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rogn
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I really like the Zeis pads for spot cleaning, but ALWAYS remember to blow and whisk away any dust or grit. You can do untold damage grinding some debris into the lens. Always use lite strokes. For a thorough cleaning I really prefer to use lens cleaning fluid and lens paper(all harder to find). Careful lite circular strokes with a final lens paper will give you a flawless streak free lens..........if I can just keep from sticking a finger on one in the first 10 minutes.
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Hahaha.... I too use and have used Zeiss Wipes for several years on all my scopes. I like the fact that I can keep them in my Eagle Stock Pack, (shameless plug), when I'm out in the field. |
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300S&W
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Does it matter. ;) |
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300S&W
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Why don't you taste it and see???
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rustic
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[QUOTE=300S&W] It does contain a cleaner but I wonder even though they say it dries crystal clear and they tell you how to apply it to surfaces such as scopes if the protecting film it leaves affects the quality of the image any. From their site: <ER id=main_er =clearfix> [/COLOR"><NAV id=top-menu =menu-nav-container> <P id=menu-item-1126 ="menu-item menu-item--custom menu-item--custom menu-item-home menu-item-1126"> <AV></ER><!-- end #main_er --> <DIV id=> <H1 id=page-title>About</H1> <DIV ="single_container et_shadow"> <DIV =single_> <DIV ="entry post clearfix"> Don’t allow fogged up eyewear and protective eyewear to stop you from doing the things you want or need to do! Use Parker’s Anti-Fog solution, to win the battle against external lens fogging, in cold, or hot humid conditions. Parker’s is the longest lasting anti-fog spray, or dropper, solution on the market to date! For eyewear Parker’s recommends a daily anti fog application. <SPAN style="TEXT-DECORATION: underline">Even though it last much longer!</SPAN> Parker’s does contain a cleaner, Helping to remove facial oil, hair spray, make up, and sweat, but first and foremost it was designed to help prevent lenses from fogging! Parker’s anti fog solution also leaves a protective film on the lens that helps reduce static, helps prevent scratches, and makes cleaning easier! Parker’s anti fog and cleaning solution has no lingering odor, no harsh chemicals, no abrasive ingredients, and it’s “Silicone Free”! All these features help Parker’s to be very environmentally friendly. And, make Parker’s the choice for companies big, or small, concerned about safety, liability, OSHA, and ergonomics. Parker’s “Dropper Bottle” anti fog and cleaning solution was designed for optics, and should be used on them; Scopes, Binoculars, Camera Lenses, etc… (This is to control the application on fine optical equipment, which can be applied in the correct amount suited to the lens size, evenly spread to coat the lens surface with a film, then lightly wiped, or left to air dry, depending on preference.) But, the dropper can also be used on other applications as well; such as eyeglasses, sunglasses, goggles, safety glasses, etc… Parker’s anti-fog cleaner is very diverse in application; the dropper is spectacular on scopes, binoculars, camera lenses, telescopes, etc…For working photographers; Parker’s cuts acclamation time on photographic equipment. The spray is recommended for manufacturing; protective eyewears, goggles, face shields, respirators, welding hoods, etc… Pressure washing, sand blasting, chipping, grinding, spraying, etc … On computer screens, lasting weeks, even in some of the harshest environments such as: casting, fabrication, assembly, finishing, maintenance, etc… Parker’s is a must for “HAZMAT” suits! For medical, dental, police, military, fire fighting, etc For all sports; hunting, shooting, fishing, paint ball, boating, racing, skiing, snow-mobiling, hockey, scuba diving, etc… On interior windows and mirrors (Lasting 3-4 weeks); hotels, cruse ships, automobiles, trucks, boats, planes, etc… Really, there are so many uses and applications, it would be impossible to list them all! Manufactured by: Par Bur Labs Inc. Made in the USA
<H2 align=center>“At last, something that really works!”</H2> More about Parker’s Anti-Fog Solution & Lens Cleaner |
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300S&W
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It does contain a cleaner but I wonder even though they say it dries crystal clear and they tell you how to apply it to surfaces such as scopes if the protecting film it leaves affects the quality of the image any.
