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    Nikon Premier 8x32 questions

    I happened across a pair of Nikon Premier 8x30's that kinda peaked my interest. They're NOS 8x30's marked on the body PREMIER rather than LXL. I did get a few mins to look through them, they seemed to have a very easy view and great focuser. The image showed a tinge of warmth to it, but I...
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    B&L Discover 7x35 vs Swift 804 hr/5?

    Ok, I am looking at some classic older porros. 1) B&L Discoverer 7x35 2)Swift 804 hr/5 So, how do these 2 models compare? Which is sharper? Better field of view? comfort? Build quality? I've read the discoverers are basically a Zephyr with FMC. I can pick up either for about the same...
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    90s era B&L Discoverer 7x35 porro any good?

    Hello, came across a pair of B&L Discoverer bins in 7x35. Curious about them. for sale online so I can't really test in hand. Are they optically bright and sharp? How do they compare to the older zephyr? (It looks like maybe just an updated zephyr). What is a reasonable market value? These...
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    Older Opticron Spotter HR60 questions

    Ok, I am curious... Does anyone know the differences between the older Opticron HR60 spotters? I am curious what the difference/s between the HR60R, HR60SR, HR 60SSR would be? They all appear to be the same optic. Were there some improvements? I do know the HR60MR was a metric thread ep....
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    Opticron HR66?

    A friend of mine wants to purchase a spotting scope he's come across in a classified ad..And asked my opinion about it. Trouble is, I know almost nothing! It's an Opticron HR 66 angled scope, not ED. He does a bit of casual target shooting and is looking for a reasonably priced used scope...
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    Kowa TSN eyepiece questions...

    Ok, so I finally received my new to me Kowa TSN 823M from AU today.... Scope looks very nice, and only came with the 20-60x z7 EP... Zooms just were never my thing so I ordered the Kowa adapter that fits the 660 style Eyepieces. (I have a handful). So, The question I'm asking is about the...
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    Bogen/Manfrotto 3063?

    I recently came into a bogen/manfrotto 3063 head as an extra in a purchase... It has an odd plate that's Hexagonal in shape. What exactly is this head meant for? Is it for video cameras or telescopes?? The head feels really smooth and it's in great shape...Just really to large and heavy for...
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    New to me Fujinon Super 80ED...

    Well today I received an excellent Fujinon Super 80ED spotter. It was a little nicer of an optic than I had expected. I had only randomly seen and read about them over the years and was my first chance to pick one up. I bought it mainly because of the 25xLER eyepiece. I found it quite bright...
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    60mm eyepiece adapter for TSN 823

    I am curious about the Kowa Adapter that allows the use of the 60mm class eyepieces on the TSN 820 series... I am contemplating to purchase the adapter (TSN-EC1A) to use in a TSN 823, however it's something I've not installed. Is it something that just easily unscrews from the housing? From...
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    Opticron 8x42SR?

    I found a pair of bins I might like on discount..the Opticron 8x42SR. They seemed well built, and seemed pretty decent. (maybe a bit narrow?) Overall they remind me allot of the old Swift Ultra Lite in 8x42...Are they the same bins with rubber cover? I have the Swift 8x32 Ultralites and I...
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    Optolyth Vianova 7x42 thoughts?

    I came across a pair of Vianova 7x42's for sale on a forum. New condition, but used. I'm curious if anyone has any experience with these? I can't find a single review online. albinos doesn't have any either.... I find myself interested in picking them up, but in a way I wonder if they're any...
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    comparing big objective bins...

    I've decided to sell of unused glass and pick up a very large objective bin... I've 2 models in mind. The Fujinon FMTR 7x50 and a sligtly older Zeiss 8x56 Victory from 2011 or so. What I want is a wide, bright sharp field, (Bright in dawn and dusk as well) in 7 or 8x. Does the Zeiss surpass...
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    Average price of leica BN 8x42 in USA?

    Came across a pair of Leica BN 8x42 Trinovids for sale. New condition in the box. What would be considered a fair market price for a pair these days? I was thinking to offer $550...Too high? Never owned a Leica Binocular, would like to try.
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    Leica BN 8 and 10x questions.

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    Retiring Binoculars, looking for similar replacement..

    I'm looking for a new binocular and not really sure what's out there matching my needs...So I'm looking for some expert advice. I often hunt Coyotes and for the past few years I've used an IF 7x30 with an 8.5 degree field of view, 22-23mm of eye relief and field flatteners..... I found this to...
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    B&L Elite 8x42 outdated?

    Not long ago I came across a pair of B&L Elite 8x42s that were a very late model at a show.... I only briefly handed them but thought they felt pretty good.. Are those B&Ls considered outdated? I tried to look them up online but there seems to be very little about them out there. What would...
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    Quality of Optolyth Lens/eyepieces?

    I am curious about the quality of Optolyth Lens and Eyepices... Having heard of them for 20 years and finally picking one up in very nice, mint condition from a member here. (Who shipped it lightning fast). I have some mixed thoughts. This particular Optolyth is a TBS80HD with a 20-60. It's...
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    Optolyth To Kowa Adapter?

    Is there any sort of adapter on the market that adapts Kowa TSN (60mm) series eyepieces to an Optolyth 80mm spotting scope body? I would like to use a Kowa 25xLER eyepiece on a TBS-80 Optolyth...... (Optolyth does not make a LER eyepiece). Yes, it's probably an unusual question..... I have...
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    Best light, easy to use tripod? Bogen?

    I'm looking around for a good, light, easy to use and simple tripod.... For many years I've used tripods from auctions and garage sales.... But I am looking for something maybe new or modern, reasonably priced for once. I've never used a Manfrotto/Bogen tripod, but I did come across a model...
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    Who made the Minox MD 62?

    Noticed that the Minox MD 62 has quite allot in common with the old B&L Premier 60mm and the discontinued Bushnell X-Tra Wide.... Looks like they're actually the same optic under the brand specific rubber armor... The maker mark appears to be an upper case K inside a Triangle... Anyone have...
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    Opticron HR 60?

    I happened across an Opticron HR60 at a local shop yesterday. It's an Opticron "HR60" Straight through with a green rubber armor. Had a zoom eyepiece that I believe was a 15-45x. The seller is asking a fairly reasonable amount. Curious if these are a decent scope? It was marked Japan...
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    Older Kowa TSN-3 performance?

    Curious how the older TSN-3 florite Kowas compare to the newer generations like the 883 and 770? If used with a modern eyepiece are they anywhere close to being comparable? I happen to have a TSN 614 and 613..I'd say they're the best scopes I've owned especially for the cost...But wonder how...
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    Unusual Swift Spotter?

    I recently came across a Swift Spotting Scope that I've not seen before... It's marked Swift Lynx Safari no.840 20x60mm....Fully Coated... I've lately taken a whim to try out an older Swift spotter...Went ahead and purchased this one. Not sure what to expect..Looks mint and for $54 maybe worth...
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    Does anyone still make a low power eyepiece?

    Is there anyone, anywhere that still offers a fixed, low power eyepiece for a modern spotting scope? Something around 15x? Lots of older spotters from half a century ago were equipped with them but the lowest I have seen that is modern is the 20x that Kowa discontinued a few years ago...
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    Older Swift 821

    Happened to come across an older but minty condition Swift 821 spotter in the local classifieds. Price is pretty reasonable for what it is and comes complete in case, tripod and all the eyepieces. I know it's an older glass, probably 70s? and realize they are older tech. (I have some modern...
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