Swarovski scope

[derry boy 2]

I've just bought a swaro scope amd took it out tonight for a quick lamp. The vision through the scope was fine for the first 20 mins then it fogged up???? I tried to clean it with tissue but could not see a thing through it so home I went and within 10 mins of being in doors in the warmth it was perfect again. So I set the scope out again just to test it and had the same result. Is this normal or has the scope got a defect. All advice wlcome

[black lab 3]

I've just bought a swaro scope amd took it out tonight for a quick lamp. The vision through the scope was fine for the first 20 mins then it fogged up???? I tried to clean it with tissue but could not see a thing through it so home I went and within 10 mins of being in doors in the warmth it was perfect again. So I set the scope out again just to test it and had the same result. Is this normal or has the scope got a defect. All advice wlcome

 

It must have a defect as i have had no problems with mine and i am out in all weather conditions, i would send it back and get a replacement.

[Guest busterdog]

It would be a defect if it was fogging up internally but it sounds like you are breathing on to you're lens and in this weather it can't be helped, try to control you're breathing so you don't breath directly on to the lenses

[derry boy 2]

It would be a defect if it was fogging up internally but it sounds like you are breathing on to you're lens and in this weather it can't be helped, try to control you're breathing so you don't breath directly on to the lenses

 

 

Thanks for advice.

 

I have bought a set of flip up scope covers so problem solved. Just release the cover when ready to shoot. Was out today but nothing around i guess i will have to keep trying.

[v-max 2]

I've just bought a swaro scope amd took it out tonight for a quick lamp. The vision through the scope was fine for the first 20 mins then it fogged up???? I tried to clean it with tissue but could not see a thing through it so home I went and within 10 mins of being in doors in the warmth it was perfect again. So I set the scope out again just to test it and had the same result. Is this normal or has the scope got a defect. All advice wlcome

Hi is the scope new??. If not it sounds like it needs to be renitrogen purged which stops internal fogging. Swarovski will normally do this free & takes them no time to do.

[AB TAC 0]

It would be a defect if it was fogging up internally but it sounds like you are breathing on to you're lens and in this weather it can't be helped, try to control you're breathing so you don't breath directly on to the lenses

 

 

Thanks for advice.

 

I have bought a set of flip up scope covers so problem solved. Just release the cover when ready to shoot. Was out today but nothing around i guess i will have to keep trying.

[AB TAC 0]

I would still send the scope back for an inspection, it may just be you breathing on the scope but it is better to be safe than sorry.

 

One thing I have found with the breathing issue is that if you add a sun shield then the front lens doesn't fog, the reason being that when you breath with the rifle in position to shoot, your breath is exhaled under the scope and tends to rise up across the front of the scope, hence the fogging.

 

It isn't perfect, but it does help to prevent the fogging issue a lot.

 

Another pointer is if you get oil or grease on a scope lens, just use one of those white erasers to remove the mark, its far easier than trying to do it with a cloth or tissue.

[derry boy 2]

I've just bought a swaro scope amd took it out tonight for a quick lamp. The vision through the scope was fine for the first 20 mins then it fogged up???? I tried to clean it with tissue but could not see a thing through it so home I went and within 10 mins of being in doors in the warmth it was perfect again. So I set the scope out again just to test it and had the same result. Is this normal or has the scope got a defect. All advice wlcome

Hi is the scope new??. If not it sounds like it needs to be renitrogen purged which stops internal fogging. Swarovski will normally do this free & takes them no time to do.

 

The scope is second hand which I bought on ebay from the US. It was a demo model. I have contacted the seller but did'nt really get any where in terms of a refund or replacement. Can you tell me where i could get the scope renitrogen purged and serviced as i plan on keeping it for a few years. I live in London so I could either post it to a dealer although I would prefer to go in person to find out if I have been screwed over.

[fireblade_rrw 20]

I've just bought a swaro scope amd took it out tonight for a quick lamp. The vision through the scope was fine for the first 20 mins then it fogged up???? I tried to clean it with tissue but could not see a thing through it so home I went and within 10 mins of being in doors in the warmth it was perfect again. So I set the scope out again just to test it and had the same result. Is this normal or has the scope got a defect. All advice wlcome

Hi is the scope new??. If not it sounds like it needs to be renitrogen purged which stops internal fogging. Swarovski will normally do this free & takes them no time to do.

 

The scope is second hand which I bought on ebay from the US. It was a demo model. I have contacted the seller but did'nt really get any where in terms of a refund or replacement. Can you tell me where i could get the scope renitrogen purged and serviced as i plan on keeping it for a few years. I live in London so I could either post it to a dealer although I would prefer to go in person to find out if I have been screwed over.

 

 

If its fogging up on outside on lens, this can happen on cold day if you breath on it for example. Flip up covers can help a bit.

 

If its inside the scope, it means the seals are buggered and the nitrogen has leaked out.

[fireblade_rrw 20]

PS - IMO they are the best scopes on the market...

[waidmann 105]

go and see any gun dealer who sells swarowski,they will take it from there. you pay alot for these scopes but the service is excellant!!! if its too much of a job they will replace it.

good luck and let us know how it works out bud.

[black lab 3]

go and see any gun dealer who sells swarowski,they will take it from there. you pay alot for these scopes but the service is excellant!!! if its too much of a job they will replace it.

good luck and let us know how it works out bud.

 

Hello, I own Swarovski 8x56 a very nice scope, i think the lifetime guarantee only applies to original owners? and you would likely have to pay for repaires, but dont quote me on that, there Tel no is 01737 856 800. Hope you get sorted out because they are very good scopes

The number above is Swarovski uk.

Edited December 30, 2009 by black lab

[sauer 2]

dont need a dealer you can send direct to swarovski ul direct and they will send to swarovski main factory in europe ...

you will then get a price mailed to you and you have to reply to say you agree before any work takes place.

 

their service is quick and not to expensive even if you do have to pay.

 

ive used it myself to have a scope re-reticuled and full service ands was £130 approx including postage

 

scope came back as new !!!!

 

 

 

sauer

[derry boy 2]

dont need a dealer you can send direct to swarovski ul direct and they will send to swarovski main factory in europe ...

you will then get a price mailed to you and you have to reply to say you agree before any work takes place.

 

their service is quick and not to expensive even if you do have to pay.

 

ive used it myself to have a scope re-reticuled and full service ands was £130 approx including postage

 

scope came back as new !!!!

 

 

 

sauer

 

Thanks for all the advice and help lads much appreciated. Will let you know how i get on with the repair

[waidmann 105]

i had a mate in germany who had a problem with a swarowski scope( and a zeiss) they were both quite old.one was sent away and repaired free of charge, the other replaced with an up to date model.

 

this bit is irrelevant but a sign of quality i think.

the same chap found a pair of binos 8x56 while staliking in scotland,lying in the heather.all green but when cleaned up in perfect workin order.they found out the guys address and he sent them to him.he was very surprised.(they had been there for over fifteen years!!!)