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    Filaments in SLC 8x30 WB, what could it be ?

    I have a 7x30 B SLC and what I understand is that the binocular tubes are made out of composite material and the cristals are fiber glass strands. You can sent the binoculars to SONA and they can clean it for sure. I sent mine to get them refurbished and they don't show that problem, I hope this...
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    Please recommend me binoculars with front lenses larger than 25mm but smaller than 30mm

    I kwow you want bigger than 25 but you should take into consideration, if you can affort it, the Swarovski Curio 7x21, they are incredibly stable an clear, they deliver a heavy punch, the view is so good that it rivals bigger objective binoculars.
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    New Binocular Bargains Thread

    Zeiss Victory 7x42 T FL If you live near Nashville Tennessee, there is a great deal if you can pick it up for $1000 https://www.facebook.com/share/fnLus6keSWiuiyRM/ I Hope these find a nice home Happy Christmas!!!!
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    Best budget pocket bins?

    I have never tried the Hawke ED 8x20 or the Athlon, so I wouldn't know. But I think Ed glass plus Phase coated and Dielectric coated prisms make a hughe difference.
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    Best budget pocket bins?

    I recently ordered a shuntu 8x20, they come with ED glass and dielectric coated prisms which really make a difference. They seem to be a copy of the SW 8x20B. There is no comparison with the Swarovski's quality but they do have very good optics. The focus wheel is a little bit sluggish, I...
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    Trying binoculars, what to look for to compare models.

    You should try the Swarovski Curio 7x21, you will love it. It's pocketable, incredibly stable, sharp and IMO a work of art. The only problem I see is that your wife after trying them might want to keep them.
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    Swarovski 7x30 B SLC Mark I produced in the year 2000 ?

    https://rickyoungoutdoors.com/bino-eyeshield/ I use these Maven eye shield and the are great.
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    Pick Pentax Papilio or spend 5x and pick Maven ?

    I currently own a Papillio 6.5x21 that I completely adore, but I use it to enjoy insects and flowers, for that purpose they are perfect. I also used to own a Maven 6x30, they are incredible, they have dialectric coated prisms and ED glass and very relaxed view. They had a very smooth focusing...
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    New Binocular Bargains Thread

    Vive la France If you live in France or you can drive, there are several unbelievable binocular bargains at market place. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1405210840144310/?mibextid=dXMIcH https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/861159182106898/?mibextid=dXMIcH...
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    Three hours in Barcelona, late August

    I just spent some time last week in Barcelona and I had a lot of fun waching monk Parakeets, they told me they are originally from Argentina and somehow they became free and now they are becoming a plague. Also If you are looking for a place to buy binoculars there is a place called Oryx, they...
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    Guatemala birding

    There There is a place called Finca el Pilar, they have humming bird feeders. Also if you are already there you should try to climb volcan de Pacaya, also Volcán de Acatenanago where there is a perfect spot to see some incredible eruptions of volcán de Fuego. Enjoy your stay in Guatemala...
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    Just for parts Leica 7X42 BA

    These might help get a 30 This is very interesting, these might be the ticket for a 30% discount on new Leicas. Thanks
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    Swarovski 7x30 B SLC Mark I produced in the year 2000 ?

    I really enjoy the relaxing views of 7x magnification, I have own 5 binoculars with that magnification, my first was a 7x36 Vortex Diamond Back, I also had a Maven 7x28 C2. I currently own a Swarovski SLC 7x30 B, a Leica Ultravid HD 7x42 and a Swarovski Curio Cl 7x21 that I adore. I was able...
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    Just for parts Leica 7X42 BA

    Thank you so much Jerry for your help, I asked the owner of the broken binocular and he confirmed that the binocular has fungus inside, and I dont know if they would accept a binocular with fungus problems at Leica but I can always ask. How much do you want for your 42 BA Leica body. Jorge R.
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    Just for parts Leica 7X42 BA

    I recently came across this item on Ebay...
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