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Not as yet Steve. Between work commitments and the weather conditions continuing to be far from ideal when I do manage to get a few minutes, I haven't really had any quality time with it. I've a few days off over the coming weekend, so fingers crossed by then the weather will have improved and I'll get back to it.

Yep, never looked through one of those but have read enough to know it's a truly stunning optic, enjoy! Very envious

I took delivery yesterday of the new APM branded magnesium 16x70 ED binocular, and today I had a brief opportunity to compare it with my Lunt 16x70 magnesium. A small modification to my Uni-mount facilitated mounting the binoculars one on top of the other, ideal for fast switching from one to the other. Physical characteristics are all but identical so I'd conclude the only differences are in the optics. This becomes evident when switching from one to the other. The APM is just that bit brighter and more colour neutral. Chromatic aberration is evident in the Lunt under certain scenarios, although that said, it's very well controlled and far from objectionable. In comparison the APM is remarkably colour free. More to follow when the weather cooperates and I get it under the stars.

Very nice Stu, congrats on a fine addition.

Excellent report, thanks for sharing.

Top notch review Bill, thanks very much!

Those Vixens look absolutely superb Steve. Ive considered on more than one occasion selling up some gear and plumping for something like that. To date I've resisted, but must admit your setup has reignited my interest! I've only two instruments at the minute, the 10x50 Fuji, and the 20x110 Helios Apollo. I had to offload some kit recently (including my 15x70 Helios Apollo) when two large kitchen appliances gave up the ghost within weeks of each other! This one I will be replacing at the earliest opportunity.

Cheers Shane, I hadn't seen that listing.

Lovely collection you have there Shane. I noticed one of the original smoothside 7mm T1's on EBay the other day and must admit was very tempted! (Still am if I'm honest) I'm not sure if the asking price is a bit high though? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/121573864716

Thanks for the report John, the SLV sound very impressive indeed!

Very nice collection Nick, those 100° ES sure are big lumps of glass aren't they!