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Recent content by JerryLogan

  1. J

    Help with Pentax PIF???

    Thank you so very much Henry! That is exactly what I needed to know. Very best regards, Jerry
  2. J

    Help with Pentax PIF???

    Can anyone help with the diameter of the eyecups on this rare model? I’m expecting that OEM replacements are unavailable so microscope or other eyecups might be good substitutes. I don’t have the binoculars in hand so I can’t just measure for myself. Thanks for any help and best wishes, Jerry
  3. J

    Spotter Recommendation

    Just a reminder that Marcoul discovered (and I can confirm) that the full range of Nikon EDG eyepieces work beautifully in the Monarch spotting scopes. The Monarch scopes are first rate when coupled with the high quality EDG fixed or Baader Hyperion zoom eyepieces.
  4. J

    Wildlife gears for astrophotography

    Thank you so much for sharing your images! I think you’re posting some beautiful images. Very best, Jerry
  5. J

    KOWA TSN-99 PROMINAR and KOWA TE-80 XW- Binomania preview!

    $3250 at NY Camera Land without eyepiece, $4K including the new zoom. Not such a bad price if you already have an eyepiece. Also, you can get really, really nice astronomical eyepieces for a lot less than $750.
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    Wildlife gears for astrophotography

    It would be fun to try to reproduce the views of Jupiter and moons that Galileo documented in his notes. It’s oddly moving to share that view with one of the founders of modern science. Best, Jerry
  7. J

    Wildlife gears for astrophotography

    Those are very impressive shots! And a very clever solution to the Jupiter/moons exposure problem. I really enjoyed looking at these. Thanks for posting. Jerry
  8. J

    I have a Nikon 8X30 E multicoated on the way!

    No worries as long as you’re pleased! I will say that the original photo you posted was of an 8x30 and 7x35s sell for less than the 8x30. So if the seller charged you for an 8x but sent a 7x then you might want to ask for a little compensation. Personally, I really like the E series as long as...
  9. J

    I have a Nikon 8X30 E multicoated on the way!

    Why is there a photograph of a 7x35 in your post? That would explain the tight fit in an 8x30 case. Best, Jerry
  10. J

    Quick release plate adapter to mount a "red dot" (reflector/reflex) sight to a spotting scope

    Well that is very clever indeed Henning! I’m sure you’ve noticed that the upper plate can be customized for a variety of scopes (and even binocular mounts). A very good generalization from the Kowa focus with applications in astronomy as well as birding. Very nicely done. Very best, Jerry
  11. J

    Stay-on case for Leica APO 65 scope wanted?

    Good to learn this worked out for you. Thanks for letting us know!
  12. J

    Beginner scope for photography

    Hello James, Lots of good advice here - it’s hard to go wrong listening to Joachim. I just want to add that you might consider purchasing a smaller astronomical refractor instead of a spotting scope. Given your intended uses, you’ll be paying for features such as armouring and waterproofing...
  13. J

    Additional binocular specifications not easily available

    +1 for Foss. I always make a point of reading Canip whatever the topic. Although I’m somewhat embarrassed to admit that is was several years before I realized the special relationship between our Canip and Pinac on Cloudynights. Duh!!!
  14. J

    Warning: Horrible customer service experience with Pentax / Ricoh

    In these situations I’ve had luck getting a copy of the credit transaction from the credit card company or PayPal - if you go deeply enough with them they have pretty detailed records of the transactions they financed.
  15. J

    Top Porro Prism Bins?

    No doubt! I found your observations and comments interesting and useful. I even owned the Shadowquest 8x56 at one time. Best, Jerry
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