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  1. David N

    Curio 7x21 vs. CL 8x25 pocket

    For me the decision, it must fit into a jeans pocket (Levi 501’s) I wear glasses so the ability to use them with them for scanning is important. I have the Curio’s, I did try all the pocket binoculars, Zeiss, Leica. But the Curios are perfect for me. In fact my wife liked them so much I bought...
  2. David N

    Brief comparison between Swarovski AX Visio 10x32 vs EL 10x32 Swarovision

    jackjack: 매우 감사합니다 Nothing to be sorry about, I follow your postings and enjoy them very much. Keep up the excellent posts. David
  3. David N

    Mono pod suggestions for a Swarovski 8x56

    Thank you. RRS is not available in UK ( I haven’t found a dealer) your right they are costly. I will be looking for something that is more wallet friendly, to make sure it works for me. David
  4. David N

    Mono pod suggestions for a Swarovski 8x56

    My experience is that they are the most comfortable and repeatable eye placement I have ever had. My glasses are the first things on in the morning and last off at night. When I see something that peaks my interest. I put up my binoculars to get a clearer view. If that then turns into...
  5. David N

    Mono pod suggestions for a Swarovski 8x56

    tenex. I was not aware of a “finnstick” thank you. Having searched about them, they could be juts the thing I looking for Light, relatively small and practical. The 8x56 are not excessively cumbersome or weighty. I’m practicing various hold positions. However if I see a subject I wish to...
  6. David N

    Mono pod suggestions for a Swarovski 8x56

    Richard. Thank you for your reply. I have looked at the stud mount, I agree with you it’s expensive. however in the long term it’s an investment that I would consider. Tenex mentioned a finnstick, never heard of this. So I will investigate. David
  7. David N

    Mono pod suggestions for a Swarovski 8x56

    Hello, I have only been interested in the 8x56. 8x is my preferred magnification. I wear spectacles, hence any binoculars I buy need to accommodate them. The Swarovski’s are stunning, I have only had them a few days, and the ability to observe under less than ideal light conditions is...
  8. David N

    Mono pod suggestions for a Swarovski 8x56

    Hello. As the subject. I’m looking for recommendations on mono pods. For the 8x56 binoculars, I’m not sure if I need mount or a simple strap setup. My height is 1.75m, 5’9”. Thanks in advance for ideas. David
  9. David N

    My First Experience Purchasing Birding Binoculars. Part 2 first anniversary

    Reading this one and the first one a year ago is a real treat for me. The penmanship together with observational skills make this one of the most satisfying reading sessions I have had in a long while. Thank you very much. David
  10. David N

    Scottish Hello

    A warm welcome to you Morgan. Enjoy your time here.
  11. David N

    UK binocular deals, special offers and bargains

    The 8x40 SFL arrived in Northamptonshire at 09:30hrs via Royal Mail 24 tracked from Stirling. I placed the order online yesterday at 15:21hrs:D Inside was the original box complete with its outer sleeve and all the contents that should be there, carry bag, straps (still wound up) manual and...
  12. David N

    UK binocular deals, special offers and bargains

    Thank you, ordered a pair of 10x40 arriving Friday. David
  13. David N

    UK binocular deals, special offers and bargains

    Thank you mulligatawny owl. Just bagged 8x40 for £837 with the code you mentioned. Happy days 😀
  14. David N

    TryZeiss suspended

    That is a shame. I have used it a number of times perfect for evaluating binoculars.
  15. David N

    Comment by 'David N' in media 'Northern White-breasted Hedgehog'

    Thank you. It’s a great photograph.
  16. David N

    Age of these Zeiss Jenna 7x50

    20th century.
  17. David N

    Roger Vine Zeiss 10x30 SFL review

  18. David N

    FL T* 7x42

    Ignatius. Congratulations on your purchase. 2009 David
  19. David N

    Zeiss trade-in offer

    Update from the Zeiss Old for new trade in link (UK) is here start 1. Purchase a new ZEISS product Purchase an eligible product from a retail partner of your choice between January 24, 2023 and May 31, 2023. 2. Submit a claim Submit your trade-in claim by June 18, 2023. 3. Send in a...
  20. David N

    Zeiss trade-in offer

    I contacted Zeiss about a return I was chasing up. I asked them about the current trade in offer. They confirmed your post. Last purchase date from an authorised dealer is the 30th April 2023, submit claim online by the 20th of May. David
  21. David N

    Zeiss trade-in offer

    Hello, I have just received notification from Zeiss the trade in payment has landed in my bank account. You have until the last day of the offer to start the process. David
  22. David N

    UK orchids

    Thank you so much for this post. I love being outdoors my wife not so much. However she has a passion for orchids and we have numerous plants in our house. Thank you, a seed has been sowed it’s up to me to nurture it. Outdoors hunting for English Orchids that sounds very promising. David
  23. David N

    Visiting superlative trees in the UK

    Thank you very much for highlighting these magnificent majestic monoliths. I never new such things existed. I am truly humbled and very grateful to you for taking the time to post this. Thank You Condor1992 😃 David
  24. David N

    curio 7x21 cold hinges to touch ?

    I remember well my first visit to Anchorage rental cars with power leads hanging out the front in 1982. I asked what they were for. Answer “If you don’t plug it in it’ll cost you a fortune”
  25. David N

    Docter Deltrintem 8x30 - First impressions

    Etiennef. Thank you for your original post . I too have been searching for the elusive Doctor Optic 8x30. Today I found one on eBay and made an offer and the rest is history. Can't wait to get my hands on it. here is some info that the seller wrote regarding it. Also attached at the bottom a few...
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