After a few Pms I ordered a set and they arrived a few days ago.
For some strange reason the retailers in Slovakia, Czechia and Austria were sold out or did not have stock. We had to purchase them from the retailer in Germany.
Cost is € 239 with DPH/ € 4,9 shipping
vortexoptik.de
Seven Oaks Gmbh
Buscher Holzweg 110
Krefeld, 47802 Germany
Neither Sabin or I need to worry about the eye relief (so far) so no modifications required there though I will keep John modification in my mind for the future.
The binoculars are a convenient size and weight od 11.43 cm length by 11.68 cm width and weight of 439.4 (15.5 oz) or 460 grams (16.23 oz) with lens covers in place. An excellent size and weight for cycling or storing in the dash compartment when travelling. These came with a black zippered hardcase, lightly padded neckstrap and a small cleaning cloth. Magnesium body with rubber coating, argon purged and
According to reviews these are the 3rd generation and the coatings are improved over the last two series and the way to ID these new version is the HD written on the center focuser.
Viewing conditions have not been the greatest but when I was able to view some nearby high contrast targets,
These are designed in USA, built in China and have a lifetime warranty. Original owner will have damage repaired or binoculars replaced for free while you own them.