What I was told is that Meopta has a new director of sales, and he would like to see Meoptas market share increase, hence the price decreases. I think it's a smart move.
David thanks, I was looking at the 15X56 and the 12X50 B1s, are some of these sold without HD and is there a profound difference, additionally I am looking at one of these for astro on a tripod, however I would also use them for terrestrial on a tripod for general viewing here on the US east coast. I have read your review on the 12X50 (very well done), and leaning that way, but the extra 3X is luring.
Andy W.
David,
Thanks for responding, esp. regarding the tripod issue. I have a UV 10X50 which I would also like to mount for long term astro, so now I have to research tripods for flexibility with various different glass.
Andy W.
Andy:
I have some experience with binocular mounts, and the cradle mounts
are the best and much more solid compared to a single point mount.
Here are 2 that I really like, the Berlebach, and the Bogpod.
The Berlebach will handle anything both porro and roof prism types.
In the US, the Berlebach can be found most easily, at Mr. Starguy.
Jerry
I agree with what you wrote Jerry.
Inspired by the Berlebach mount, I recently made my own.
I added a relief for the nose to make it more universal and friendly.
I also went with shock cord instead of the single strap that these types of mount usually have. I did this for several reasons.
1. It's safer. The single strap, if it comes undone (admittedly not likely), your binoculars will go for a tumble.
2. My method puts no down pressure on the hinge therefore not affecting the IPD setting no matter how snug you want to go.
Arca Swiss compatible plate attached
Andy:
I have some experience with binocular mounts, and the cradle mounts
are the best and much more solid compared to a single point mount.
Here are 2 that I really like, the Berlebach, and the Bogpod.
The Berlebach will handle anything both porro and roof prism types.
In the US, the Berlebach can be found most easily, at Mr. Starguy.
Jerry
What I was told is that Meopta has a new director of sales, and he would like to see Meoptas market share increase, hence the price decreases. I think it's a smart move.