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Old Monday 25th January 2010, 15:35   #1
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10x42s help please.

I'm a wildlife photographer needing binoculars for general viewing, I've managed to get down to three binoculars that fit in my budget, the Hawke Frontier EDs, the Vortex Vipers and the Opticron Imagic BGAs.

Anyone any views or advice on these three please? There is not a world of difference in the UK prices.

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Old Monday 25th January 2010, 17:11   #2
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The Hawke will be the best optics. If you plan to use them 20 years, Opticron warranty is the best, reliable, deal.
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from my use of the ED glass on this side of the pond, I would pick Hawke too.
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I am forbidden to include a link but there is a brand new pair (Hawke's) on e-bay for £230
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Thanks for the help guys.
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I am forbidden to include a link but there is a brand new pair (Hawke's) on e-bay for £230
He's now put them down to £199 buy it now with free delivery. An absolute steal.
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