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  1. Mike Crawley

    Nikon ED82A scope v Smaller Scopes eg Swarovski 65 HD or others

    I would suggest trying an Opticron MM4 60mm. Lots of people seem to like them as a travelling companion. Certainly light and easy to use and good value for money.
  2. Mike Crawley

    Nikon ED82A scope v Smaller Scopes eg Swarovski 65 HD or others

    I can’t recall the weight of my ATS65 but definitely lighter than the ATS80 which is about 1.6kg
  3. Mike Crawley

    Nikon ED82A scope v Smaller Scopes eg Swarovski 65 HD or others

    As you have been out of birding for a while, you may want to look into the various types of scope pack. This example is fairy typical of the design of them all. I carry my Swarovski ATS80 comfortably with mine, regularly covering a couple of miles (and more on Scilly October holidays)...
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