Sure it may very well be true, I simply felt compelled to mention my concerns
with the blind enthusiasm that sometimes is bestowed upon these super-bargain
offerings, just because they emphasize the term APO, it is a "catch phrase"
now.

I think both Jan and I made an effort to point out that we were discussing the
"potential" of the ED-100, what it could be, given that no one has seen one
yet.

I think that true quality oriented companies such as AP and TAK don't deserve
to be thrown out with the bathwater in the process, if you know what I mean.

It is interesting to note that both Roland Christen and Valery D. has said that
they believe that the ED-80 is a "true APO."

So since the ED-100 seems to have been designed to maintain the same level of
color correction as the ED-80, it seems indeed possible, even probable, that
this scope to can be considered a "true APO."

And while mechanically it is not going to be up to the standards of the
companies you mention, it just might serve many folks amazingly well.

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And while you guys Rat and Jan are squaring off for the duel, I would like to
get in on the action. While my weapon of choice might be a tad bit slow on the
draw, it does pack some real punch....

http://www-ceam.ucsd.edu/CeamFacilities/sld005.htm

Best wishes and clear skies

jon