Zeiss binocular servicing

[Runningwater]

I have an old pair of Zeiss 10x40 B T* P* that I have used for years and years. Have been contemplating sending them in to Zeiss for a "once over" and to see if they can replace of of the screw on eye cups that is slightly dented. Its not a big deal, it just means I have to put my old doubler on the other barrel on the few occasions I want to use it. My question is, for those with experience - what does Zeiss typically do in this situation and what do they charge? Do they just clean them and give them a little grease? Is it worth sending them in at all?

I know one day I'll be upgrading but to my eye these old things still outperform all my hunting buddies's non-alpha mid-range glass and hold their own pretty well with the low end $1000 alphas.

Any advice/opinions are appreciated.

 

[ultraedge]

I sent in a pair of 10x40 B T Victory binos. They called when the binos arrived. After discussion, they replaced the eyecups and the lenses.(scratched). I asked if the binos were worth spending the $250.00 on . The Zeiss rep assured me that they were. I had purchased these used and had hunted with them for about 8 years. when I got them back, they were much better than I expected. It was overall a very good customer service experience. Gary Campbell

 

[BRobertson]

I think it was about 3 yrs ago that I sent my late 70s era 8x30 green armored Zeiss in for refirb. It was a great experience. Zeiss sent them to Germany cause I asked for new lenses
for the upgraded coatings. The original lenses were lacking in glare protection and I knew from experience that the newer coatings were a lot better in that sense.

It took about 6-8 weeks I believe and approx. $150 ?????. They are way better in the glare prevention situation, and are the usual fantastically bright and clear expected from
Zeiss.
I would do it again!!
Bob

 

[Runningwater]

Thanks for the responses - sounds like a no brainer!