From their site: AboutDon’t allow fogged up eyewear and protective eyewear to stop you from doing the things you want or need to do! Use Parker’s Anti-Fog solution, to win the battle against external lens fogging, in cold, or hot humid conditions. Parker’s is the longest lasting anti-fog spray, or dropper, solution on the market to date! For eyewear Parker’s recommends a daily anti fog application. Even though it last much longer! Parker’s does contain a cleaner, Helping to remove facial oil, hair spray, make up, and sweat, but first and foremost it was designed to help prevent lenses from fogging! Parker’s anti fog solution also leaves a protective film on the lens that helps reduce static, helps prevent scratches, and makes cleaning easier! Parker’s anti fog and cleaning solution has no lingering odor, no harsh chemicals, no abrasive ingredients, and it’s “Silicone Free”! All these features help Parker’s to be very environmentally friendly. And, make Parker’s the choice for companies big, or small, concerned about safety, liability, OSHA, and ergonomics. Parker’s “Dropper Bottle” anti fog and cleaning solution was designed for optics, and should be used on them; Scopes, Binoculars, Camera Lenses, etc… (This is to control the application on fine optical equipment, which can be applied in the correct amount suited to the lens size, evenly spread to coat the lens surface with a film, then lightly wiped, or left to air dry, depending on preference.) But, the dropper can also be used on other applications as well; such as eyeglasses, sunglasses, goggles, safety glasses, etc… Parker’s anti-fog cleaner is very diverse in application; the dropper is spectacular on scopes, binoculars, camera lenses, telescopes, etc…For working photographers; Parker’s cuts acclamation time on photographic equipment. The spray is recommended for manufacturing; protective eyewears, goggles, face shields, respirators, welding hoods, etc… Pressure washing, sand blasting, chipping, grinding, spraying, etc … On computer screens, lasting weeks, even in some of the harshest environments such as: casting, fabrication, assembly, finishing, maintenance, etc… Parker’s is a must for “HAZMAT” suits! For medical, dental, police, military, fire fighting, etc For all sports; hunting, shooting, fishing, paint ball, boating, racing, skiing, snow-mobiling, hockey, scuba diving, etc… On interior windows and mirrors (Lasting 3-4 weeks); hotels, cruse ships, automobiles, trucks, boats, planes, etc… Really, there are so many uses and applications, it would be impossible to list them all! Manufactured by: Par Bur Labs Inc. Made in the USA
“At last, something that really works!”More about Parker’s Anti-Fog Solution & Lens Cleaner |
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JGRaider
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Like most of the well informed, I tend to keep it simple......Zeiss lens wipes and/or Zeiss lens spray cleaner. Parker's Perfect helps eliminate fog on the outside of your lenses. I don'd consider it a cleaner.
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triple play
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Not a lot of discussion about Parker's Perfect. Any expert comments or just informational comments?? I have used both Zeiss spray and wipes for years-still gonna fog up in the field. I have some Parker's that I thought might help with that-I use it for a shower shaving mirror. Gonna give the guns and scopes a preseason check-up soon and wondered about the Parker's. Not a whole lot of info. in the search history either.
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Kickboxer
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Exactly what I do...
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rustic
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Some coatings can take it some can't. ;)
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Rancid Coolaid
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I should like to wager on that answer. I bet he uses some product, explicitly designed and sold for the purpose of cleaning coated lenses, and a product that optics companies known for good glass recommend. If anyone is wondering, I prefer the Zeiss moistened optics lense papers, preceeded by a bulb brush. If out of the wipes, i use alcohol and lense paper. If that isn't around, i leave the lenses dirty as hell till i can clean them properly. I have no streaks, no damaged lenses or coatings, and no damaged seals. But maybe that's just me. |
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300S&W
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Get in out of the heat,Bd!!!!!!!!!
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Bigdaddy0381
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while sitting in the stand I use Peanut butter. I apply a light heavy coat and swirl in circles for about 5 minutes. I then wipe if off with a slice of white bread (wheat doesn't work as well). This not only cleans my glass but also polishes to a nice and bright finish. Doing this I get 10 1/2 to 12 3/8 percent better light transmittance. If the glass is extra dirty I use chunky Peanut butter and wipe it off with non buttered toast ( I hate getting butter on my glass) it will dissolve the special UV coatings that gather light. This also make for a pretty good snack if your glass is clean while in the stand. Please do not try this. Is has taken me many many years to prefect this method of cleaning. If you do want to try this start with a cheap Leupold scope or bino's with a larger objective. The larger objective will allow you to get the swirling technique correct before you use it on a nice scope like a BSA or something of that line.
It really all boils down to " use what you want to use". Just remember to keep us posted on the customer service. |
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'nough said!!! |
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I had been using Windex for over 50 years on my scopes that I have had, from time to time. I never ruined one, but anything is possible. If Windex will ruin a scope lens; it can't be a very resilient coating, that's on it. Also I can see where a lot of scrubbing on a lens that has some small grit there can screw it up too. I can count on one hand how many scopes i have had. |
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