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    Impact of TSN-EX16 on FOV?

    I wonder what the FOV would be with the eyepiece at 25x plus the 1.6 extender, so the magnification of the combined setup is 40x?
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    Benro vs Manfrotto stability comparison

    Sorry. Late to the discussion. I use a Benro Mach 3 TMA 37c tripod for my Kowa 883. I use a Gitzo head. Very stable. Seems far more stable than the Manfrotto 055 that my friend uses with his Swaro 80mm scope. The tripod is certianly made in China but seems very well made and in the 3 years I...
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    TRIPOD ADVICE WANTED

    I use a Benro 37c which is a carbon fibre model. I use a Gitzo video head on it with a Kowa 883 scope. The combination is very steady and sturdy even for estuary waching. I accept that the head might be a bit heavier than is needed but I got it used for a very good price. If I had to replace the...
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    Kowa TE 17W 30X eyepiece V baader hyperion mk4

    See this thread I am not a Kowa 823 user and I can't help you with which would give you the widest FOV but the use of the Hyperion Mk4 seems to be well covered by Mayoayo in this thread.
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    Spotting scope opinions please

    What is the warranty on the used? Have you tried either the Zeiss or the Swaro - although both have 80mm ish objective lens, I think they focus differntly. Certainly when I tried a Zeiss it had a double speed (single knob) focus mechanism on the top of the scope as compared to a single barrell...
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    Downloading open streetmap data to garmin GPS devices

    Talkytoaster does a trial/free download of the Isle of Wight at 1:25000 so you can see how the mapping looks on screen. A big difference between the Ordnance Survey and the Talkytoaster maps is that the OS map is essentially a photograph of the paper map and as you zoom there comes a point when...
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    Downloading open streetmap data to garmin GPS devices

    I have used Talkytoaster maps on my garmin device. These are not free but have a modest price and are very good. Although Talkytoaster is UK based, his maps (which are based on open-source mapping) are available for most of the world and are updated frequently. The support available from...
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    Walking boots

    Sorry to be late to the party. I go with the advice to visit a proper outdoor shop with trained staff who know about boot fitting. I prefer not to use a proprietary membrane in my boots - they never last long, take an age to dry out when the inside of the boot gets wet (when not if) and they...
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    What tripod for Opticron MM4 60 Travelscope

    Sorry for the late reply - I have been away from home with no e-mail. I use a Gitzo G2380 head which I got for a very good price used from Wex. The head is heavy and but for the very good price I probably wouldn't have bought it. But the head is very well made and in excellent condition and...
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    What tripod for Opticron MM4 60 Travelscope

    I use a Benro TMA37c which is a 3 section carbon fibre tripod and that appears very similar to the "Wild"series save that it is black and doesn't come with a head. I am about the same height as the OP. I rarely need the centre column raised.
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    How to carry heavy binoculars in the field and on long hikes

    I use a RY Ultra Harness with my 8x42 bins. The cords are made of a slightly elastic mterial not wire and do not cut into me at all. The toggle thing sits at the bottom of the neck not the back. I am sure a similar arrangement of cords could be made DIY but the RY version has quick-release...
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    Tripod and head for slight female birder

    You could try Ace Optics (Bristol) or The Birders Store in Worcester or some of the reputable dealers who have excellent returns policies such as Cley Spy or Focus Optics or Uttings but sending stuff back could prove a bit costly in postage. I bought my tripod from Harrison cameras in Sheffield...
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    10x42 v 10x32 advice for a newbie.

    If weight really is an issue get a Rick Young Ultralight harness from somewhere like The Birder's Store - makes all the difference.
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    10x42 v 10x32 advice for a newbie.

    I support the view of speaking to a good optics shop and seeing what they have. Don't rule out used from a reputable supplier. In fact, if you are "pretty set" on a 10x 42, have a chat with In-Focus about these
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    Benro Wild 1/2 Carbon Fibre Birding Kit - spec help/info please

    Thanks. I hope the kit 1 provides all you need from it. The Benro stuff I have seen seems well made and robust.
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