromatic Abberation...
  18. Peter Leitzman

    repair cost

    I have some experience with Leica CS. Whilst the standard of repair is exceptional, their CS standards, warranty etc do seem to vary from country to country. In my case I paid just under €350 for a full repair, replacement of front and rear glass, rearmouring and return postage of my Ultravid...
  19. Peter Leitzman

    Leica 8x50 Ultravid HD Plus

    I've just acquired a pair of Leica Ultravid 8x50 HD Plus binoculars. There seems to be both virtually non existent stock in the UK and reviews of any sort. So I thought I'd add my first impressions. The 8x50s are not the smallest or lightest around but they're all about maximising image...
  20. Peter Leitzman

    Leica warranty period?

    Matt, just so that you're 100% aware. For the UK. Three year Passport ie repair for accidental damage . Ten year parts and labour warranty. FOR THE ORIGINAL OWNER ONLY If your Leica bins are bought second hand you WILL be charged in the event of a service being required. All of this...
  21. Peter Leitzman

    Leica warranty period?

    Unfortunately that's right. Three years 'Passport' Ten years parts and labour Original owner only. I know because I got caught out. The one thing is that Leica do give a total service from door to door. I had a pair of 8x42 Ultravids which were obtained via eBay and were restored to...
  22. Peter Leitzman

    Do folks think the Ultravid HD+ 8x32 is on par with the Zeiss SF or Swaro EL 8x32s?

    ALL Binoculars are a compromise. Factors include eye relief, colour reproduction, close focusing, distortion, resistance to Chromatic aberration just to name a few. The very latest Swarovski models from what I've been told eliminate almost all the issues found to a greater or lesser extent...
  23. Peter Leitzman

    Leica warranty period?

    After some deliberation, that was the way I came round to seeing the situation. I have also seemed to have gained a nice jump in optical performance. As we know, the Ultravids weren't exactly rubbish to start off with, But as with my three previous models, there's always been some mild to...
  24. Peter Leitzman

    Leica service on Ultravids. Upgraded optics?

    Recently I had occasion to send my Leica Ultravid 8x42 back to Portugal for repair and service. I had a fair old bill of €349.25 plus a further c €18 for the initial despatch. But they seem to have been returned with upgraded optics. I did specify I would like the objectives and eyepiece...
  25. Peter Leitzman

    Leica warranty period?

    OK, seems like my post has started something. So I'll answer. 1 As it happens I'm well aware I could have sent them back to the seller and invoked the eBay buyer protection guarantee. (Being hospitalised with a violent reaction to medication and 3 weeks recuperation doesn't help in that...
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