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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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    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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    Updated Bushnell Elite binoculars

    Bushnell has apparently given their Elite binocular line a bit of a facelift, as they now sport new rubber armor and click-stop eyecups. This binocular has always intrigued me, especially because I've never had an opportunity to draw one to my eyes. There isn't much in the way of information...
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    Nikon Premier 8x32LXL or Swarovski 8x30SLC NEU

    Greetings, I'd like to gather opinion regarding which glass is the better optical instrument: the Nikon 8x30LXL or the Swarovski 8x30SLC. That said, I'm leaning toward the Nikon for two reasons: 1) Longer eye relief 2) Shorter close-focus However, I've always liked the optics in the EL...
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    Zeiss FL durability

    I recently purchased a used Zeiss FL 7x42 sight unseen off of eBay for a very reasonable price (not outrageously low, just reasonable). I'll preface this thread by stating that my eBay experiences - both buying and selling - have been wonderful over approximately 6 years. Anyway, I spoke to...
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    Conquest 8x30 - First Impression

    Zeiss is once more discounting some configurations in their Conquest line, so I thought I'd purchase a pair and give 'em a go. The Conquests have gotten mixed reviews on BirdForum, so I was very curious to discover the truth for myself. As I've only had them a few hours, this can hardly be...
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    Stokes 8x42 Broadwing

    Overall, I have read very little regarding the Stokes (Vortex) line of binoculars, except that the DLS (their top-end models) have received generally favorable reviews. However, I haven't been able to find a great deal of information regarding their mid-priced Broadwing roof prisms. I recently...
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    I miss my DiaScope!

    Greetings, I owned a Zeiss DiaScope for several years and without going into detail, thought I had found 'scope nirvana.' Unfortunately, I had to sell the instrument due to an unexpected lapse in employment and associated financial strains (of course 'blowing' $1700 U.S. on the Zeiss certainly...
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    I miss my DiaScope!

    Greetings, I owned a Zeiss DiaScope for several years and without going into detail, thought I had found 'scope nirvana.' Unfortunately, I had to sell the instrument due to an unexpected lapse in employment and associated financial strains (of course 'blowing' $1700 U.S. on the Zeiss certainly...
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    First impression - Ultravid 7x42

    First off, I’d like to thank every Bird Forum member for the wealth of fascinating and insightful commentary. It is an honor to be a part of such a wonderful group…Bravo! I’d like to share my initial thoughts regarding a Leica 7x42 Ultravid that I received not more than two hours ago. Bear in...
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