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Recent content by David N

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    Eye cup troubles

    Hello. You say you have had this problem since 2020 when you purchased them, do you think it has become worse over time? You are correct eye relief is unique to each person, it could be that you haven’t found the correct position that works for you. It could also be that you need to have an...
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    Would you buy a used Victory SF with these marks?

    Personally, I would not purchase them.
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    Zeiss Conquest HD 8x32 bargain.

    Thank you PatR. Unfortunately they have sold out HD 8x32. David
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    Zeiss FL issue...and are they still repairable?

    Laurence. This is the dealer that handles binoculars on behalf of Zeiss. They have a presence in Perth, which I believe is a warehouse. 1 - C.R. Kennedy & Company Pty Ltd. Photo lenses, cameras and accessories 663 Chapel Street 3141 South Yarra Victoria Australia Directions...
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    SFL 8x40 or 10x40?

    Hello and welcome. This link should provide you further information. https://www.birdforum.net/threads/brief-reviews-about-zeiss-victory-sfl-8-10-x40.451851/ Regards David
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    UK binocular deals, special offers and bargains

    Thank you for the post. These were, on my too buy list;)
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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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