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    "Z" Cap Replacement

    Hey Everyone, Does anyone know where I can get a replacement hinge cap for the 42mm T*FLs? I'm looking for the small plastic cap that goes on the objective end of the hinge that has a stylized "Z" on it. Mine fell off and was lost forever. I've looked around, but have so far been unable to...
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    Disappointing Leica Repair

    I sent in a pair of Trinovid BN 8x32s for repair in May, 2022. I have not gotten them back yet and they will not provide a return date. They have offered me a pair of Trinovid HDs to replace them. I pointed out that the Trinovid BN line was replaced with the Ultravid line, but they don't want to...
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    Trinovid BN 8x50s

    I recently won a pair of 8x50s from the auction site for cheap. They were dirty and stinky with smudged lenses. I cleaned up the exterior with soap and water, compressed air, and wet wipes. They had fine sand in the focuser and in the eyecups which made their operation somewhat rough. I've...
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    Marine Binocular Recomendations, Please?

    I'm interested in IF, Porro-prism, 50mm binoculars. I absolutely don't need a pair. But I kind of want a pair, so I might go for it. I'm an ocean-going person, so I'll actually use them for their intended purpose. I'm kind of leaning towards the 7x50s without a compass. Do any of you have a pair...
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    Twitchers: A Very British Obsession?

    Does anyone know where I can stream the full show/movie? I haven't seen it in years.
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    NL Focus Wheel Problems After Washing

    I always thought that soap and brush that came with the NLs was a bit of a silly gimmick. But, when in Ecuador a couple months ago I transferred some sun screen from my hands to my binoculars. I figured it would wear off eventually, but it hasn't. So, why not try out the soap and brush? Clean...
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    Why Does Zeiss Still Use 42mm HTs in their Marketing?

    Does anyone know what is up with this? Zeiss still uses 42mm HTs in their marketing on their website. It's kinda lame, because it gets my hopes up that they are bringing them back. See the screenshot taken today. Maybe I am mistaken?
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    Going to Ecuador, Which Binoculars?

    I'm going to Ecuador for a couple weeks beginning on Christmas. I'll be spending time in the jungle and in the Galapagos. I'm travelling as light as I can, so I'm bringing my Kowa TSN 553 and one pair of binoculars. The choice is between my 7x42 Ultravids (HD+) and my 10x42 NLs. Recommendations...
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    I Like the Field Pro System

    Based on the complaints that I have read about it, I'm guessing this opinion is very unpopular, but I really like the Field Pro System. First, the streamlined objective lens covers are really nice. In my opinion way nicer than anything else out there. The omission of the band that goes around...
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    Questions for 42mm SF Users

    Hello All, I am thinking about getting a pair of 10x42s, and I am leaning towards the SFs. So, I have a couple of questions for 10x42 SF users specifically, but I'm sure 8x42 SFs users will be able to intelligibly contribute as well. Do you think that the extra wide field does actually help...
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    Broken CL Pockets... Again

    I dropped my CL Pockets and knocked them out of collimation. Also one of the hinges is now loose and floppy. They aren't very tough. This is the second time I have had to send them in for repairs since May 2019. Both times were decent smacks, but I have seen single-hinge 42mm binoculars survive...
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    Swarovski SLC 15x56 Review (1 year update) & BTX comparison

    In my original review I concluded with "In my limited experience, these binoculars are without flaw." This is still my opinion. That review can be found here: https://www.birdforum.net/showthread.php?t=370386 I have owned the SLC 15s for about a year, so I will provide some updated thoughts...
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    Swarovski Warranty Success

    Swarovski fixed my broken binoculars for free in about 7 weeks. It took longer than I had hoped, but they are back and working perfectly, so I guess I have no complaints. I broke my brand new CL 8x25s. They were in their case strapped to the waist strap of my backpack and I slipped and fell on...
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    Tiny Tripod

    Hello All, I sit at a desk with a window and a view both at home and at work. At home, I can see down to the ocean where I watch eagles, sea ducks, and gulls. Also, I can see some trees where I get chickadees and kinglets and an occasional warbler. And of course, ravens all the time. At...
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    Leica Freedom Train!

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leica_Freedom_Train Holy smokes. I just stumbled across this. Leica and the Leitz family were reportedly smuggling Jewish people out of Nazi Germany leading up to and during World War II. I couldn't believe it when I read the Wikipedia page. I knew that Leica...
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    New Ultravid HD-Plus 'Customized'

    Beautiful. Really nicely done. Available in 8x32, 10x32, 8x42, & 10x42. http://us.leica-camera.com/World-of-Leica/Leica-News/Global/2018/Precision-meets-elegance -as you were, q
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    Swarovski SLC 15x56 Review

    I purchased the SLC 15s a few weeks ago from one of the nationwide hunting stores. So far, I really like them and haven't noticed anything that needs to be improved. I haven’t had the opportunity to compare these 15s side-by-side to any of others. Once, I got to handle the Conquests, and I have...
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    Doubler/Booster Recommendation Please

    Hello All, I just bought 15x56 SLCs. They are so good. I’ll write about them in a few weeks. Can anybody recommend a doubler/booster for these? Searching the internet I have found that Vortex and Opticron make doublers that slip over the eyepieces. Anybody have experience with either of these...
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    Victory HT 15x54?

    Apologies if this thread already exists. Is Zeiss going to make a 15x54 Victory HT? I don't understand why they would make the big objective without also making the big magnification. Also, a 15x54 with 95% light transmission would be totally awesome. -as you were, q
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    Vortex 2018 Viper HD Review

    Wow, I posted this in another thread. It was buried under a bunch of toxic crap and brand loyalty and brand distrust. Here is my honest review after a couple months of ownership: Hi Everybody, I bought a pair of 2018 Viper 12x50s a couple months ago. I like them. I may get some first-class 12s...
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    Monarch 7 8x42s, a love story...

    Hi everybody, I have owned and carried monarch 7 8x42s for four and a half years. I think they are wonderful. Bright, clear, good color, compact, comfortable... they have showed me many beautiful things in their service. I identified my first bird with these baby’s (harlequin), I identified my...
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    Binocular Scalability

    I came up with this thing that relates binocular models to one another based on their magnification and exit pupil. I think I came up with something that is telling, but I am not sure. For instance, my calculations say that a 15x56 is a scaled up version of a 12x50 is a scaled up version of a...
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