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  1. cafemike

    Scope recommendation

    Great recommendations- would also suggest Eotech Vudu-very nice glass. In addition, the NF SHV it's not a sealed scope and can get damaged by water according to the NF warranty.
  2. cafemike

    Vortex optics experience

    Have you looked at the Nightforce warranty? Their SHV line doesn't have waterproof integrity and the electronics is covered for 3 years (WTF on the design and warranty on this). "SHV™ models maintain waterproof integrity with their protective caps installed." "....Exclusions to this warranty...
  3. cafemike

    Vortex optics experience

    Totally agree- the best warranty is an unused one. Is it too much to expect a Costco/Nordstrom level warranty experience from an alpha manufacturer "when it is needed"? There is a big difference between covering a manufacturing issue, normal wear / tear, abuse, vs an accident. Most peeps don't...
  4. cafemike

    Fluid head ON TOP of ball head?

    Tricer has something similar to what you are looking at 14.6 oz https://tricer.com/products/tricer-dz
  5. cafemike

    Vortex optics experience

    The Japanese and USA made Razor HD, AMG, and UHD stuff.
  6. cafemike

    Vortex optics experience

    It's always a good idea to have as much information as possible. You get what you pay for- most people would agree on that. It's unrealistic to expect Chinese and Philippine sourced scopes and glass to punch way above their weight. It's not fair to combine their highest level and their lowest...
  7. cafemike

    Vortex optics experience

    Vortex gets the Nordstrom / Costco customer service & warranty award. They are 1st class from their low end to their high end with good turn around times. AAAAAAA++++++++. SIG recently changed their warranty from 5years to lifetime.
  8. cafemike

    Optic Set-Up

    Forgot to mention - Dvor has the 18x56 UHD for $1340 brand new (others too). Crazy great binos at a stupid low price. Don't be put off by the Vortex brand - their made in Japan high end Razor stuff is very very good.
  9. cafemike

    Optic Set-Up

    Allow me to suggest how much of a glass / image snob you are. I got turned on to Canon L glass in photography and have not looked back on buying good glass. Would suggest looking at the Vortex UHD 8x42 from Eurooptic or 10x42s from Sierra. They can be had for under $950. Top notch alpha glass...
  10. cafemike

    New Binoculars, spotting scope, or both...

    I know you mentioned you were looking to move past Vortex. However, there is something to be said for the Vortex UHD 18x56 if you are looking at high power binos. They are alpha and top notch in optic and build quality and have a 3x magnification bump over other 15's. I'm a big fan of the...
  11. cafemike

    Vortex optics experience

    I wish Vortex would come out with a high end Razor UHD 8x25 bino and Razor UHD level spotter. Love their Razor LPVO's and scopes.
  12. cafemike

    Tripod & Head Help

    Decided on the Feisol 3441s and the Tricer BP & AC. The extra reach, stability, and light weight - comes in 3.10 lbs. The Tricer BP is very smooth
  13. cafemike

    Are Vortex Razor UHD refurbished the best deal on binoculars?

    The UHD's are back in stock at DVOR - the 18x56 are $1363 with the newer glass pack pro - the is the best price I have run across to date.
  14. cafemike

    Are Vortex Razor UHD refurbished the best deal on binoculars?

    Im a bit partial to high end Japanese too. It is really splitting hairs and the law of diminishing return kicks in really hard. The UHD are produced to a certain $$$ point and for that I am very grateful - they kick ass optically regardless of price and have a great warranty.
  15. cafemike

    Are Vortex Razor UHD refurbished the best deal on binoculars?

    Keep an eye out on Dvor. They pop up every couple weeks. The last ones I saw were $1356 plus tax. Great deal for brand new.
  16. cafemike

    I wanna buy the Credo HX 2.5-15 but..

    I have a couple Trij Credo LPVO's in FFP and they are bitchen. I never met a Trij product I didn't like for the most part. If you looking at a.2.5 - 10, check out the Eotech Vudu - really great scope and glass.
  17. cafemike

    Are Vortex Razor UHD refurbished the best deal on binoculars?

    There are some very good deals on demo's or refurbs if you are patient and look around for Zeiss, Swaro, and Vortex. I could have picked up a pair of demo Zeiss HDX 8x32 Conquest or demo UHDs for the same amount (Midway). I went with the UHD's ( they were brand new imo) Really great glass...
  18. cafemike

    Tripod & Head Help

    Looking to get a lightweight tripod setup for glassing & stargazing - my heaviest binos are the UHD 18x56. Considering the Gitzo GT2545 or the Feisol CT 3441S for tripods due to weight, height, and folded size. Not to sure about the head ( I don't want a gimbal) and need help. Would like to...
  19. cafemike

    Vortex Viper HD 6x32

    I just bought the UHD 18x56 for spotting and UHD 8x32 (killer deal at Midway) for the wife.
  20. cafemike

    Vortex Viper HD 6x32

    Just noticed that - $385 for BIN.....tempting
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