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    Is there a way to check if a bino has Swarobright?

    I'm interested in a local Swarovski 8x50 SLC. Serial number says 2002 manufactured (D7227XXXXX) I know Swarovski started dielectric prism coatings (Swarobright) in 1999 and many model switched over in 2001. Is there any way to tell if this 2002 SLC has dielectric coatings? No original box...
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    Early attempts at wildlife videography

    I have been doing wildlife photography for a while, but I am trying to do more video work. Editing is quite a daunting process, and I have realized I need a good microphone as all my shots from last week are nothing but wind noise. Either way, I managed to piece together a short video. Let me...
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    Merlin takes down a Rock Dove, then promptly has its prize stolen.

    Here is a video I put together of the action in my yard a few days ago. First attempt at a wildlife video so please don't judge it too harshly!
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    12x50 B1 (non HD)

    There is a 12x50 B1 non-HD model for sale locally near me for $300 USD. I have B1 10x42 HD and love them. Does anyone have experience with the older 12x50?
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    Do you use objective covers?

    Reading through these forums it seems like most use and have strong opinions on what makes a good objective cover. Am I in the minority in that I don't see the need for objective covers at all? To me they just get in the way, flopping around. Or you put your binos up to see a bird and there is...
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    Can Starlings imitate Soras?

    I heard an interesting call on this morning's walk. It sounded just like a Sora, except cut shorter than a typical Sora call. It's also early for a Sora here and a fair ways away from typical Sora habitat. There were a lot of Starlings around. Do they imitate a Sora call? I would have thought...
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    Churchill, MB - June

    I'm looking into going to Churchill this June. Looking to fly in on a Monday and leave that Saturday. My work schedule allows me to go either June 6-11 or June 20-25. I haven't arranged accommodations yet. Could split a room and split a 4x4 rental (I was only looking to rent a car for 1 or...
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    Great Grey Owl Behavior

    I have a question for those who are familiar with Great Grey Owl behavior. I have seen these owls several times, mostly flying across the road late at night, but I have also seen them perched during the day in the woods. The question I have is I am a member of a local Facebook bird group. The...
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    Rough Legged Hawk? Central Alberta Canada

    Obvious dark patch on wing and white band should make this guy a Rough Legged Hawk. Correct? Central Alberta Canada, March 23.
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    Do I want an EII 8x30?

    Hey everyone, I currently have a Meopta 10x42 HD Meostar and a Swarovski 8x20 BN. I love them both and use the Meopta when my primary purpose is birding and the Swarovski get thrown in my pocket or on my belt on hikes or family walks. I feel like I would be better served with a binocular with...
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    Need pocket bino, is the Swarovski 8x20 B N a good buy?

    I want a bino to slip in my pocket, toss in a backpack or keep on my belt for walking the dog, backpacking, climbing ect. I intend to use this binocular A LOT. I have top notch 10x42s for birding, but I want something small, light and discreet for activities where optics aren't the main focus...
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    Beaverhill Lake

    Anyone have recent intel on this location? I was there around 2012 and remember the whole place looked like it would be dried up in a few years. How is the water level now? Is there access to the wet areas, or just grassland that used to be lake?
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    Help ID, Alberta Canada

    Hi, I'm a total novice so please excuse me if I don't have the right information. I was out today and saw a bird. My description is: very defined black mask with slender white outer ring, brown fading to yellow body, bright yellow tail, bright, vibrant narrow red bar near back of wing, swallow...
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    How old should a child be to use binoculars effectively?

    Hi everyone, I have a daughter turning 4 in a month and she loves to go for "nature walks." I am wondering if I got her binoculars if it would be something she could use and have fun with, or if they would just be frustrating and it would be better for her to use her naked eye. I let her look...
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    Meostar 10x42mm HD full review

    Although I wrote this review for the hunting forums I frequent, some on here may find it useful. It's my first comprehensive review of anything and I'm no professional. Let me know what you think. Cabela’s Euro HD/Meopta Meostar 10x42mm HD Review Branding and price class: There seems to be a...
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    Mid-range vs. Second Tier

    The following is going to be some rambling thoughts of mine after looking at some binoculars in the store today followed by a few questions. I have some optics knowledge as I used to be quite into astronomy and I also hunt and target shoot. I own a pair of Nikon Porro 10x50s and a Bass Pro...
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    Cabelas Euro HD vs Meostar HD

    I searched this forum and found a thread from 2011 with the consensus being that the Cabelas Euro had identical optics to the Meostar. Can anyone confirm that Cabelas Euro HD has the same optics as the Meostar HD in 10x42mm? It seems odd to me that Cabelas whole line is labeled HD while only the...
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    Kowa TSN-663M Questions

    Hey everyone. I'm upgrading my spotting scope (currently using a Redfield Rampage, which is pretty bad) and am really looking at the Kowa. My questions are: what is the objective made of? Coming from astronomy equipment, spotting scopes seem to be much more vague about what glass is in the...
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