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Heck of a deal on some very good binos.
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I think these are the pre 2018 version, made in Japan with wider FOV and higher transmission than the "improved" version after that. Would likely be a very serviceable bino for that price especially.
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I got a pair last year about this time for that same price, I've been very happy with them thus far. That is a good deal on a pair of binos.
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I bought a pair also for fields, they're very good...wished they had the 8x42's for the same price.
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Heck of a deal on some very good binos. Friends don't let friends buy Vortex Call Doug He can get you a better set at a similar price I put a V sticker on a cabinet in my shop a couple years ago and now the dang door squeaks and won't stay shut
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Heck of a deal on some very good binos. Friends don't let friends buy Vortex Call Doug He can get you a better set at a similar price I put a V sticker on a cabinet in my shop a couple years ago and now the dang door squeaks and won't stay shut Doug doesn't have anything at that price with that kind of glass. If he does , I'm not aware. You have suggestions?
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Heck of a deal on some very good binos. Friends don't let friends buy Vortex Call Doug He can get you a better set at a similar price I put a V sticker on a cabinet in my shop a couple years ago and now the dang door squeaks and won't stay shut Doug doesn't have anything at that price with that kind of glass. If he does , I'm not aware. You have suggestions? By all means buy Vortex then..... Do you want me to attach the PDF link for the warranty claim now or later?
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I think the Athlon Midas is a better buy and the Gen 1 is available for under $250.
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I think the Athlon Midas is a better buy and the Gen 1 is available for under $250. +1
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My pleasure to discuss different options. I do think the Athlon Midas G2 10x42 UHD is a great binocular and with BF sale of $247.99 it's tough to beat
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Confirmed they are the older model, first gen. HD's assembled in Philippines.
I actually prefer them to the newer model. Nicer focus knob and they seem to control flare better to my eyes.
For <$300 I still think they are a great buy. I'm sure the recipients of these Christmas gifts will be pleased.
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I purchased mine last year 2021 around Thanksgiving and they are the HD model, says assembled in the phillipines. So are mine the older model first gen or newer model? I like them regardless I was just curious. ![[Linked Image from i.postimg.cc]](https://i.postimg.cc/fVrYP9Mn/PXL-20221123-211523381.jpg)
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I believe they are 1st gen. 2nd gen are from China. I personally think the 1st gens are better. The focus wheel is nicer and they seem to control flare better. Pretty dang nice binos for under $300.
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I purchased the 8x42 Midas G2 Athlons UHD.
Definitely good glass for the money, on par with my Meopta meopros.
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