Only one bin for the rest of your life (1 Viewer)

[Kevin Purcell]

Your alone, no chance to share your findings, does it really matter to ID a bird as per some guide? Create your own taxonomy based on groupings, behavior, and physical similarities. Make up your own names. That's what someone else did before you that you're reading in that book.

In that case your chosen bin might be a shotgun ... after all that's what those guys did

For a bin probably the Zeiss 7x42 or 8x42 FL.

 

[postcardcv]

I'd go with a Swarovski 8.5x42 EL.

me too - I've been through more than my fair share of bins over the last few years and have really enjoyed using them all. However the 8.5x42 ELs have stuck, they are a pleasure to use - they feel great in the hand, the focus is nice and smooth and the image is outstanding. I've had my pair for a few years now and they've seen a lot of use they have performed flawlessly the whole time (unlike other bins which I have had many problems with).

 

[Kevin Conville]

In that case your chosen bin might be a shotgun ... after all that's what those guys did .

True enough. I like to hunt with binoculars though. I'd be far more interested in making friends |=)|

My lists might suffer for it though...:t:

 

[ceasar]

When I said "You will get food and other stuff to keep you alive and healthy" I was actually meaning that you would get a fieldguide, pen and paper and other important stuff, a birder wont stay healthy without that for long




And regarding the question about this really is about picking the bin who has best durability, yes at some extent but at least to me it is about picking the one you would be able to get along with for a very long time without regretting it.

We can change and try different ones but at the island we don't have that luxury, stick with the one you picked. You think anyone will swap and pick the Zen ed2 7x36 when we get them in two weeks?

I for one hope I will but it is a lot to ask for.

Before that I probably agree with the swaro el 8.5x42 (but I have not tried the 7x42 fl).

Optics being what they are and survival being what it is, your best bet here seems to be a versatile scope for your rifle!
Bob

 

[CLRobles]

Optics being what they are and survival being what it is, your best bet here seems to be a versatile scope for your rifle!
Bob

Bob, hahaha you kill me!

 

[kristoffer]

Oh no, don´t try to bend the story now! You already got food and a shotgun and all you need to stay alive and be safe. You just need to pick a bin and we all know that you guys reading this wont just pick some Monarch X! 8x42, you want the best.

 

[ceasar]

Kristoffer,
I was thinking one would need something for protection and that combination seemed most practical. However, if you insist, I believe my Leica 7 x 42 Trinovids will also perform adequately as a blunt instrument!
Cordially,
Bob

 

[FrankD]

I believe my Leica 7 x 42 Trinovids will also perform adequately as a blunt instrument!
Cordially,

My thoughts on the Meoptas as well Bob.

 

[gwsudiro]

Nikon EDG 10x42 !!! ^^

 

[Dennis Mau]

Nikon EDG 10x42 !!! ^^

Zeiss 8x32 FL.

Dennis

 

[Ardy]

This is it! Wire me in!

 

[Ardy]

Ok, this is the scenario.
No scope and no future untried bins.

OH :eek!: Never mind......

 

[marcus]

Oh no, don´t try to bend the story now! You already got food and a shotgun and all you need to stay alive and be safe. You just need to pick a bin and we all know that you guys reading this wont just pick some Monarch X! 8x42, you want the best.

That is 100% correct! My Monarch X 8x45 was delivered on the 17th and I really would like to be able to send them back and get my money back.

 

[martin kitching]

Zeiss 7x42 classic

 

[wal.s]

Leica U/Vid 10x42 BL

 

[John Dracon]

Zeiss 8x32 FL with Lotutec.

John

 

[Tvc15_2000]

Leica HD 10X32.
Rugged, bright, light, sharp, compact size, excellent image.
They bring my eyes pleasure every time I pick them up.