Just Retired, need new Binoculars (1 Viewer)

[dave6991]

Does any one have any opinions about Viking Badger 8 X 42 its light at 620, 5.2 exit, what reviews does it have.

Dave

 

[Torview]

John, what would be the condition of those ex-demo's at sherwoods?

Dave

I bought an Opticron from Sherwoods ex demo and it was like new.

The Trailfinder ii though is brand new.

 

[dave6991]

Refined list

Have refined my list to the following your thoughts please

Barr & Stroud Sierra 8 X 42 £79.00 365 astronomy

Nikon Action EX 7 X 35 CF £89.00 Microglobe

Opticron Trailfinder II 8 X 42 £80.00 end of line Sherwoods


Dave

 

[Torview]

Dave I`m a huge Porro fan but if the quoted 11m min focus distance is right for the Nikon it`d be pretty useless for Birding.

The B&S has a similar spec to the Opticron except its considerably lighter which would worry me concerning build quality, I mean its not going to be exotic materials is it ?

For me you won`t go far wrong with the Opticron, but I`d recommend trying them both first if you can.

 

[typo]

On the Nikon US website the Action EX 7x35 minimum distance is listed as 16.4th (5m). Not great I'd agree, but better than 11m.

My comments were in my PM.

David

 

[Torview]

On the Nikon US website the Action EX 7x35 minimum distance is listed as 16.4th (5m). Not great I'd agree, but better than 11m.

My comments were in my PM.

David

I was thinking it must be shorter than 11m !

 

[dave6991]

I was leaning towards the Nikon porro, but the focus distance could be a issue for me, so will probably go for the Opticron, unless there is a similar porro to the Nikon out there within my budget

 

[dave6991]

There is a

Bushnells Excursion EX 8 X 36 £59.97 reduced from £189.97 at PCworld any thoughts please

 

[typo]

A lot better (brighter) than the H20 for example in the Bushnell range. A wider view, bigger sweet spot and a slightly warmer colour balance than the Sierra if I remember rightly and gave the impression at least of having a stronger build.

David

 

[dave6991]

David,

was going to buy that but only available by click and collect, the nearest store available to me is Tottenham Hale, so not sure now

Dave

 

[typo]

When I last checked out my local branch the Bushnell display was a bit of a wreck. Not much left and clearly some had been dropped. I'd definitely want to check them out in person. Have you checked Curreys as well. Same company, similar deals.

David