Leica Ultravid 8X42BR.

[Peter M]

Just purchased the aforementioned bino's second-hand.

Took them out last night for a test as the light faded. Findings below:

Initial thoughts in normal light are extremely good. Brilliant, sharp image that is very true in colour. Very high definition.

Continued to test as light faded and was very impressed with my findings, light was gathered very well which allowed me to see while aided long after my naked eye gave up. Compared the image to my two Zeiss scopes.... Was better than the Conquest which surprised me and maybe the merest smidge better than my Victory Diavari?

It is easy to conclude that these optics are absolutely superb, well worth finding a second-hand pair in good condition that will impress and give years of service.

Hope this helps?

Kind Regards
Peter

[maximus otter]

I have a pair I bought new, and I agree: They are breathtakingly good.

maximus otter

[musicman1971]

i have read up about these the cheapest supplier i can find in the uk is binoculars uk. however it takes 3 weeks from placing the order to them landing on your door.

[maximus otter]

...the cheapest supplier i can find in the uk is binoculars uk...

I did some serious Googling when I bought mine ~2 years ago, and the best deal then was from Sherwoods Photo in Warks.

http://www.sherwoods-photo.com/leica...oculars_fs.htm

sorry guys i think they are over rated....

I have before me the review of the 8 x 42 Ultravid in Bird Watching of November 2003:

Design & build rating: 9.5 out of 10

Optical rating: 9.5 out of 10

Mechanical rating: 9.5 out of 10

I'll settle for that...

maximus otter

[manxteddy]

7x42 Trinovid
Been using mine for 14 years.
Truly excellent performance.
You have to pay for quality with binoculars.
Graham

[nice one]

i have used them side by side with ace avian and they pi$$ al over them you dont have to pay big money for quality unless your a snob .....

[nice one]

sorry guys i think they are over rated....