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  1. dries1

    Zeiss Conquest HD 8×32 VS Leica Trinovid 8×32 HD?

    I have both the Leica 10x42s 2012-2015 and the HDs, I am very sure I am not missing anything compared to other 10x42s. Cannot go wrong with either the Conquest or Trinovid in 8x32, just a matter of preference.
  2. dries1

    Nikon 8x30 EII - Strange Issue Inside Lens?

    I am starting to lean to separation not fungus.
  3. dries1

    Nikon 8x30 EII - Strange Issue Inside Lens?

    I cannot deceipher whether fungus or seperation from the photos. IMHO either is a negative. I would send them back.
  4. dries1

    A review of reviewers.

    Thank you for a very honest read, with humor. You included CA, but don't forget the veiling glare.
  5. dries1

    Nikon 8x30 EII - Strange Issue Inside Lens?

    Can you send them back for a refund?
  6. dries1

    How sharp should the view be for a Nikon Monarch M5 in 8x42?

    It is a wondering diopter, send it back it will only get worse.
  7. dries1

    Best 8x Bino’s for the money

    Yes you are correct, the ball is in their court. Based on my experience with the exception of companies such as Nikon, Kowa, and Zeiss, the level of work required to accomplish consistent production of a prc binocular from an independent manufacturer is lacking IMHO.
  8. dries1

    Best 8x Bino’s for the money

    There is also the new prc binocular, the Sky rover banner cloud for about $500, however make sure you get a good sample.
  9. dries1

    Car binoculars

    This one
  10. dries1

    Swarovski NL 8x42 vs Skyrover apo 8x42 sharpness contrast microcontrast etc

    Banner Crush the new wide field binocular, from the prc.
  11. dries1

    Which binocular(s) did you use today?

    These today, and yes it took a bit to get a good sample.
  12. dries1

    Swarovski NL 8x42 vs Skyrover apo 8x42 sharpness contrast microcontrast etc

    I am keeping an open mind also, reminding myself what happened to Zenray. Additionally it is a $500 bin.
  13. dries1

    Swarovski NL 8x42 vs Skyrover apo 8x42 sharpness contrast microcontrast etc

    I would wait on pulling the trigger, enjoy the NLs. I would wait until there is a US vendor, so if you get a bum sample it is easier to deal with. Wait and see if they improve qaqc issues.
  14. dries1

    Product Review: The Sky Rover Banner Cloud 8 x 42 Binocular

    Until it needs service, LOL. (I have to give credit though, that was a very good play on words).
  15. dries1

    Product Review: The Sky Rover Banner Cloud 8 x 42 Binocular

    It depends, how much effort (which translates to $$$) is put forward for quality control. To get there the price will have to go up. Time will tell, most globally will buy a Nikon 7, and be quite satisfied. Additionally a roof is more complicated than a porro to manufacture in large numbers.
  16. dries1

    Sky Rover Banner Cloud 8x42 APO Review

    Thanks, so no Japanese affiliation.
  17. dries1

    Sky Rover Banner Cloud 8x42 APO Review

    Where are the lens and prisms on the bc binocular manufactured?
  18. dries1

    Opinion on CN

    Go ask the commenter on cn who made the statement regarding Swarovski, don't waste my time. on ignore now.
  19. dries1

    Opinion on CN

    not even 20, but your envy and coveting does show.
  20. dries1

    Opinion on CN

    It is not that, it is the bs about a prc binocular being better than a much better binocular (NL) costing much less. It does not devalue anything. but the hype is over the top because they think they are getting a 9 for a 3. Go enjoy your popcorn.
  21. dries1

    Opinion on CN

    you know where you can go right
  22. dries1

    Opinion on CN

    This is why I am getting fed up with forums; the lectures. Many over there have never held a Swarovski.
  23. dries1

    Opinion on CN

    IHF on CN when discussing the new bc from prc ,WOW, they have really drank the Koolaid over there. "In fact I don't know of any notable optical innovations by Swarovski. I would like to learn more if there are any. Swarovski strikes me as the ultimate follower company, somehow out-incrementing...
  24. dries1

    New Binocular Bargains Thread

    Let's see how the new kid on the block does down the road. The price will rise if they provide after sales service in the US by a stable vendor. Who wants to ship them back to the prc. I am sure many thought zenrays were great at one time.
  25. dries1

    Zeiss Conquest HD 8x32 vs. 8x42 for birding

    That was a lot of birds there, LOL.
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