I had the same experience with the Habicht 10x40 that I had. However, I used it even in forest areas without having any major problems. Of course, my pointing finger got some pain over time of use.
I figured I sometimes use my thumb to focus. Or both my thumb and index finger. Still, the focuser is not ideal but not a big problem either. One reason why I went with 8 power instead of 10 -> less focusing needed because of the DOF.
The focuser of the NL is a dream.
Two?? The 7x42 and .... ?Now I am waiting for the arrival of two Habichts in two different configurations.