Got this for EDC (it's German)

[ml1209]

It is a Minox monocular. Minox is a German optics company specializing in miniature cameras going back to WWII. They were bought by Leica at one time, but I think the ownership has since changed back to solely Minox.

It is a monocular in 8 X 16, and it has awesome glass (very sharp and clear), plus it is very sturdy being housed in an all-metal case. It is also very small.

Here is a pic.

 

[Esav Benyamin]

Nice optics. I had a Nikon 6x16 in plastic but I finally beat it to death. I've been thinking of getting the Minox 8x16. I understand the neck cord can be removed. Can it be replaced with new cord if it wears out or is it fixed to the pins?

 

[dizos]

I wonder how the display works on the Altitude model. Getting altitude, temperature, time and a stop watch could prove handy in the field. I never liked those wrist units but wouldn't mind having that added functionality with the optic. I've been carrying the Zeiss Miniquik and found that I really like have an EDC monocular but the 5x isn't enough.

 

[ml1209]

Nice optics. I had a Nikon 6x16 in plastic but I finally beat it to death. I've been thinking of getting the Minox 8x16. I understand the neck cord can be removed. Can it be replaced with new cord if it wears out or is it fixed to the pins?

I don't know if it can be replaced. I would think so, but it's not intuitive.