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  1. rdnzl

    What happened to the "Good Deals" topic?

    Where did it go?
  2. rdnzl

    16x and steady views. Sig Zulu6 16x42

    I never would have thought I could view handheld at 16X with binoculars. But here it is. I stood on my back porch and read signs with fairly small print at well over a block away. Image is pretty darned good as well. Nice and sharp with good color and in focus all the way to the edge. I have no...
  3. rdnzl

    NBD Pentax SP 20x60 WP

    Got them about an hour ago. My first impressions are quite good. Great ergonomics. The shape of the barrels is really good, and the thumb indents are perfect. For a large binocular, they feel well balanced in my hands. Interesting design choice by Pentax to have the armor on the barrels be not...
  4. rdnzl

    Canon 10x30 IS II first views.

    These arrived today. I've spent about a half hour with them on my porch, watching Robins and squirrels. I am quite impressed. I already own an 8x20 IS, and I wanted just a bit more magnification. The IS works great. I was worried that having to hold down the button would be a pain, but it's...
  5. rdnzl

    Bushnell Legend Ultra HD 10x25

    This little thing showed up today. After dark, of course, so I will post my thoughts on their optical performance tomorrow. For now I can comment on the build quality. When I first picked them up, I expected them to feel lighter in my hand because they are so small. Not heavy by any means, but...
  6. rdnzl

    Meade MasterClass Pro ED 10x56

    Meade MasterClass Pro ED 10x56mm flat field binoculars. These came the other day. Here are some of my observations and opinions so far. Their color really ISN'T even close to the blue in the online vendor photos. Even my photos make them a but brighter color than they are. But pretty close...
  7. rdnzl

    Celestron Regal ED 8x42 Mini Review.

    Celestron Regal ED 8x42 Flat Field binoculars. These arrived this morning. I've been outside with them for about an hour. I didn't experience any of the blackouts or kidney beaning that I was concerned about that some people had issues with because of the long eye relief these have. At full...
  8. rdnzl

    Best 10x50 Porro for under $200

    What is the best 10x50 porro binocular for under $200 in your opinion? For birds, wildlife and the stars. And why?
  9. rdnzl

    Canon 8 x 20 IS Decision

    After changing my mind on getting the 12x36 III, I have decided that the 8x20 IS will be my first IS binocular. I like size, and the fact that they stay on for five minutes which will allow easy one handed operation. I also liked what some of you have said about the quality of the views. They...
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    • Forum: Canon
  10. rdnzl

    New Binocular Day. Kowa BD II XD 8x42

    I've already been enjoying the Kowa BD II XD 6.5x32, and I have been very impressed with them. So I ordered the 8x42 version, and they arrived this morning. They are ever bit as impressive as the 6.5x32, and them some. The 6.5 focus wheel is a little light, moving quite easily, the 8x42 is...
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    • Forum: Kowa
  11. rdnzl

    Tract Toric 10x50 UHD HT impressions.

    WOW. Seriously? How can these be $700 glass? If you handed them to me and they were in a bag with the end cut out so I can't see what they are, I'd guess something that cost $1500 or more. No bullshit. The views are that good. Today is a dark and rainy day, and these things offer nice bright...
  12. rdnzl

    C4. Anybody own one?

    I am looking at a C4 15x56. I'm interested in some hands on opinions. There doesn't seem to be a lot of reviews on them. Anybody own one?
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    • Forum: Maven
  13. rdnzl

    Alpen Teton. Anyone own a pair?

    Are these any good? They have Abbe-Koenig prisms. I've not come across a pair to look through at any store. I know that people say they are a little on the large side. But how are they optically? Thanks
  14. rdnzl

    12x36 IS III is on the way. A couple questions

    I am taking the plunge and getting my first IS binocular, and it will arrive tomorrow. I am excited to see what it can do for me. I see that they do not come with objective caps. I find that pretty unacceptable, but it is what it is. I will be finding some caps. I have caps for every set I own...
    • rdnzl
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    • Forum: Canon
  15. rdnzl

    Nikon 10x70 5.1 degree worth getting?

    Are these beasts any good?
  16. rdnzl

    Fujinon 7x50 FMTR-SX vs. Nikon 7x50 SP Red Line

    Which would you choose, and why?
  17. rdnzl

    Nikon 8x30 EII Still Worth getting?

    Title says it. Are these still worth buying or they they approaching obsolescence in the porro world? Real user opinions please.
  18. rdnzl

    Steiner 8x30 Military+Marine

    I picked up the little brother to my MM 7x50. These are a lot smaller. The views are really nice, and the eyecups are perfect for blocking out side light. They will carry great on hikes. They came with the Steiner floating neck strap. I have the bino bib coming for them tomorrow. A couple pics...
  19. rdnzl

    Steiner Military+Marine 7x50

    They are big, chunky, and relatively heavy. But the views are quite good. The "Sports Auto Focus" marketing term, is just that. Marketing. Everything beyond about 60 feet is in focus, and anything closer, you just turn the individual focusers. I guess they thought they had to call it something...
  20. rdnzl

    $300 Porro suggestions please

    I've got an itch to buy a decent porro for birding and a bit of stargazing. I have quite a few vintage porros that do pretty well, but I'm interested in something new, with modern coatings. I'd like to keep it around $300-$350. Maybe something Amazon sells, so if I don't like it, I can return...
  21. rdnzl

    Sears 6287A 7x35 Super Wide Angle 12.5deg advice needed.

    Would I be overpaying if I found a Sears 6287A 7x35 Super Wide Angle 12.5deg in pretty good shape, for $200? I think it's the same as the Cardinal. Nice looking, and hard to come by. I seemed to remember people saying the wide views were pretty good. Any minuses you can think of with...
  22. rdnzl

    Rangemaser 7x35 with THUMB focus?

    I've come across a Rangemaster that has an odd looking thumb slider for focusing instead of a center wheel? Anybody know more about this model? Worth getting? Or pass? thanks
  23. rdnzl

    Swift Trilyte #805 7x35 opinions please

    What are your opinions of the Swift Trilyte 7x35 Model 805 roof prism binocular? I don't find much info on them. I might pick one up for pretty cheap, but I need a push one way or the other.
  24. rdnzl

    Ultravid 10x25 BR. My first alpha class pocketable binocular.

    I saw these on sale for $50 off, and after the recommendations from members here and some reviews around the net, I took the plunge. My only real experience with anything close to this small was some old Pentax and a not overly expensive Nikon compact that I can't remember the model of. They...
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    • Forum: Leica
  25. rdnzl

    Leather case for UV 10x25

    Does anyone make a good leather case for the Leica Ultravid BR 10x25? Or does someone have one to spare I could buy? I just ordered the binoculars and they will come with a cordura case that I am sure will be perfectly functional. I just like the look of leather cases. I have them for other...
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    • Forum: Leica
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