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    Full Spec Sheet for Nikon 8X30 Monarch HG

    I did not measure the usable eye relief myself. I found that information on the internet. I do not remember where on the internet, because I wrote this spec sheet several years ago.
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    Full Spec Sheet for Nikon 8X30 Monarch HG

    Since Nikon does not provide decent spec sheets for it's products, I had to research the specs of the Nikon Monarch 8x30 HG myself and write a full spec sheet as follows. If I made any mistakes please correct me. Nikon 8X30 Monarch HG: Specifications...
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    Where To Sell Binoculars

    Thanks...
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    Where To Sell Binoculars

    I was under the impression that there was a section in the Bird Forums for selling binoculars, but I am not finding it. Can anyone help as to the location here, or other places to sell. Note that I am fully aware of eBay and would use it as a last resort. I have an unused pair of Nikon 8x32 SE...
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    Special SE Eyecups

    I live in a third world country where nothing is available and services are limited. My chances of finding a machinist of that caliber and the materials he would require are nil. A 3D print job in rubberized plastic could be ordered online from anywhere , and sent anywhere in the world, for...
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    Special SE Eyecups

    I had not thought of the possibility of adjusting a pair or eyeglasses to sit further from the eye for use with the SE eye cups folded down. I actually have spare eyeglasses in my prescription that were abandoned for no other reason than style. One of them could be used. Thank you very much for...
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    Special SE Eyecups

    The blackouts that I am experiencing are caused by eye distance from the lens. I have no problem using the SE with cups folded out, and my eyeglasses not in use. Likewise, I can correct the problem by bracing the SE at the correct distance from my eyeglasses using my fingers and thumbs as...
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    Special SE Eyecups

    After reading somewhere how bicycle inner tube rings were inserted underneath the partially folded Nikon SE eye cups in order to create a cup depth that was compatible with eyeglass wearers to combat the blackout problem, I started to fiddle with the eyecups without using the inner tube rings...
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    Determining Model Number of Vintage B&L 7x26

    After reading Optic Nut's post above, I did find an eBay seller who fabricated eyecups, however ofter reading the details on his page it appears that he casts them from hard plastic, and that they would not be foldable. To make sure I think he would have to be contacted to clarify exactly what...
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    Determining Model Number of Vintage B&L 7x26

    Mike, If you had a pair of these purchased in 1992 and the eyecups had been rolled down and untreated for 23 years, what would you do: 1. Leave them rolled down permanently and treat the outsides periodically with protectant 2. Roll them up and leave them up, and treat periodically (note that I...
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    Determining Model Number of Vintage B&L 7x26

    Hello Mike V. I have read through the link you provided in your post, above. I found the model number where you said it was, "on the housing of the left eyepiece". Now it is absolutely confirmed that I have the 61-7261 model. Thanks for the detailed write up on these. I called Bushnell today...
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    Determining Model Number of Vintage B&L 7x26

    Alexis, thank you for your opinion on what my model number is. My research pointed toward that serial number also, but I was not 100% sure.
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    Determining Model Number of Vintage B&L 7x26

    I found the number AA0723 stamped on the front of the hinge after "Japan". I am assuming that it is the serial number. Yes, there are model numbers associated with Custom Compacts and they are 6 digit numbers, with a dash, following this format: xx-xxxx.
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    Determining Model Number of Vintage B&L 7x26

    I have a pair of metal-bodied Bausch and Lomb 7x26 Custom Compact Binoculars that were purchased new on 2/14/1992, with green-coated lenses, serial number AA0723, and marked National Audubon Society. Does anyone know what model number these would be? Were these the last metal-bodied ones produced?
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    Nikon 8x32 SE Still Available

    The Nikon 8x32 SE Binoculars are still available at this USA online retailer for US$729.95 with free shipping in the USA. http://telescopes.net/store/7381-8-x-32-premier-se-binoculars.html
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