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  1. brocknroller

    The Cure for 8x32 SE Tunnel Vision

    Close my eyes with that tunnel vision No disguise for that tunnel vision Ooh, it still gets to me, but it's not new to me My SE’s tunnel vision used to get the best of me I’m no “Foreigner” to the issue of tunnel vision with the Nikon 8x32 SE. Even though it’s one of my favorite binoculars and...
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    Nikon 8x32 SE Chinese Clone

    I was hoping that Nikon would resurrect the discontinued 8x32 SE to celebrate its 100th Anniversary in 2017, but that never happened. Nikon did make a 100th Anniversary Edition 8x30 E2, which is both superb to look through and look at. Well done! My hopes for a new SE were dashed until I saw an...
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    Minox 7.5x44 RAPID Binoculars

    Has anyone tried these new IF binoculars from Minox? https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1508026-REG/minox_62251_7_5x44_rapid_binocular.html/overview The specs look interesting, the 7.5x44 configuration yields are large 5,8mm exit pupil, it has 20mm eye relief, and despite the having IF EPs...
  4. brocknroller

    Cabela's Guide Series 8x32 Revisted

    First, let me link to Jerry’s original thread on these binoculars to catch up anyone who missed it. It’s too old for me to reply to, so I had to start another thread to continue the story. https://www.birdforum.net/showthread.php?t=332112 Jerry generously sent me the Cabela 8x32 Guide a few...
  5. brocknroller

    Keep it simple!

    Santa has given me an assignment that I need your help with. Having finished this year’s presents, his elves are retooling for next year, and they want to prepare in case there’s another downturn. It seems that today we’re seeing more “bells & whistles” added to birding binoculars each year...
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    DIY 3-D Printer Binoculars

    Here's a company that makes 3-D Printer optics: luxexcel transparent-3d-printing I wonder if in the near-term future, we might see optics companies selling software for you to make your own binoculars on your LUXeXceL 3-D printer, or that you can send to companies such as LUXeXceL to make the...
  7. brocknroller

    Nikon Mystery Bins

    The eBay seller lists this roof as a Nikon 8x32 High Grade (HG), but this is not an 8x32 HG. It has two-toned rubber armor, 7.4* FOV rather than 7.8*,the eyecups are fold-down rubber, not twist-ups, and the focus knob is not the right shape and has no identification markings. He later calls them...
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    Future of "Bricks-and-Mortar" Optics Stores?

    Saw something on the news tonight about how songwriters and music artists are not making as much money as they used to because instead of buying CDs, more and more people are streaming songs on the Internet. Roseanne Cash said that a song she wrote got something like 100,000 streams in the first...
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    FUJINON ISRAELI ARMY military 10x42 sniper BINOCULARS

    I found this on eBay, thought it was an interesting ad (particularly the Hamas reference), and also because I never knew that Fuji made mil-spec ROOF prism military binoculars. They are known as the :king: of mil-spec Porros. What roofs Fuji does sell look like cheap re-badged Chinbin clones...
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    Eagle Optics Victory SF Honduras Trip

    Saw this in my Inbox this morning. If you wanted to try a Zeiss SF, here's your chance. The trip leaders are Ben Lizdas and Steve Ingraham. It's in February, so it would be a fine time to visit the islands. Looks like Steve received a promotion. "After 11 years with ZEISS Sports Optics, Steve...
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    Another Classic Porro Bites the Dust

    Gone and I hardly knew yee... in fact, I never even tried one. Zeiss's premium 7x50 Porro ClassiC has been around for quite a while, and someone recently posted a photo of a pair on the dashboard of his car, but Zeiss finally pulled the plug. Why did Zeiss decide to discontinue this classic...
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    Would you buy a top shelf alpha Swaro, Zeiss, Leica or Nikon "MADE IN CHINA?"

