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    After a drop in Canon 10x30s, some question

    Thank you very much for your contributions @Hermann and @Binastro . Thanks to you @yarrellii , there is indeed a possible link between headaches and collimation (without stabilisation problems). I've already had pain after a week of intense use this spring in Brittany, by the sea. So the same...
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    After a drop in Canon 10x30s, some question

    Thank you, @Hermann , it's always a pleasure to hear about your experiences and your thoughts on the spotting scope. As far as repairs are concerned, I've just been told (by Canon after-sales service) that the cost is about half that of the binoculars. I'm not sure about the 10x30 ISII model. I...
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    After a drop in Canon 10x30s, some question

    Thank you very much for your reply, @Binastro I'm waiting for feedback from the after-sales service to make the right choice, but I think it will be a new purchase. I'll keep you posted. And for the title of the subject: ‘some questions’. I don't know if anyone can correct it, I can't manage it.
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    After a drop in Canon 10x30s, some question

    Hello, Three weeks ago, my Canon 10x30 IS II stabilised binoculars fell over (They were in the case, but the case is too thin). At first, I felt that the focusing wheel was hard. After several hours, it became smooth and precise again, phew. Since then, I've noticed that the stabilisation...
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    • Forum: Canon
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    ATM 80 HD 25x50 interesting in 2024?

    Thank you very much @John A Roberts. Yes, I had read the first link you give (that's where I learned about manufacturing from 2009 to 2012). The second link is interesting. Stay tuned !
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    ATM 80 HD 25x50 interesting in 2024?

    I think €1,500 would be enough for a spyglass that's about 15 years old.
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    ATM 80 HD 25x50 interesting in 2024?

    Thank you very much for these two reviews, @dalat and @Boogieshrew. I have read in the meantime on this forum that the ATM was manufactured from 2009 to 2012. This corresponds to the date of arrival of the ATX. Now, I also read here (unless I'm mistaken) that the ATS has sometimes undergone...
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    ATM 80 HD 25x50 interesting in 2024?

    Hello, I am coming to you for help on the Swarovski range of spotting scopes. The current range is very clear to me (ATS / ATX). I am wondering about the ATS range. Since when has it existed? In particular, I am trying to find out if an ATM 80 HD 25x50 is as efficient as a current ATS in 25x50...
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    Better understanding the Leica range for a second-hand purchase

    Thank you very much for your reply jring. With this contribution and the previous ones, I have a much clearer idea of how to go about the purchase, with all the necessary precautions.
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    Better understanding the Leica range for a second-hand purchase

    Thank you Joachim for your post. Unlike Leica, Swarovski has not changed the mount. So it's a good idea to start with a lens that may be quite old and add a newer 25-50. For this reason, it is essential to test the riflescope before you buy it, because of the sample variation. Is an average...
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    Better understanding the Leica range for a second-hand purchase

    Thank you Rotherbirder for this opinion. It is possible that the ATS 65 HD of 2024 has progressed compared to 2004. I'm interested in feedback from those who have tested it. It is possible that the field of view of the ATS is greater with the current 25-50.
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    Better understanding the Leica range for a second-hand purchase

    Thanks for the link dwatsonbirder. This looks like a great opportunity. I have sent a price request with delivery to France. However, I'm not comfortable with a purchase without seeing and testing the instrument first. I'm also wondering whether there is a 15-day right of withdrawal, as there is...
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    Better understanding the Leica range for a second-hand purchase

    Thank you for your contributions Rotherbirder and Hermann. It seems to me that Televid 62 are rare second-hand. I've seen a few Televid 77 recently but no 62mm. If the price is around €500 to €600 for the APO 62, that seems very acceptable. From reading you, I get the impression that the APO...
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    Better understanding the Leica range for a second-hand purchase

    Thank you very much dwatsonbirder and Rotherbirder for your feedback. I've learned a lot from them, and they've made me cautious. I'm thinking of buying an APO Televid 77 spotting scope with a x32w eyepiece. You've confirmed dwatsonbirder that this is a very good configuration. I know that for...
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    Better understanding the Leica range for a second-hand purchase

    I would appreciate your help with a Leica purchase, possibly second-hand (I am also considering a second-hand Swarovski ATS HD 65 mm). This will be my first scope. I had already mentioned on the forum the purchase of a Swarovski ATC 17-40 x56 refractor. I was disappointed with the maximum...
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    • Forum: Leica
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