ZEN-RAY - Zen ED3 10x43 with Dielectric Prism Coating

[bobcat]

I think I've decided to go with the Vortex 10x42 Viper HD. I can get it for about the same price as the ED3 and I think the Vortex warranty is better. Plus they're made in Japan. I try to avoid Chinese made products as much as possible.

[JackOfAllTrades]

What's the difference between the Vortex and ZenRay warranty?
 
I recently sent in a four year old pair of ZenRay's (My son's) for repair. $25 for the shipping and handling. Very smooth transaction. I emailed them. They gave me an RMA number. I put a note with the RMA, our return shipping address and a check for $25 in the box.  A few weeks later a new/refurbished, (I can't tell) pair showed up at the house. That's pretty good customer service in my book.
 
Yes, they are a tad heavy.
 
-Steve

[X-Force]

I think I've decided to go with the Vortex 10x42 Viper HD. I can get it for about the same price as the ED3 and I think the Vortex warranty is better. Plus they're made in Japan. I try to avoid Chinese made products as much as possible.

I believe the vipers are made in the Philippines. not that it matters...

[bobcat]

Thanks I didn't realize that. Oh well, it's still not China.