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Recent content by Jaeger70
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Removing eyecup from 20x-60x eyepiece
All, I had a bit of a scare recently, as my Diascope hit the ground due to high winds (and carelessness on my part). Amazingly, it appears fine optically and cosmetically, with only a few barely noticeable scratches on the eyecup. By the way, I have the Zeiss neoprene case on the scope, so I... -
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Tilley Hats.. Comments please
I have a friend who espouses their functionality, but from a 'fashion' standpoint they scream 'yuppie' and 'poseur.' Of course, there are many folks who sport Tilleys that are accomplished birders, my friend being a case-in-point. Beauty - or in this case style - is in the eye of the beholder.- Jaeger70
- Post #166
- Forum: Outdoor Clothing
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Nikon SE 8x32 vs. Zeiss Victory FL 7x42 T* ???
I wish to echo FrankD's sentiments regarding the Zeiss 7x42FL. I have had the good fortune to own a number of high-end optics over the last 10-15 years, including Swarovski SLC, Leica Trinovid and Ultravid, Nikon Venturer and Bushnell Elite. I have also had brief experience with friends'... -
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top 5 bins. every one please vote.
This is very tough, as all are impressive optics. Note that I have limited experience with the Nikon EDG; however, I was impressed with the sharp and contrasty view they provided (especially to the edge of the field), as well as the solid build quality. My choices, of course, are very...- Jaeger70
- Post #102
- Forum: Binoculars
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8x42 FL is here
Congratulations on your acquisition of a truly fine optic. I have a pre-Lotutec 7x42FL and an 8x32FL; both were purchased on the used market, so I saved mucho dinero. When I take a gander at what these optics command brand-spanking new, I realize how fortunate I am to own these at the price I... -
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Zen ED2 7X36 available on ZEN Ray for pre order
Open-bridge? All, Am I safe in assuming the Zen/Atlas 7x36 will be an open-bridge design? -
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Atlas Intrepid ED
Steve, I just read your post about the Zen Ray 7x36. Looks like I'm going to need another stint in optics addiction rehab... -
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Atlas Intrepid ED
Steve, I guess I'm so out of the loop as to be embarrassing! Well, I have read a number of posts about the Zen-Rays and how good they truly are. However, I was unaware of the Zen-Ray ED II! Dielectric coatings, eh? Now Zen-Ray (or Atlas or whomever) should jump into the 8x30/32 and/or... -
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Atlas Intrepid ED
Fyi Eagle Optics has announced the Atlas Intrepid ED, a Chinese made optic that looks like a re-badged Zen-Ray ED. Although I'm not in the market for any new optics (I've successfully completed an optics addiction program), I would love to see what all the fanfare is about with the Zen-Rays... -
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MY VORTEX VIPER 6x32 HAS ARRIVED
Vortex Viper musings... I was thoroughly impressed by an 8x42 Viper I viewed recently. Bright, sharp, with no noticeable chromatic aberration. And for approximately $500 U.S.! I was unable to compare it to my 7x42 Zeiss FL, but I was wowed by the performance nevertheless; the Viper seems to... -
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Are Zen Rays 8x43 ED's really that good?
If all the superlative comments about the Zen-Ray 8x43ED are indeed true, the implications for European, and to a lesser, degree Japanese manufacturers are serious. One of the arguments I hear about the benefits of purchasing from high-end and well known manufacturers is that if the product... -
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Are Zen Rays 8x43 ED's really that good?
Steve, I queried '8x32 Viper' and quickly found your thread. If you have anything to add about the Viper, I would appreciate it if you would do so (in your Viper thread of course). -
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Are Zen Rays 8x43 ED's really that good?
Thank you for the quick responses to my inquiry. Your comments and insight are appreciated. I hadn't realized that Vortex released an 8x32 Viper. I went to the Eagle Optics website to check their specs and I'm impressed to say the least. Steve C, it sounds as if you're pleased with your... -
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Are Zen Rays 8x43 ED's really that good?
I'm in the market for a second binocular as a backup to my coveted 7x42FL. I would prefer an 8x32 configuration, but an 8x42 might fit the bill, so long as it's reasonably light and compact. That said, what are the approximate dimensions of the Zen-Ray 8x42 ED? I cannot locate this... -
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Nikon ED82A and eyeglasses
Gary, I'm an eyeglass wearer who owned a Nikon 82 ED for several years. Despite being a very good optical instrument, I decided to sell it to fund the purchase of a Zeiss 85mm. Why? I grew tired of the overall performance of the 25x-75x zoom eyepiece. It is much smaller and less...