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    Curio 7x21 vs. CL 8x25 pocket

    For me the decision, it must fit into a jeans pocket (Levi 501’s) I wear glasses so the ability to use them with them for scanning is important. I have the Curio’s, I did try all the pocket binoculars, Zeiss, Leica. But the Curios are perfect for me. In fact my wife liked them so much I bought...
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    Brief comparison between Swarovski AX Visio 10x32 vs EL 10x32 Swarovision

    jackjack: 매우 감사합니다 Nothing to be sorry about, I follow your postings and enjoy them very much. Keep up the excellent posts. David
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    Mono pod suggestions for a Swarovski 8x56

    Thank you. RRS is not available in UK ( I haven’t found a dealer) your right they are costly. I will be looking for something that is more wallet friendly, to make sure it works for me. David
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    Mono pod suggestions for a Swarovski 8x56

    My experience is that they are the most comfortable and repeatable eye placement I have ever had. My glasses are the first things on in the morning and last off at night. When I see something that peaks my interest. I put up my binoculars to get a clearer view. If that then turns into...
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    Mono pod suggestions for a Swarovski 8x56

    tenex. I was not aware of a “finnstick” thank you. Having searched about them, they could be juts the thing I looking for Light, relatively small and practical. The 8x56 are not excessively cumbersome or weighty. I’m practicing various hold positions. However if I see a subject I wish to...
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    Mono pod suggestions for a Swarovski 8x56

    Richard. Thank you for your reply. I have looked at the stud mount, I agree with you it’s expensive. however in the long term it’s an investment that I would consider. Tenex mentioned a finnstick, never heard of this. So I will investigate. David
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    Mono pod suggestions for a Swarovski 8x56

    Hello, I have only been interested in the 8x56. 8x is my preferred magnification. I wear spectacles, hence any binoculars I buy need to accommodate them. The Swarovski’s are stunning, I have only had them a few days, and the ability to observe under less than ideal light conditions is...
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    Mono pod suggestions for a Swarovski 8x56

    Hello. As the subject. I’m looking for recommendations on mono pods. For the 8x56 binoculars, I’m not sure if I need mount or a simple strap setup. My height is 1.75m, 5’9”. Thanks in advance for ideas. David
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    My First Experience Purchasing Birding Binoculars. Part 2 first anniversary

    Reading this one and the first one a year ago is a real treat for me. The penmanship together with observational skills make this one of the most satisfying reading sessions I have had in a long while. Thank you very much. David
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    Scottish Hello

    A warm welcome to you Morgan. Enjoy your time here.
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    UK binocular deals, special offers and bargains

    The 8x40 SFL arrived in Northamptonshire at 09:30hrs via Royal Mail 24 tracked from Stirling. I placed the order online yesterday at 15:21hrs:D Inside was the original box complete with its outer sleeve and all the contents that should be there, carry bag, straps (still wound up) manual and...
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    UK binocular deals, special offers and bargains

    Thank you, ordered a pair of 10x40 arriving Friday. David
  13. David N

    UK binocular deals, special offers and bargains

    Thank you mulligatawny owl. Just bagged 8x40 for £837 with the code you mentioned. Happy days 😀
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    TryZeiss suspended

    That is a shame. I have used it a number of times perfect for evaluating binoculars.
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    Comment by 'David N' in media 'Northern White-breasted Hedgehog'

    Thank you. It’s a great photograph.
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