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    Choosing 8x32 vs 7x42 vs 8x25

    My collection of binoculars has evolved over the years, I prefer 10x magnification but, in terms of everyday usability, my 2 favourites are Leica Ultravid 10x42 and Zeiss Victory 10x32 FL (both bought second hand) the Zeiss were a revelation, I was looking to replace a pair of Vortex Diamondback...
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    Screw up eyecups

    Might seem an odd question, but method in my madness, trust me, how many people use their bins with the eyecups fully, or almost fully, extended? Asking both from your own preference and from your observations of others. Thanks
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    UVHD+ 7x42 Eyecups a Little Short

    Hi I have the Leica winged eyecups, I like them because they block the ambient light (the reason that I bought them) but they are a little bit longer than the standard fit.
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    Avian Optics

    Hi all, does anyone know who manufactures the binoculars marketed in the UK as, "Avian Optics"? I have seen them being sold by Ace Optics of Bath, just wondered if they are a generic Chinese glass that is marketed with various retailers "own brand" or a standalone brand. TIA
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    Winged eyecups and rain guard for Nikon HG 10x32

    Hi I recently acquired a pair of HGs and am very pleased with them, only real negative is the plastic rain guard which is so loose that it falls off. I like winged eye cups and have them fitted to Leica Ultravid 10x42 and Swift Audubon 8.5x44. I tried the Leica eyecups on the Nikons and they...
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    Compact camera for Macro.

    I bought a TG6 for diving, the waterproofing of the camera gives a bit of confidence in case of a leaking housing and the macro performance is very pleasing. when I received the camera I visited Batemans, home of Rudyard Kipling and took some macro shots of insects and plants. As a compact with...
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    Bushnell problem

    Thanks for that info, I do have the case, but no spares.👍
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    Bushnell problem

    Hi all, I am having a clear out of binoculars, one pair, Bushnell Excursion 10 x 32, are currently “windowsill” binoculars, they have a fault in that one of the quick-release neckstrap fittings is broken. I have been trying, without much luck, to obtain a replacement part. I have a number of...
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    Items for "discovery box"

    Thank you Chris, that is a great (and inexpensive) idea and reminded me that I saw a family catching crabs at a local riverside park this summer so a transparent bucket, handling and weight will be going in the box, the park is a good site for the traditional Xmas afternoon walk and a great...
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    Items for "discovery box"

    Hi all, I am putting together a "discovery box" to be given at Xmas for the use of 3 kids, girls aged 7 and 8 and a boy of 10. The idea is to give them some items that will be fun and help them enjoy nature etc. The first two items are already sorted, a pair of Bausch and Lomb compact porro...
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    winged eyecups for 10x42 Ultravid

    Eyecups sorted I have obtained a set of eyecups from South West Optics, very helpful, they tried them for size for me, and delivered very promptly. Leica make two types, one for Noctivid, one for Geovid. The Noctivid variety includes a replacement rainguard which is shallower than the standard...
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    winged eyecups for 10x42 Ultravid

    Thanks very much for the reply, I have ordered a pair of winged eyecups marketed by Leica which come with a rain guard to replace the original. Looking forward to checking them out.
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    winged eyecups for 10x42 Ultravid

    Hi all, first a thank you to those who have given very useful advice that helped guide me to buying a pair of used Ultravids. I bid for a pair on eBay and watched as the price went crazy, then, a couple of days later made an offer for a pair from Wex Photographic, which was accepted and was more...
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    Essential Binoculars

    My 3 year old granddaughter was showing some interest in the Bushnell glasses that live on our kitchen windowsill, so I bought her a pair of her own. Marketed in the U.K. By Bresser, they are light, easy to focus and cost just over £20. She immediately began to refer to them as "my essential...
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    Close view of buzzard

    I was very fortunate recently, I drive a 12 tonne Mercedes Unimog at work, which has a tall cab and very large windscreen. I was driving slowly down a narrow lane with high banks and hedges on each side. A Buzzard flew through a gap in the hedge and continued to fly directly in front of the...
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