    Would you buy a top shelf alpha Swaro, Zeiss, Leica or Nikon "MADE IN CHINA?" First, to learn how this thread came about, please read this post: Volvos Made in China The basic gist is that Volvo, a premium Euro brand was sold to a Chinese company, which is thinking about changing the image...
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    Yosemite BX-1 10x30 *NEW MODEL*

    I don't see a thread with this title, so maybe it's news to some of you, it was news to me. Dick's Sporting Goods will probably carry these so I'll get to try them and post my impressions. The big draw, well, besides the price, is the FOV 6.7*/67* AFOV. If the edge sharpness is comparable to the...
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    Nikon 8x32mm Premier SE has been discontinued by the manufacturer???

    MIKE! I was planning on selling my 8x32 SE because of personal reasons, love the bin, would never sell it if I really didn't have to, but then I saw a notice on Optics Planet's website that Nikon has discontinued the SE. Now I'm wondering if I should sell everything but the kitchen sink...
  15. brocknroller

    Swarovski Optik / Eagle Optics Austria Tour

    Get to talk to the Wizards of Absam in person! This just in from EO: How would you like to combine exploring an abundance of historical sites, adding more birds to the life list, and seeing first hand how Swarovski optics are made? If you are intrigued, get in touch with Eagle Optics to be...
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    New Leicas - Let the Games Begin!

    Extree, Extree, read all about it (well, not all, not even much, just a teaser): http://www.birdforum.net/showpost.php?p=2838871&postcount=14 Okay, Lee, spill the beans, all of 'em. Either you tell us wuz up with Leica or the speculatin' will begin, and you know how that goes. Nano nano...
  17. brocknroller

    Comatic aberration: Is it an issue for birding?

    I noticed in Arek's review of the 8x42 Monarch 7 on allbinos that coma started at about 50% out. These won't be the darlings of stargazers, but I wondered if coma is an issue for birders? Arek is an astronomer, so I would guess that's why he measures this optical aberration and rates it. For...
  18. brocknroller

    Swaro Pocket Bins @ $635

    In preparation for the CL pockets, EO is unloading the older model 8x20s at $635. No doubt, we'll see sales on the older model compacts at other stores as well. Got make room on the shelves for the new generation coming next month...
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    Best bins ever made? Leitz Trinovid 8x40B

    This collector thinks so and is selling his new old stock Leitz Trinovid 8x40B for (are you sitting down or using an iPhone?, better sit for this).... ... $2,000! Apparently, it's the LAST pair of NEW 8x40B (Germany) LEITZ Trinovids in the World. Not sure if the Jaguar is included...
  20. brocknroller

    Zeiss Diafuns for sale

    Three of them @ $279.99 each. "Very Slightly Used, very little to no cosmetic damage." A chance to own the "blue shield" for the price of a Monarch 5. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Zeiss-8x30-B-MC-Diafun-Binocular-/271146811332?pt=Binocular&hash=item3f219bffc4 <B>
  21. brocknroller

    Two Thumbs Up? Zeiss HT Focuser Position

    "Deleted". Thanks, Jerry.
  22. brocknroller

    When Porros Ruled the World

    Can you spot the "lone roof" in this Zeiss Jena commercial? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2NlioT1YOCw <B>
  23. brocknroller

    Monach Madness

    Monarch Madness EO has the Monarch 3 (same body as the M7 ED) on sale for $179.95 and the Monarch 5 (same as former "III" with dielectric coatings) on sale for $229.95. http://www.eagleoptics.com/binoculars/nikon/nikon-monarch-3-8x42-binocular...
  24. brocknroller

    What FOV is considered a WIDE FOV?

    A while ago, we had a thread on EWA bins, and someone (it could have been me) asked where does WF stop and EWA begin, but here I ask where does WF begin? Is there any industry-wide standard? Doesn't seem to be since the term is bandied about rather indiscriminately by manufacturers. For...
  25. brocknroller

    Fujinon HB 12x60 Binoculars for $299.99 @ EO

    Lowest price I've seen on these bins. Tripod adapter included. http://www.eagleoptics.com/binoculars/fujinon/fujinon-hb-12x60-binocular
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