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    Quick & dirty review of 8x42 Opticron Aurora.

    The Aurora is definitely a keeper for me too. Most of the top 8x42's I find too heavy after a while so the Opticron has really nailed it here with a basically alpha view for a lot less money. Coming straight from the EL 8x32 and the SF 8x42 I'm genuinely surprised how good the Aurora image is...
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    Quick & dirty review of 8x42 Opticron Aurora.

    I took the Aurora 8x42 out with my leica Retrovid 7x35 this morning. After a lot of switching back and forth I can only conclude that the Aurora's view is a bit better in many respects. Quite a result for a £400-£500 cheaper binocular. It's clearly brighter to my eyes and gives the impression...
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    Quick & dirty review of 8x42 Opticron Aurora.

    I was a bit sceptical of Ratal's glowing praise for this binocular but after using an 8x42 all week I have to say these are indeed quite stunningly good binoculars for the price. Having owned an SF 8x42 myself for 5 years and far too many other optics of all price levels I have to agree that...
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