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Message: <blockquote data-quote="elkcub" data-source="post: 3361658" data-attributes="member: 14473">Hi Bruce,Even with today's inflated prices it seems to me that all officially supplied products (with manufacturer's logo) miss a feature that I find invaluable: a top handle.  To give you an idea I've attached pictures of the Tamrac 5400 that's been around for at least 20 yrs.  I own three of them.  Perfect fit for Swaro 8x42 SLC-HD (see third panel), Zeiss 7x42 BGATP, Swaro 8x30 SLC ...This guy is amazingly versatile, compact, water resistant, tough, and costs < $20 USD.  The shoulder strap can be stored at the bottom of the front pouch leaving room for accessories, e.g., lens brush, etc.  The cover also has two thin zippered pockets for personal ID.  Great for storage and packs easily for travel.Oh, and did I mention, — it has a handle?  <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite2" alt=";)" title="Wink    ;)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=";)" />Of course, if the logo means a lot that's another story.  Personally, I prefer to keep my equipment anonymous.  Ed</blockquote>