Steiner Field Glasses??

[Charlie]

Not sure if this should be in the Optics sub-forum or in the Gear & Accessories sub-forum but I’ll start with it here. I recently acquired some binoculars made by Steiner (which appears to be a very good manufacturer from what I can find). I don’t have the case or any paperwork on them but inscribed on them is “Military – Marine”, 7 x 35 WW, and Made in West Germany. That’s basically all the information I have. I’ve done some basic research on the internet but I’m not really getting a feel for their value. You can tell they are used but all functions appear to be working great. I’m not sure if I want to keep them or sell/trade them. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Pictures will be here soon. Thanks for any help.

 

[PhulesAu]

I don't own any, because I couldn't afford that quality. From the people I know that own them, you have to really work at damaging them.

 

[Charlie]

Thanks for the reply. They look like you could drop them out of an airplane and not hurt them. Once I get an approximate value of their worth, I'm gonna' put them up for sale.

 

[Moonpie]

Back in the late 80's I researched high end binocs as I wanted a quality set.
Stiener's were one of the better quality units available.
They retailed then for about $400.
Great glass but a bit heavy for the magnification. I seriously considered them but went with another brand due to their weight.
They will serve you long and well.

 

[baboon]

I had a pair of Steiner Commanders (Like the Military & Marine but 50X) like those issued @ one tine to NATO tank commanders. They ended up fogging on me. I contacted Steiner about fixing them & found out they were basically disposable due to the way they are built. IIRC the are plastic & molded around the lens vs assembled around a metal body.

When I bought them they claimed they had a lifetime warranty like Swarovski or Zeiss. They ended up giving me a pair of their Predators after much bitching. I'm not impressed with their product. Was down right pissed when I seen they bought out Laser Devices.

 

[Charlie]

Thanks for all the info.