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[ngoshawk]

Greetings everyone!

Long time birder, and lurker here; but first time poster. We are lucky enough to live by Whitefish Point, which is a fantastic migratory spot in both spring and fall for raptors & shore birds (and passerines). We still have 2-4’ of snow on the ground and in the woods, with more predicted in the next week or so. Spring in the U.P!

I’ve used this site to research binoculars and scopes. I just picked up a new Kowa TSN-66A and love it so far. I plan on replacing my venerable (but decent) B&L Discoverers with a set of Zeiss Victory SF 10x42, most likely secondhand. As I age, I’d like the more powerful option, and have always wanted a pair of Zeiss.

I know Swarovski & Leica make comparable (or better according to some/many) but I am leaning towards the Zeiss route.

Cheers and happy migration!

 

[Lisa W]

Hi ngoshawk, welcome to the forum on behalf of the staff and moderators. I think you will find us a friendly and helpful group.

 

[Chris G6 UXU]

Hello and welcome to the forum, enjoy and all the best.

 

[Kits]

Welcome to Birdforum. I hope you enjoy your visits.

 

[delia todd]

Hi ngoshawk and a warm welcome from me too.

and have always wanted a pair of Zeiss.

I know Swarovski & Leica make comparable (or better according to some/many) but I am leaning towards the Zeiss route.

Quite right! Always go with what suits you but if you can always try to test them and compare with other models and brands before buying. I really wanted a particular pair, but when I tried them at a binocular event, they just didn't suit my eyes at all! Happens I guess LOL.

I'm sure you will enjoy it here and I hope to hear about all the birds you see when out and about.

 

[ngoshawk]

Hi ngoshawk and a warm welcome from me too.



Quite right! Always go with what suits you but if you can always try to test them and compare with other models and brands before buying. I really wanted a particular pair, but when I tried them at a binocular event, they just didn't suit my eyes at all! Happens I guess LOL.

I'm sure you will enjoy it here and I hope to hear about all the birds you see when out and about.

Thanks. Luckily I have had access to most of the competitors up here at Whitefish Point, which helped me discern differences and similarities. And passing on the bins to a next user (me) keeps the costs in check somewhat.

Too many choices.🤪

Cheers.

 

[snapshot2022]

Hello and a warm welcome to the Bird Forum enjoy your visits.
My everyday carry is a Zeiss 10x25B T*P* I also have a Leica DUOVID 10x50 15x50 it's sure not an everyday carry because of it's weight, but when needed it sure gets you up close as needed.