After much research and agonising, I've now bitten the bullet and ordered a spotting scope. It's a second-hand purchase from eBay, and it should arrive in the next few days.
It's an ED IIIa, with the 30x MC WF eyepiece. It represents a massive saving over a new scope, particularly one from the 'Big Three'. As a spectacles wearer, I'm also hoping that the 30x fixed eyepiece will have lots of eye relief.
It comes with a Velbon tripod, but I'm not sure what model/type, as my knowledge of tripods is very limited. As a user of hides, would a separate hide clamp be a good purchase?
Any wisdom/tips/advice/observations greatly appreciated!
Cheers
John B
It's an ED IIIa, with the 30x MC WF eyepiece. It represents a massive saving over a new scope, particularly one from the 'Big Three'. As a spectacles wearer, I'm also hoping that the 30x fixed eyepiece will have lots of eye relief.
It comes with a Velbon tripod, but I'm not sure what model/type, as my knowledge of tripods is very limited. As a user of hides, would a separate hide clamp be a good purchase?
Any wisdom/tips/advice/observations greatly appreciated!
Cheers
John B