Just thought I'd throw out a question or two regarding your experiances with optics salesman, I'm curious how other folks fare when trying out different binoculars and scopes before making a decision before handing over the cash?
I recently had the opportunity to try out a pair of viking ED 8x42 and 10x42 ED binoculars at a certain RSPB that will remain nameless (Titchwell RSPB)reserve only to have a most bizare response after telling the woman I prefered not to use the eyecups retracted even though I don't wear glasses!!!! I was also told these models were made using the same technology as Swarovski's EL range (Bull?)..
Other times I've experianced sloppy attitude and arrogance (ie being looked at as if a tramp with unwashed hands) when leaving the shop having not made a purchase after comparing different models!!
Anyone else experienced similar?
Matt
Strangely the only place I have experienced similar is at the RSPB at Sandy. They have Optics Days and when I have attended I have got the feeling that the person is keen but not a great deal more. The times I was told that the binoculars used BK4 glass became boring. So I asked what the advantage of BK4 over BK7 was as the optical industry use BK7 almost exclusively.
Often gained the idea that the £800 are better just because they are £800. Didn't matter about comfort of using them or anything else just the cost.
My view is that the £800 ones may be good but that is not what the majority are looking for, I think that some places forget that you may sell 10 pairs at £150 for every one at £800.
Found the Bird Fair at Rutland better. Left to look through anything you can get your hands on.
[quote=matt green;1675968]Just thought I'd throw out a question or two regarding your experiances with optics salesman, I'm curious how other folks fare when trying out different binoculars and scopes before making a decision before handing over the cash?
I recently had the opportunity to try out a pair of viking ED 8x42 and 10x42 ED binoculars at a certain RSPB that will remain nameless (Titchwell RSPB)reserve only to have a most bizare response after telling the woman I prefered not to use the eyecups retracted even though I don't wear glasses!!!! I was also told these models were made using the same technology as Swarovski's EL range (Bull?)..
Other times I've experianced sloppy attitude and arrogance (ie being looked at as if a tramp with unwashed hands) when leaving the shop having not made a purchase after comparing different models!!
Anyone else experienced similar?
Matt[/quote]
May i suggest you shop where there are people who understand optics,in your area you have an excellent store Cley Spy I believe.
POP