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Pulling the trigger on some 8x42's and need advice

First post here but have been lurking for a while and gaining knowledge.

Investing in a pair of 8x42's and have a choice of Trinovid BN or Ultravid (non HD). I have always loved the Trinovids, the way they feel, look, quality and was dead set on those but before I spend this kind of coin should I consider the Ultravids (non HD). I have looked through the Ultravids and they look great but I still like the feel of the Trinovids. Am I missing the boat if I don't go with the Ultravids? If cost between these two did not matter which would you choose and why, taking into consideration that I do like the feel/appearance of the Trinovids better. Cross post in case this forum gets more traffic instead of Leica only.

Thanks for the help.

Your question/request is nonsensical as stated "which would you choose and why, taking into consideration that I do like the feel/appearance of the Trinovids better."

Are you asking how they differ optically? The Ultravid is brighter and more color neutral, but that doesn't necessarily mean that it is better for you.

You should get the one that you like best. That seems to be the Trinovid BN.

--AP

[QUOTE=ringo;1269196]First post here but have been lurking for a while and gaining knowledge.

Investing in a pair of 8x42's and have a choice of Trinovid BN or Ultravid (non HD). I have always loved the Trinovids, the way they feel, look, quality and was dead set on those but before I spend this kind of coin should I consider the Ultravids (non HD). I have looked through the Ultravids and they look great but I still like the feel of the Trinovids. Am I missing the boat if I don't go with the Ultravids? If cost between these two did not matter which would you choose and why, taking into consideration that I do like the feel/appearance of the Trinovids better. Cross post in case this forum gets more traffic instead of Leica only.

Thanks for the help.[/QUOTE]

I can remember when I was buying my first quality binoculars several years ago (several, right!). There were two or three contenders and I zoned in on a Swaro 8x30 SLC. Never regretted it, but the other contenders were the Leica 8x32 BN and Zeiss 8x30 BGAT. At the time the BN was rated the best overall birding binocular by BVD with the Swaro SLC a close runner up. My point is that when dealing with top of the line equipment you ultimately have to pick what you like rather than relying on anyone else. So, if you like the fit and feel of the BN better, go for it and don't look back. And while you're at it, enjoy the view.

Ed

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