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    What size is this thread?

    Hello I have recently purchased a PCT Tripod from Swarovski and want to replace the hook on the centre column with an eye bolt so I can use my sling tripod strap to carry the scope. I need to know what the thread size is on the hook or in the bottom of the centre column, so I can make an...
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    Is this a American pelecinid wasp

    Just found this in my house in Nottingham looks like a American pelecinid wasp (Pelecinus polyturator). Never seen one before, am I correct. Are they common here in the UK.
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    Willow tit or Marsh Tit?

    Which one do you think?
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    Can anyone ID these moths

    I'm having a little difficulty naming the following. 1. http://imageshack.com/a/img923/1591/moRH7O.jpg 2. http://imageshack.com/a/img922/5181/tbxlyq.jpg 3. http://imageshack.com/a/img922/2298/oFbI8f.jpg Thanks
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    Has anyone used Photospecialist from Holland?

    Has anyone used this supplier to buy Swarvoski binoculars: http://http://www.photospecialist.co.uk/swarovski-el-10x50-wb-swarovision?dfw_tracker=2487-4519&gclid=CjwKEAjwxKSoBRCZ5oyy87DimEcSJADiWsvgWBEWzAjOBK5eTq_xW0vBndvpXPZPTjYr5TGuNRbF3RoCnG3w_wcB http://www.photospecialist.co.uk/ They have...
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    Filter thread size

    I'm considering buying a pair of 10x50 EL Swarovisions and was wondering what size is the filter thread. Reason being apart from bird watching they will be used for star gazing and I have a pair of nebula filters I would like to use with them. TIA
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    Are the Storks and Cranes still around?

    I would like to visit Great Yarmouth on Saturday and would like to know if the Storks are still at Trigby Hall and the Cranes are around Horsey Mill. Any info would be great Thx.
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    Our Isle of Islay birding trip April 2013

    Just got home from 5 days in Islay, there was four of us and below are a list of the birds and places we saw. Day one Ferry from Kennacraig to Port Ellen, we then then visited the Oa Day two RSPB Gruinart and walk upto Ardnave Point Day three Bridgend Woods, Loch Finlaggan, Bowmore...
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    Servicing binoculars?

    Just wondering who could service binoculars in or near Nottingham in England. Mines has gone out of collimation after a small drop. Cheers Mick
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    TSN2 eyecup

    Anyone know a source for eyecups for a kowa TSN2 scope, the eyepiece is the 20-60x one. Mines fell off and I can't find it anywhere :C
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    Which one would you choose....

    I have been using an old Kowa TSN2 for some time now and have reached the stage that I need an upgrade. I'n really into my birding at the moment and have decided to sell some astro gear and purchase a very good spotting scope. I have a budget of £2400 and would like a first class instrutment...
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