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  1. laurencejackson

    Comparing 10x32 NL with 8x42 NL, some (not ground breaking) thoughts...

    I had the opportunity to compare the 10x32s with my own pair of 8x42 NLs at an optics dealer this morning. I have always enjoyed the 10x32 format having previously owned the EL SV version back in 2016, which I stupidly sold...They are a perfect small bin for travel without giving up anything at...
  2. laurencejackson

    Leica Ultra HD Plus 8x32 vs 10x32...eye relief?

    I'm just wondering about any perceived differences in eye relief between the 8x32 and 10x32? I wear glasses and have recently acquired the 8x32 HD Plus. Nevertheless, I find them perfect and have no problems seeing the whole field, even though I was dubious about this when I decided to purchase...
  3. laurencejackson

    Urgent Help! possible Swarovski 8x30 SLC WB Neu purchase...but is it genuine?

    Hi, I am thinking about taking a punt on gumtree on a seemingly excellent condition 8x30 SLC Neu... However, the serial number is D820141577, making it an early 2012 model. I'm not sure when they were discontinued but this seems quite late. I had a pair which I sold ironically around that time...
  4. laurencejackson

    8x32 EL objective covers?

    Can anyone recommend a replacement for my 2008 8x32 EL tethered objective covers? They died some time ago and I haven't got around to replacing them, but I think it would be wise now. I know Swarovski have there own but are there any other 3rd party ones to be had? Thanks!
  5. laurencejackson

    Curio 7x21 alternative strap?

    I have just ordered the curios, but Ive read that the supplied strap is not the best. Can anyone point me in the direction of a better more comfortable strap please, either swear or third party. Thanks! Laurence
  6. laurencejackson

    Trying out Swarovski 12x42 NL vs 10x...and the 12x are brighter?

    I already have the 10x42 NL, but I have been hankering after the 8x and that incredibly wide FOV. So, I went to my local camera shop yesterday to have look through the 8x and I also tried the 12x, which I hadn't looked at before. What an incredible bin! They seemed no more difficult to use than...
  7. laurencejackson

    RFI: most suitable bins for on the water, Alaska and Vancouver Island?

    Hi Im going to the US and Canada next week for a photography trip and will be spending a week bear watching (via boat) at Lake Clark in Alaska, plus pelagic trips in BC. I will be spending a lot of time on the water (small boats) as a result and would like to know which spec bins to take along...
  8. laurencejackson

    RFI: most suitable bins for on the water, Alaska and Vancouver Island?

    Hi Im going to the US and Canada next week for a photography trip and will be spending a week bear watching (via boat) at Lake Clark in Alaska, plus pelagic trips in BC. I will be spending a lot of time on the water (small boats) as a result and would like to know which spec bins to take along...
  9. laurencejackson

    Summer bald eagles in Homer/Kenai AK, advice needed!

    I am planning a photography trip next July to Minnesota for black bears and Alaska for bears and bald eagles...My question is regarding Homer and the Kenai peninsula where I hope to be based for a week or so. What is the bald eagle situation like there now in summer, now that the eagle lady has...
  10. laurencejackson

    Summer bald eagles in Homer, AK....advice needed!

    I am planning a trip next July to Minnesota for black bears and Alaska for bears and bald eagles...My question is regarding Homer where I hope to be based for a week or so. What is the bald eagle situation like there now in summer, now that the eagle lady has passed on? I have read anecdotally...
  11. laurencejackson

    Summer bald eagles in Homer, AK... advice needed!

    I am planning a trip next July to Minnesota for black bears and Alaska for bears and bald eagles...My question is regarding Homer where I hope to be based for a week or so. What is the bald eagle situation like there now in summer, now that the eagle lady has passed on? I have read anecdotally...
  12. laurencejackson

    Urgent cleaning help needed...

    Apologies for cross posting also to the Nikon page, but i'ts more a general enquiry. Hi All, unfortunately I find myself having to go into hospital for 4 weeks of chemotherapy on Monday. Naturally I'm still very shocked at my change of circumstances, but hoping that despite the aggressive...
  13. laurencejackson

    Urgent cleaning help needed...help!

    Hi All, unfortunately I find myself having to go into hospital for 4 weeks of chemotherapy on Monday. Naturally I'm still very shocked at my change of circumstances, but hoping that despite the aggressive treatment, my room will have a decent view and with that, some birds to see. My problem is...
  14. laurencejackson

    Looking for Birders Guide to Minnesota, Eckert

    Hi I'm visiting the Northwoods mainly for black bear photography in late July, early August but will have time to do some birding around Sax Zim area to and from the twin cities. I'm looking for the above guide, preferably the latest edition which is itself out of print...does anyone have one...
  15. laurencejackson

    Birding in Eastern Pyrenees (Canigou area)

    Hi In mid July I am heading off to the Eastern Pyrenees for three weeks holiday and I was wondering what the birding will be like at that time. We will be based in the hills 15m SW of Prades and I was hoping that we may get some raptor migration movement (kites, honey buzzard), although it...
  16. laurencejackson

    visiting the camel estuary...

    Hi I am going to be down in Cornwall on holiday from the 27th and was wondering what are the best times to visit the Camel estuary re tides etc. and also how easy is it to view from the path (I will have a scope)? Many thanks in advance for any help. Laurence
  17. laurencejackson

    Nikon serial nos/ how old is my scope?

    Hi Does anyone know if you can tell the year of manufacture of Nikon scopes (I have just bought a used ED82) through the serial number, like you can with Swarovskis? Just a thought...Cheers. Laurence
  18. laurencejackson

    Swarovision 10x42, loose barrels?

    My swarovision 10x42 have been excellent although i have not used them very much recently. However, I noticed yesterday that the barrels seem a little loose particularly when you alter the IPD. It seems that at the eyepiece end/hinge there is a little give, fractional but it makes a noise and is...
  19. laurencejackson

    Birding sites in Dusseldorf and Regensburg?

    Hi I am visiting Germany for work in mid March and have two free days, one in regensburg and the other in Dusseldorf. I have seen the earlier thread on Dusseldorf but if anyone has any info on sites that are accesible from either city I would be really grateful. I will not have a car but am...
  20. laurencejackson

    Nightingales in West Cornwall?

    Hi I am staying in Sennen Cove all next week and was wondering if nightingales were around west cornwall at all or will I be too far west...Any help would be appreciated. Cheers. Laurence
  21. laurencejackson

    Zeiss 8x32 FL stiff focus wheel

    Hi Any thoughts from FL owners would be welcome, but I have just received my new 8x32s and the focus wheel is quite stiff -as stiff as my old ultravids were though not so notchy. I have owned the 8x42 FLs and they were not at all as stiff as the 32s. They also make a noise whilst focusing, it...
  22. laurencejackson

    Swaro 8.5ELs vs Zeiss FL 8x42 vs leica Ultravid 10x42

    Hello to all, this is my first post on birdforum, but I have been lurking over the last few weeks and enjoying immensely the discussion on top end bins, which I have been interested in over the last few years. I recently traded in my 8.5x42 ELs for the new Zeiss 8x42 FL - a small but...
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