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  1. elkcub

    Swarovski 8x42 HLC HD

    Brock, I'm trying to figure out what kind of hominoid you must be with knuckles getting in the way of side vision. I have no problem using my HR/5 Audubons the same way with glasses. The contact ring is a little wider, and the ER is a bit short, but it works fine with tight fitting glasses...
  2. elkcub

    Swarovski 8x42 HLC HD

    Kimmo, Ron, jgraider, et al, I certainly agree with jgraider that they are a "phenomenal glass." In fact, in my book they surpass any glass I've owned or examined to date. Others may prefer some other optic, so this is just my personal reaction. These musings are a continuation of several...
  3. elkcub

    Swarovski 8x42 HLC HD

    Thanks for the support, Ron. ;) I was able to compare the 10x SLC and SV models before deciding (the local gun dealer doesn't stock anything but 10x for hunters). Again, the SV didn't work for me. Ed PS. You might like the SLC model, but I'm not trying to be a salesman.
  4. elkcub

    Swarovski 8x42 HLC HD

    Ron, I haven't been so darned impressed with a binocular for some time. Henry did a nice comparative review with the SV some time ago, which laid a firm foundation. Other influences were Renze's field analysis, and last but not least, the great price. Since I've taken to using spectacles...
  5. elkcub

    Swarovski 8x42 HLC HD

    Swarovski 8x42 SLC HD Just wanted to mention that Camera Land is selling "salesman's samples" of the 8x42 SLC HD on eBay for as little as $1599 (if no one else bids). I was lucky to buy one at this fantastic price just before Xmas. Frankly, I can't find anything negative about it ... and...
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