Author Topic: Binoculars Question? (Read 420 times)

Robert Baggett · « **on:** July 29, 2005, 07:24:48 AM »

I am in the market for

2 - Swarovski EL 10x42 Binoculars
OR
2 - Zeiss FL 10x42 Binoculars

Can anyone give me some advice on where the cheapest place to purchase either of these would be? I have checked Cabela's and the Swarovski is $1,779.99 and the Zeiss is 1,549.99. HIGH DOLLAR to say the least.

Grubbs · « **Reply #1 on:** July 29, 2005, 09:01:28 AM »

Ebay. just make sure the dealer is an authorized USA distributor, as you will definitely want the USA warranty. Why not Leica? (just curious).

Robert Baggett · « **Reply #2 on:** July 29, 2005, 09:14:38 AM »

Thanks,
We are considering Leica as well. I did not see much on Ebay.

Jimi · « **Reply #3 on:** July 29, 2005, 11:09:23 AM »

I purchased Swarovski EL 10x42 a few years ago and I shopped heavily for a deal, including eBay, and just couldn't find one. I ended up buying from Cabelas, which provides the advantage of a retailer you can trust if there are any immediate problems.

Worth noting, these binoculars are $300 more expensive now then they were in 2002. It isn't often that you see a product go up in value.

And by the way, I absolutely love these binoculars.

I compared the two you are considering along with the Leica, side-by-side, and the Swaros were the best for my eyes. I think the effect of the optics varies from person to person, so if you have a chance to compare... take it. And pay whatever you have to. It's worth it.

BruceP · « **Reply #4 on:** July 29, 2005, 04:12:53 PM »

I can help just a little with the Zeiss but the Swarovski are a little higher here than the price you already have. Try this link.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?A=search&Q=&b=328&a=156_4893&shs=&ci=1011&ac=&Submit.x=8&Submit.y=3

BruceP