Swarovski BTX + 115mm looks a little dark during peak daylight

[Dfjm702]

I bought the Swarovski BTX eyepiece and paired it up with the 115mm objective last month. I was finally able to test it in the field during all times of light conditions this past weekend. I noticed that during the day in max daylight, it was like there was a filter or as if I was looking through it with sunglasses on. In the evening and or in the morning, this was not noticeable and was perfect. Is this normal?

 

[lesstalkmorerock]

My buddy had the same problem. Granted, his was a 95, but it was so dim we were certain it was a defective piece.

Recently looked through the btx on a 115 and it still seemed really dark. I love swarovski and it's all I buy, but I just don't get the hype of the btx. Yeah, its easy to look through, but if it sucks in low light it's basically worthless to me.