Without a valid warranty it seriously lowers the value of something like a binocular, scope etc..... Swaro was suppose to be high value and quality....It seems they have decided to become a disposable junk company....
With the no external damage present policy they have adopted they no longer have to honor any warranty claim.... they can simply argue, you abused the product....
Swarovski warranty has never covered damage from accident. Cracked prisms don't crack from use--they crack from impact.