Rifle Scopes Swarovski SLC vs. Leica

[HOGGHEAD]

Guys I have a set of Swarovski 8X56 SLC binoculars. That I really like. I also have a pair of Zeiss compact 8X30's that I use in the woods when I want a lighter binocular. I do a good bit of ground hog hunting, and that is when I mostly use the SLC's. I just sold a Nikon LRF and was getting ready to order a new Leica 900 LRF.

I have been thinking about selling my SLC's and buying one of the Leica binoculars with the LRF. However I do not have much experience with Leica binoculars. First let me say that I am very pleased with my SLC's. So I do not want to lower my standards.

Are the Leica binoculars with the LRF comparable in quality(optically) to my SLC's?? If so, which ones?? I would not mind going up to 10X on my binoculars, but I prefer not to go over 10X. 8X works just fine in the SLC's, but I think I can manage 10X binoculars.

Should I sell my SLC's and buy a pair of Leica's with a built in LRF?? Or should I just buy a separate Leica LRF??

Economics does not enter into this decision. I can afford a little extra money if I need to spend it to get good premium binoculars. Also the weight and size does not enter into the equation. I am a handicapped hunter who hunts on his Kawasaki Mule so I do not have to carry the binoculars. Thanks, Tom.

 

[RobertB]

Re: Swarovski SLC vs. Leica

I have heard nothing but good about leica. I love my leica 1200. Don't know much about the binos though. Maybe some here will.

 

[The Quiet One]

Re: Swarovski SLC vs. Leica

I have a pair of Leica 10x42 Binoculars and have been very happy with them. When I purchased them I was able to look through both the Swarovski SLC and the Leicas side by side and on that day I preferred the Leicas. My only complaint is they are on the heavy side, but you said that isn't an issue for you, they also have a lighter weight model now.

 

[Wireman]

Re: Swarovski SLC vs. Leica

I had a pair of Swarovski 10x50 SLC & the 8x30 LRF. Traded them both for a pair of Leica 8x42 BRF.

Suits me just fine.

Rory