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    Versions of 8x30 CL

    Hi all, looking at a 8x30 CL I think is the basic model ? not sure attaching a picture. I believe by now there have been different models. I guess just a plain 8x30 CL (initial release), 8x30 CL Companion, 8x30 CL B, probably others. Does anyone has a link to all models with FOV especially ? Any...
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    Is there a 'for sale' forum here?

    Hi all, have not been here in a while. Last time I was here there was a section were members can sell binoculars. Is that still available ? I have a 8x32 FL that I have not used for years, maybe time for a new home. Can members sell somewhere on this site. Input appreciated.
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    Need some help please - eyecups

    Need some help please - eyecups fit I got not long ago a new pair of Leupold Mojave 8x32. They are great, handling, brightness, sharp focus, size. I Highly recommend them. However I have a little issue. The rubber eyecups I measured the inside diameter is about 25mm. They are somewhat...
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    Hawthorne glass

    Hi, I am curious about the Hawthorne glass. What I am interested in is how it compares to the Mojave model glass ? It looks like Leupold has 4 levels of glass such as BX-1 and BX-2 and BX-3 and BX-4. So I am not sure under what category Hawthorne is. Could it be is similar to BX-3 glass ? I am...
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    My wife words exaclty

    This passed weekend while reading the birdforum via the birdforum app on my phone my wife saw it and here are her comments: "You are actually looking at a birdforum ? " "So what are you guys talking about: Oh guys, in my way home I saw a red bird, it was so cute" "What a beautiful bird" " I...
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    What is Leica obsession with short eye relief ?

    I just don't understand what is Leica obsession with short eye relief ? Even the brand new Trinovid 8x42 for 2012 has a 15mm eye relief. What is their deal ? Don't they test their binoculars with enough people to realize that 15mm eye relief is not enough for everyone ? The 8x32 Ultravid has...
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    How much blackout do you tolerate in binoculars ?

    Hi, As I have tried a lot of binos in the past few years, I would say about half of the binos had blackout. Binos such as Nikon 8x32 Premier SE and Leica 7x42 HD had just too much blackout. The thing is that these are top of the line optics but the blackout is a deal breaker for me. My question...
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    Nikon Monarch 8x36 do they have dielectrci coating ?

    Nikon Monarch 8x36 do they have dielectric coating ? Nikon Monarch 8x36 do they have dielectric coating ? I know the 8x42 does have dielectric coating how about the 8x36 miodel Monarch ? Thanks for the input.
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    Steiner 6x30 anybody has it ? opinion wanted

    Does anybody has the Steiner 6x30 military ? I would like to know if the inside lens has any kind of scale on it...I hope not...also opinion on it. 6x power is appealing...Thanks in advance.
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    Does Vortex has any 7x42 roof ?

    Does vortex has any 7x42 roof bino ? They have some good binos japan made wondering if they offer the 7x I have settle on 7x only for all my binos i love the easy view
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    Help anybody know if this is the older model or newer of B&L Discoverer ? pix inside

    Help anybody know if this is the older model or newer of B&L Discoverer ? pix inside Hi, I cannot tell if these are the newer model or the older model. Newer model like in phase coating. Thanks
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    Off topic - not getting my money back from Tristate Camera

    Hi, This is off topic but as Tristate Camera is a binos dealer I ordered a $70 Minolta that was advertised as new and it as 10 years old. It has been about 45 days since they confirmed they received my shipment back. Since then I called them like 10 times and all i get is excuses. I spoke with...
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    Question on the Ultravid 7x42 old and new HD models

    Hi, In my quest to find a 7x42 that fits me, the Ultravid 7x42 is next. The one currently in production is the HD. The dimension look good on it, lenght and width. My only question is the eye relief. Is 17mm to short ? I had binos with 19mm and up and no issue with eye relief. Some roof 17mm...
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    Nikon Venturer 8x42 or Meopta Meostar 7x 42 trying to decide ?

    Hi, After searching for months and giving up on 32mm models after looking at about 10 different brands and I now settle on 42mm. The only two I narrow down is the Meopta 7x42 and the Nikon Venturer 8x42. The 7x42 is my favorit format, very easy to use, very solid. The Nikon Venturer because...
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    Meopta why so expensive? They are made in Czech Republic NOT in Germany or Austria

    I am looking to purchase the Meopta Meostar 7x42 I have not found any prices less then $850 Are these selling ? anybody buying them ? I don't see much discount such as 20% or more. What is the story here ? I feel that at about $500 to $600 should be where they are priced, knowing that they are...
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    Which binos are you comfortable holding roof or porro ?

    I have been using binos more lately and for me porro are more comfortable holding for longer without any muscle fatigue. With roof binos, my muscles - don't know what they are called, upper arms do hurt after few minutes. With porro no hurting at all. How is for everyone else ? Chris
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    Which EDG fits your hand better, 8x32 or 8x42 ?

    Hi, I am looking to find from these that have and handled these models which one fits the hand better ? I don't have a place around me to try them (I live in Atlanta, if anybody knows a place let me know). I am thinking of getting either one of these models. I got thinking of my porro 8x40...
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    SLC 8x30 to keep or not to keep

    SLC 8x30 to keep or not to keep...well is not that simple.... Hi, I have a SLC 8x30 that has great glass, I love it. However I keep getting blackout with it. I am beginning to think that the issue is not eye relief but the 30mm size. I had a Vortex Viper 6x32 and had terrible blackout. I am...
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    Difference between Nikon Premier 8x32 part 7534 and Nikon LXL 8x32 part 7504?

    Difference between Nikon Premier 8x32 part 7534 and Nikon LXL 8x32 part 7504 ? Hi, I am looking at the Nikon Premier 8x32 part number 7534 and Nikon LXL 8x32 part 7504 I would like to know what the difference is ? I see that the 7534 is about $800 while the 7504 is about $950 I am guessing...
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    Advice needed on Pentax DCF ED

    Hi, I got a NIB Pentax DCF ED for what I think is a good price a 8x43 for $600 US. I also have a Minox 7x42 BD BR. Really like it. To me the 8x shakes a little bit. This is not only with the ED but with other 8x also. I am debating to keep it or not. If I return it most likely I will never...
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