Are Swarovski binoculars worth the money?

Are Swarovski binoculars worth the money?

Swarovski binoculars in general hold their value much better than most brands and this tends to take them out of the “expense” category and put them into the “investment” category for those items that provide a return over a period of time.

What does WB mean on Swarovski binoculars?

The WB (it’s actually “W B”) is a combination of two items. The W stands for a German word that means “wide angle.” For Swarovski binoculars, this means the apparent field of view is greater than 60°. The B, as noted above, is for a German word that means the instrument has twist-up eyecups.

Where are Swarovski binoculars made?

Austria
Swarovski’s culture • Swarovski is a family-run business, which makes crystal glass as well as sport optics. All its binoculars are made in Austria. The Swarovski website says the company is committed to courageous innovation and to creating objects that will last and serve for a lifetime.

What is the warranty on Swarovski scopes?

Swarovski Optik offers a fully transferable Limited Lifetime Warranty against factory defects. If the problem or damage is caused by the owner, there may be some costs involved, although this is not always the case.

Are Swarovski binoculars the best?

Truth is, the glass itself is the same. However with advanced coatings, Swarovision, and more features, the ELs really are the better binoculars. Either way Swarovski undoubtedly makes the best hunting binoculars you can buy and you can’t go wrong with either choice.

What does El mean in binoculars?

The Main Body This 10×42 binocular is one of four models in the range of Swarovski EL Binoculars, where EL stands for Ergonomic, Light.

Is Swarovski and Swarovski Optik the same?

SWAROVSKI OPTIK, together with the Crystal business unit and Tyrolit, the manufacturer of grinding materials and tools, is part of the Swarovski Group which is wholly owned by the Swarovski family.

Will Swarovski replace missing crystals?

For the entire range of branded products purchased from authorized Swarovski retailers, Swarovski guarantees a repair, replacement, or substitution (this applies to jewelry only) for damages not covered under the terms of the Swarovski warranty policy.

How long has Swarovski been making binoculars?

Swarovski has been producing for over 50 years, as they were established in 1949 and their first binoculars did not look much different than the Swarovski Habicht.

Where is Swarovski Optik located?

Absam
Swarovski Optik is a division of the Swarovski group of companies, manufacturing optical instruments. Its headquarters are located in Absam, Tyrol, Austria.