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    Would you consider 6x ?

    I noticed something that hasn't been touched on in this segment: the 6x binox have A LOT less shake. I notice this every time I pick up my 8x bins, where the added shake caused by the increased magnification can become outright annoying. With the 6x, I can hold them quite still. They are...
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    Would you consider 6x ?

    I own the 6x32 Katmai binox. They are really quite nice in terms of brightness. Detail is a bit lacking due to the low power, but they are wonderful to hold and use. I've always used 8x, but now find myself enjoying the 6x more. Part of this is because I bird in the thick and dark...
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    Vortex Razor

    Razors Hi MELANERPES, I just returned the Razors. Although they were optically wonderful, they just weren't comfortable. I don't think the set I had were broken in any way, as there seemed to be consistent reviews about the focus knob. In a few months I think I'll check out the Razors...
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    Vortex Stokes 8X42 DLS

    Stokes DLS I checked out this model at the store today. I didn't buy them (because I didn't have any money with me) but I think I might. They are really wonderful binoculars, and not just "for the price" wonderful. For starters, I put them up against Swarovski EL 8.5x42's. Side by side, in...
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    Vortex Razor

    Vortex Razor 8x42 I just got a set of these--they are great to look through. The image is quite bright and very sharp. BIG problem with the focus knob, though. :eek!: It's really tough to turn. My fingers actually hurt after using these which is unlike any bins I've ever used that are...
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