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Ferrari Binoculars

  1. I love them!! I'll buy them from [url]www.FchatStuff.com[/url]

  2. Nah, not interested.

  3. Look cool, but too expensive for me at $199.00

  4. But, on the other hand, $149.00 would work.

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  1. dm_n_stuff

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    #1 dm_n_stuff, Jan 11, 2008
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    Mornin' All.

    I've been offered a new item that looks pretty cool, but then of course I'm kind of a geek for this stuff.

    Ferrari Binoculars. Manufactured by Williams Optics. It is licensed Ferrari merchandise.

    Here are the specs.

    Magnification 8X
    Objective Diameter 25 mm
    Exit Pupil 3.1 mm
    Eye Relief 11 mm
    Prism System Roof type, BaK4
    Coating Fully-Multi-Coated
    Minimum focus distance 1 m (3 feet)
    Focus System Center Focus
    Water Proof yes
    Field(Degree) 8.2
    Field (m/1000 m) 143
    Weight 290 g


    I can't tell you what all that means, maybe some optics expert here can.

    They retail for $199.00, I may be able to get us a discount from that price.

    I'm trying to gauge interest here. If you like them I'll add them to www.Fchatstuff.com If not, no harm, no foul as they say.

    So, HONEST opinions please on the poll above.

    thanks,

    Dave M.
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  2. BT

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    #2 BT, Jan 11, 2008
    I don't really like looking through binoculars. If I am too far to really see what is going on, I would just socialize. They do look cool.
    BT
     
  3. leonard360

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    #3 leonard360, Jan 11, 2008
    I was in the optics business for 20 years with one of the leading companies and do know something about optics. Does it say where they were made? If China they can be good but sometimes not consistent. Also for that price none of the features are outstanding except the Ferrari affiliation so each individual would have to judge how much that is worth. Without knowing where they were made it is difficult to judge the value.
     
  4. targanero

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    #4 targanero, Jan 11, 2008
    At least this item is somewhat auto-racing-related. They look cool - although certainly overpriced.
    Red paint and scuderia shields makes every product better;-) From segways to $3k compact home-entertainment systems.
    Has Ferrari gotten into the bottled water biz yet?
     
  5. dm_n_stuff

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    #5 dm_n_stuff, Jan 11, 2008
    About William Optics
    A well-known name in amateur astronomy and terrestrial optics, William Optics, headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, has a decade-long experience in high-quality telescopes, binoculars, spotting scopes and other astronomical accessories and equipment. Its brand products are available through a worldwide network of more than 70 specialist distributors in 35 countries. Its motto is "Crafting the world's finest astronomical instruments".
    For more information please visit
    www.williamopticsracing.com and
    www.williamoptics.com

    http://www.williamoptics.com/news/WILLIAM%20OPTICS%20AND%20FERRARI%20SIGN%20LICENSING%20AGREEMENT.pdf link to company info


    It doesn't really say where they are manufactured, does it? I'll send an additional email to the Mfg. rep.

    A little digging ads some info.

    "With more than 70 Authorized WO Dealers in 35 countries, and a production base in the most advanced countries for optical and mechanical technologies (USA, Germany, Japan, Russia, Taiwan), we can guarantee a prompt customer service and prices no other high-quality brand can afford. "




    Dave M
     
  6. GatorFL

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    #6 GatorFL, Jan 11, 2008
    They look cool, unfortunately I have a couple pairs of binoculars already and I never use them as it is.

    I think this should be in the "Collectibles" forum and not the general Ferrari forum.
     
  7. dm_n_stuff

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    #7 dm_n_stuff, Jan 11, 2008
    Just got some additional info.

    Ship from Taiwan, so I'm going to assume MADE IN TAIWAN. Might not be a totally safe assumption, but what else do we have to go on?

    I can get these inexpensively enough to discount them to $149.00 each, FOB Aston, PA I will have to order a full case (15 sets) in order to offer this price.

    So, let me adjust the poll, and ask, is $149 low enough to get you to buy these?

    Please re-vote if you have an interest, or send me a pm.

    thanks,

    Dave
     
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    #8 964RS, Jan 11, 2008
    Considering I paid $1,800 for my current pair, I doubt that these would be up to the task... You get what you pay for even if it has a Ferrari in the side...
     
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    #9 leonard360, Jan 12, 2008
    If I am up to date on my manufacturers I don't think there are any binocular factories left in Taiwan. I know there are a few telescope makers though. Maybe a new factory?
     
  10. Night life

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    #10 Night life, Jan 12, 2008
    Kind of cool hard to look threw doing 160 mph. lol
     
  11. dm_n_stuff

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    #11 dm_n_stuff, Jan 12, 2008
    These folks make telescopes too. Including a couple Ferrari styles.

    Maybe just a new product from an existing factory?

    Dave
     

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