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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Petrus82" data-source="post: 3163936" data-attributes="member: 117647">Very interesting thread.  I really like the Opticron Countryman HD. I tried it a few years ago briefly and thought it was good, but I didn't really understand sharpness at the time.  I've tried it a few times since and it puts a smile on my face each and every time. If you are wanting to spend more, though, I think the Kowa Genesis takes some beating.  I would put it above the Zeiss Conquest HD.  The Zeiss can be very good, but I've seen quite a bit of variation in sharpness and quite a bit of quality control issues.  For me, the Kowa just oozes class and provides one of the best views on the market. I'm surprised no one has mentioned the Vanguard Endeavour ED II available at £399.  Definitely one to try out for yourself but an exceptional binocular at a relatively low price.  There's been quite a few threads on this recently so if you do a search you will find some quite comprehensive reviews.</blockquote>