Casey, WOW, you are right and Good to hear back from you again. All the best wishes in your future planning. And you should let Cheri know that there are places you can golf that you can't drive (as in a golf cart) to to play golf.
As to the current issue, the number you are looking for is on the underside, front, between the forward edge of the battery compartment, on that same flat, and there is a CE stamp towards the front and a "Made in Japan" printed stamp next to the stamped or engraved 6 digit number. It is not real easy to see or read the number. Hope yours is in the same place.
And as to whether I would recommend the Fuji, a big yes. I have used them for hours, mostly watching wildlife, but I do use them for navigation and identification purposes too. I never did get filters for them. Tried some moderate grade 48mm UV's (still thinking it is a good way for protection) but didn't like the way they fit. Didn't get to try Joe's star view with the filters, but the binocs are worth the $$$ and they do stay in the Pelican case when not around my neck.
Harvey
SleepyC :moon
As to the current issue, the number you are looking for is on the underside, front, between the forward edge of the battery compartment, on that same flat, and there is a CE stamp towards the front and a "Made in Japan" printed stamp next to the stamped or engraved 6 digit number. It is not real easy to see or read the number. Hope yours is in the same place.
And as to whether I would recommend the Fuji, a big yes. I have used them for hours, mostly watching wildlife, but I do use them for navigation and identification purposes too. I never did get filters for them. Tried some moderate grade 48mm UV's (still thinking it is a good way for protection) but didn't like the way they fit. Didn't get to try Joe's star view with the filters, but the binocs are worth the $$$ and they do stay in the Pelican case when not around my neck.
Harvey
SleepyC :moon