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    Scope advice

    Thanks, I'll look into that option. I've come to notice that the Hawke Endurance ED 25-75x85 looks practically identical to a much cheaper Svbony SV406P, with the Hawke being more than twice as expensive (see images). The shape, focus knob, lens hood and even the stay-on cover all look the...
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    Scope advice

    To ask a more precise question: Do the glass quality benefits of the Kowa TSN-663M outweigh the disadvantage of the smaller lens diameter when compared to a lesser quality 85mm scope like the Hawke Endurance ED 25-75x85 / Vortex Razor / Athlon Ares, specifically in the application of identifying...
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    Scope advice

    Thanks for your input. To clarify Thanks for your input. In hindsight, small birds at 800 yards is too much to ask from a regular spotting scope. Viewing every detail of a plover at 800 yards is not my goal. However, ID'ing geese and perched raptors in favourable conditions at that distance is...
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    Scope advice

    Hello @gr8fuldoug, I am also looking to buy my first spotting scope. I currently own a pair of Nikon Prostaff P7 10x42 Binoculars and they just aren't cutting it for me. I am looking to spend no more than around 1200€ on the scope + eyepiece. I regularly want to identify (smaller) birds at 800+...
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