dries1
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Well folks I had to return my second SF 8X42 yesterday, the box had a card signed off by two Zeiss personnel one for packing, the box was sealed. I took the glass out of the box and a rattling sound coming from it, It was totally out of collimation, and likely a lens/prism was loose inside the case. They were sent back to the vendor this time for a refund not a replacement.
I spoke with the vendor optical manager and he stated he is going to look into it and check to find out if there are more issues quality with the new Zeiss models.
I have a Zeiss FL 8X32 and it is a great glass, great optics and well built and proven over time. I am still looking for another 8X42 to complement my EDG 8X42 and MHG 8X42 but no hurry for now. Perhaps I will see if I can find a used 8X42 FL or check out the 8X42 Noctivid after a year and see how they work out.
The EDG 8X42 below is a well made glass, all metal magnesium construction, the eyecups are metal not plastic, and the focus, well IMO the best along with great optics. So for now I am happy with both my EDGs (8X32 and 8X42) and my FL 8X32. Both designs proven over time and well built.
I am beginning to wonder about the QA/QC from some optic manufacturers, and hoping that for over $2,500 dollars a premium binocular built today, not three or four years ago will last a lifetime.
A.W.
I spoke with the vendor optical manager and he stated he is going to look into it and check to find out if there are more issues quality with the new Zeiss models.
I have a Zeiss FL 8X32 and it is a great glass, great optics and well built and proven over time. I am still looking for another 8X42 to complement my EDG 8X42 and MHG 8X42 but no hurry for now. Perhaps I will see if I can find a used 8X42 FL or check out the 8X42 Noctivid after a year and see how they work out.
The EDG 8X42 below is a well made glass, all metal magnesium construction, the eyecups are metal not plastic, and the focus, well IMO the best along with great optics. So for now I am happy with both my EDGs (8X32 and 8X42) and my FL 8X32. Both designs proven over time and well built.
I am beginning to wonder about the QA/QC from some optic manufacturers, and hoping that for over $2,500 dollars a premium binocular built today, not three or four years ago will last a lifetime.
A.W.
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