I've been spending hours trying to figure out what is going to be my new binos.
I currently own the old SWIFT ultralite 10x42 model and I am very happy with it, but the focus knob is no longer what it used to be and I also feel it's about time for the next step.
I already searched the web from every possible direction, but after deciding what I want, I just can't find the binos that will much my needs...
This is what I know:
1. I decided the mag of 8 should be better for me than the 10, so this is what I'm looking at now.
2. Weight is THE major factor; 24oz (680gr) is just about the max.
3. Eye-relief is the second important part; I find it very important to have a long eye relief to allow a relaxing view, so +18mm is what I'm searching for.
4. Diameter - I'm very happy with the light gathering of the swift 42 diameters, but this is not important as long as I can still use the binoculars in low light conditions.
5. $$$$ - 650 is the limit I currently set.
One last important note, Unfortunately, I can't test any binoculars in the field; I'll have to buy from the Internet and hope for good.
Any help on pointing me to possible candidates is highly appreciated.
Why not buy the 8x32 SE and call it a day?
[QUOTE=RedBishop]I've been spending hours trying to figure out what is going to be my new binos.
I currently own the old SWIFT ultralite 10x42 model and I am very happy with it, but the focus knob is no longer what it used to be and I also feel it's about time for the next step.
I already searched the web from every possible direction, but after deciding what I want, I just can't find the binos that will much my needs...
This is what I know:
1. I decided the mag of 8 should be better for me than the 10, so this is what I'm looking at now.
2. Weight is THE major factor; 24oz (680gr) is just about the max.
3. Eye-relief is the second important part; I find it very important to have a long eye relief to allow a relaxing view, so +18mm is what I'm searching for.
4. Diameter - I'm very happy with the light gathering of the swift 42 diameters, but this is not important as long as I can still use the binoculars in low light conditions.
5. $$$$ - 650 is the limit I currently set.
One last important note, Unfortunately, I can't test any binoculars in the field; I'll have to buy from the Internet and hope for good.
Any help on pointing me to possible candidates is highly appreciated.[/QUOTE]
There are several to choose from, why not look at www.eagleoptics.com, pick out a couple of possibles, call them, tell them what your desires are. They are very helpful at this and willing to take whatever time is needed. They give you a 30 day return privelege so if what you get turns out not to be what you thought, you can return for credit or exchange. I've ordered a number of things from them and as almost every American on the forum will tell you, they are highly reputable.
Jaeger near Chicago