RE: [Paddlewise] Q: Waterproof Binoculars

I have a pair of Nikon waterproof binocs that I bought through Lands'
End.  I keep them in a dry bag when not in use, so I can't attest to how
waterproof they really are.  But they are a great pair of binocs...also
reasonably compact and work great without taking off my prescription
glasses.

Tom

> -----Original Message-----
> From:	Christine.Wein_at_sunny.health.state.mn.us
> [SMTP:Christine.Wein_at_sunny.health.state.mn.us]
> Sent:	Tuesday, August 25, 1998 3:09 PM
> To:	paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net
> Subject:	[Paddlewise] Q: Waterproof Binoculars
> 
> I am looking for binocs that can ride on deck, secured under
> a bungee cord, and survive fresh water waves and the occasional
> submersion due to rolling - without fogging and/or permanent
> damage to optics. 
> 
> Does anyone have a recommendation for waterproof binoculars?
> 
> I realize that "waterproof" is a rather nebulously defined
>  when discussing radios and I anticipate the same
> when discussing optics. I have read that "nitrogen purged"
> binocs with "o-rings" are waterproof. Anyone have experience
> with such binocs?
> 
> -chris
> 
> On a related note: Is there life (being able to tolerate lesser
> binocs) after using Swarovski's?
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