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Silverline 10x42: Worth getting, or waste of money?
Ha — I did think about that but I kinda love the silver look in real life. Though one thing I'll probably try out at some point is slipping some neatly-cut sections of bicycle inner tube over the exposed metal areas for a stealthier look plus scuff protection and extra grip. Could be handy for... -
Silverline 10x42: Worth getting, or waste of money?
Ha, they showed up quicker than expected. You guys were completely right about these things; they’re awesome! They’re just as nice-feeling as I’d hoped, and I can see what @chill6x6 meant about pride of workmanship. I do note that these have the same rotating adjustment on the eyecups as... -
Silverline 10x42: Worth getting, or waste of money?
@Trinovid Thanks; I hope so, too! I've always preferred the classic metal-bodied look over plastic and rubber for my camera gear, and I have no doubt that it'll be the same with these. That said, I think the regular Ultravids are beautiful, and that their vanilla-scented rubber is incredibly... -
Silverline 10x42: Worth getting, or waste of money?
Decision made: incoming! The advice from @MiddleRiver and @chill6x6 was very helpful; thanks again. Leica's Ultravid series is my favourite among all binoculars. I just love the quality, the feel, the colours, the contrast, and the natural panning more than any other — plus their industrial... -
Silverline 10x42: Worth getting, or waste of money?
Great info, thanks! Exactly the position I’m currently in; tempted by pricing but not completely sold on the silver look. It’s very encouraging to hear that yours have been issue-free. I’m hoping they used the later focus mechanism from the HD and HD Plus models, but it’s very difficult to... -
Silverline 10x42: Worth getting, or waste of money?
Thanks for the reply! Ha, I'm half-hoping someone will talk me out of these things, but I do really like the idea of a pair of high-quality 42s that are even smaller than the regular UVs. I have other options for really cold conditions, so the finger-freezing effect isn't a big deal. -
Silverline 10x42: Worth getting, or waste of money?
A near-mint pair of Ultravid Silverline binoculars in 10x42 came up for sale locally at what seems to be a reasonable price. I don't know the manufacturing date, but the receipt shows an original purchase date of 2016, and they're made in Portugal. I have a 2013-produced pair of the regular...