Great product - Swarovski Straight Spotting Scope Body 65mm STM-65HD with Zoom Eyepieces 86719, 86718 or 49718

This is my 3rd Swarovski product. I can see .264 cal holes on white paper at 500 yards on a clear day. For comparison purposes; my last spotting scope was a cheap Barska and I could see .22 cal holes on white paper at 200 yards. I could never see any holes on the target at 500 yards. The Swarovski spotting scope has great eye relief and a smooth focus ring. I comes with lens caps but no case. I'm not convinced the HD is worth the extra $300-400. My Swarovski Bino and Rifle scopes aren't HD and they seem just as clear and bright. Try to demo and compare HD vs Non-Hd before you spend the extra $.
Pros: Outstanding quality, clarity and brightness
Cons: Pricey

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