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    Vortex Razor UHD 8X32 and 10X32 Mid Size Binoculars

    I own many pairs of binoculars. If I had to choose only one pair to keep, it would likely be my Leica 8x32's. Perfect size for most any application. Mine are 30 year old BA's and their performance has never ceased to amaze me. I'll bet these new UHD'S are even better.
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    10x42 vs. 10x50 Binoculars Pros and Cons

    In any given model, 10x50's will typically have a smaller field of view than 10x42's.
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    10x42 vs. 10x50 Binoculars Pros and Cons

    Good information presented here. The benefit for me is the extended eye relief with the larger objective. Too bad it adds so much bulk and weight.
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    Swarovski repair time

    I think armor replacement is often required after disassembly of binoculars. Maybe they have to tear up the armor to get it apart? Makes 'em look brand new! They must continue to manufacture armor for all the discontinued models.
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    Swarovski repair time

    In mid March, I sent a scope in for internal cleaning. Still waiting.
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    Scope rings to avoid?

    The vertical split Warne rings are cumbersome to deal with, but fine if you plan to mount on one rifle and leave it there. Not for switching from gun to gun. I would stay away from the current production standard Leupold rings as well. They are not durable like the older USA models.
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    Updates and News

    The Father's Day sale on Zeiss Conquest binoculars is amazing! What a deal!!!!!
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    Zeiss conquest Binos

    Both are great binoculars, but the HD's are likely the best value right now. I would only consider the older Hungary models if they were in the $200-300 range.
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    Best Range Finders

    IMHO, the best rangefinders are the ones with a lifetime warranty. Vortex and possibly Maven. Are there others?
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    Vintage Scopes with Modern Quality

    Redfield Bear Cubs are great scopes, but some have 26mm tubes, so beware! They are essentially rebranded Kollmorgens. Redfield bought Kollmorgen.
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    Swarovski repair time

    I just got a pair of SLC's back; took about 8 weeks for a rebuild with new armor. I am 2 months out on a rifle scope; still waiting.
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    Should I upgrade

    This is the truth of this matter. I deal in used optics and routinely handle a host of high end binoculars. I am very impressed with Razor HD's and UHD’S. About a month ago I compared a pair of UHD 8x42's against a pair of SLC 8x50's for about 20 minutes until it was nearly dark. I switched...
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    Should I upgrade

    Vortex Razor HD's are outstanding. $600 is about right for a good used pair.
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    What is everyone getting for velocity with factory ammo out of a 7mm-08?

    Factory published velocities are almost always inflated.
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    New Razor UHD's

    I have a pair of 7x30 SLC'S, which are quite good. They have the front focus wheel and longest eye relief of any small binocular I have used.
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    New Razor UHD's

    Agreed. As an old man with spectacles, I like the generous eye relief not always found on 32mm binos. As a fan of the UHD'S, I would expect these to be outstanding. I will be looking for some to try out.
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    Japan made Burris Signature HD latest model selling for $207 on Amazon

    If I was unable to clearly differentiate between $3000 Swaros and $200 Burris binoculars, I would buy the Burris and never look back.
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    What would you do? Binoculars

    In my opinion, this statement could apply to many, if not most phase corrected alpha brand binoculars made in the last 30 years.
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    Japan made Burris Signature HD latest model selling for $207 on Amazon

    They must be Chinese.
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    Zeiss Conquest HD 8x32 - best all around binocular?

    A good pair of small binoculars will make you wonder why you always thought you needed full sized binoculars. I have Leica 8x32 BA's and Swaro 7x30 SLC's. Both are outstanding. The eye relief on the 7x30's is really long for small binoculars.

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