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    Vireo? in Cancun

    I hadn’t thought American Redstart, but, after further analysis, I think I agree. Thanks!
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    Vireo? in Cancun

    Saw this bird in Cancun 11/28 in Mangrove near ocean. Blue-headed Vireo?
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    Recommend USA Zeiss dealers

    I’ve used Sports Optics twice and was very happy with the price and service.
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    ATX and novagrade double gripper

    I use it and it works fine. But positioning of the adapter on the eyepiece is a bit tricky.
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    Tripod for very tall man with ATX 95

    I’m 6’3” and use a Gitzo GT3542L for my ATX95. It works well for my height. Most of the time I only need to extend the center column a few inches, so there’s more extension available.
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    Head for swarovski ATX 85 scope

    I use a 2720QR for my ATX95 and it works well. I use a 1720QR for an ATM80 scope, and that works great, but it’s a lighter scope.
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    UVHD+ coating change between 2015 and 2019?

    Wouldn’t the steep drop off lead to higher contrast? I find the contrast on my Swaro 8.5x42s (pre Field Pro) stunning at times. When observing wolves in Yellowstone at dawn/dusk, the contrast between a gray/black wolf and the dark background is astounding, and I often ask myself - how do they do...
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    Carrying Straps and Other Accessories - a Rant

    The straps are called Rip-Tie minis. I believe I got them at B&H Photo.
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    Carrying Straps and Other Accessories - a Rant

    I find that these Velcro cable straps work well on my pre-FP SV.
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    Simon King green Victory 8x32 T*FL

    I believe the reference is to this recent video review on YouTube. It mentions potential replacements to the FL 32mm several times. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8S9UnpF4Oj8&feature=share
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    question about backpack for Swaro **X spotting scopes

    I have a Lowepro 350 AW which fits my ATX 95 (disassembled), plus binoculars, plus DSLR with telephoto lens. All in a well-padded package that is easily carried on in an airplane. Unfortunately, Lowepro doesn’t seem to make that specific model any more...
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    Which Sparrow?

    Thanks folks; Pine Siskin it is. There is a faint trace of yellow on the wing which should have led me in that direction, but I was stuck on the Sparrow path...
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    Which Sparrow?

    On feeder in Boulder, Colorado. Always come together, so seem to be a pair. I believe they’re Sparrows, but can’t figure out what kind.
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    Comparing Zeiss and Swarovski 32 /30 models

    Last year I supplemented my aging Leica Trinovid 8x32 BNs with the Zeiss FL 8x32s. While I still appreciate the BNs and continue to use them often, I find the FL 8x32s to be a superb upgrade. They are noticeably sharper and have better contrast than the BNs, and the ergonomics, particularly the...
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    Victory n x 32 SF

    That's a great story; I'm a huge fan of Sir David Attenborough. If I may ask - how did you end up with those binoculars?
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