Vortex Optics

I can't comment on any of their other binos, but I can tell you the $700 Razor 8X42 is optically on par with anything I've seen short of the uber-priced glass.

Thanks, my brain cells were obviously still back on page one with the Vortex Spitfires.

The optical system within the roof prism binoculars splits incoming light into two 'out of phase' paths. These two light paths are added together before they reach your eye, but the whole processs causes a deterioration in sharpness.(This is particularly noticable at high magnifications & small exit pupils). Phase correction coating dramatically improves resolution and contrast by correcting this light phase-shift.

Phase coating reduces internal glare and delivers enhanced contrast and high resolution in details. The results are extremely bright and crisp images, and true color fidelity.

Roof prism binoculars without phase correction is a cost- cutting procedure that does not allow a binocular to achieve its maximum performance.

Tero,

Not surprising/very inexpensive, Chinese 10x32 roof prism without phase correction.

Originally posted by NDhunter Rifledude.  "You write like you work for, or are connected to Vortex."

 

Nope, not at all.  I was simply replying to the original post.  As I said, I have nothing whatsoever to gain from my comments, and my only connection to Vortex is email conversations I've had with one of their people.  I work in an oil & gas equipment manufacturing plant in Texas.   I'm just a guy who likes spending time in the outdoors and appreciates good outdoor equipment.  I feel I got more for my money than I expected, was excited about that fact since it doesn't happen very often, and wanted to share my findings with others.  I purchased these binoculars on blind faith and a couple good reviews, armed with the knowledge that the distributor would take them back if I wasn't satisfied with them.  I think I have a good basis of comparison from which to evaluate the Razor, since I already own two other premium binos, one of which retails at twice the price of the Razor.  I think they're definitely worth the money, and worth strong consideration if you're thinking of buying a high-end binocular.  These are my opinions and my opinions only; I make no claim to be the final word on these binos.  Feel free to disagree, but I'd invite you to look at them first.

This is just a wild guess, but it sounds like you are happy with the Razor's.  Thank you very much for posting this and welcome. Good to have another aboard that knows what to look for. Personally, I thought the Trinovid was VERY good optically, but, I could not get past their weight. Yep, the Ultravid is a great bino, but for 1700 bucks it should be. Thanks again for the time you took.