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    Old v's new?

    Thanks Joachim. Yep I was wondering if I should extend the middle one to be more stable rather than the lowest section. Good point. Mine has an aiming device, and it does help! I certainly am enjoying the view. Best wishes Q
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    My backpack is a Cley Spy Mule, and has a removable 'camera pouch' that has a waterbottle pouch. It works well and saves carrying yet another pouch/bag etc.
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    Old v's new?

    Update no. 2: It's been a while since I asked my original question about old v's new scopes. In that time I've used a friend's Swarovski ATS 80mm with a 25x50 eyepiece on the wetland I frequent and noted the ability to identify birds at a distance with it's zoom, seen a couple of Vortex and a...
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    Old v's new?

    Update: As mentioned at the start, I've an Optolyth TGB80 with x20w eyepiece in a case with a strap and a Manfrotto 290B tripod with a 200 head that has a quick release plate. I've started to use it properly for the first time walking around a local wetland. Originally I'd release the 'scope...
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    OK thank you for the thoughts, I'll investigate the x20 eyepiece too
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    Thank you both for your thoughts, I'd no idea of how the design changed. I'll check out the security strap too.
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    Old v's new?

    Thanks Peter. I'm rapidly coming round to the idea of having a look around at kit, especially with a field day from In Focus close by in early March. Maybe seek out shops locally if I get impatient. I've generally used the scope and bins without wearing my glasses but I've just realised I'm...
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    Old v's new?

    Thanks Peter. I think I need to investigate new eyepieces for this function alone, or I'm either walking somewhat blurry eyed, or juggling glasses and bins. Hmmmm more food for thought!
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    Old v's new?

    I've just returned from a quick amble testing some new mitts in the cold wind and took along the 'scope and tripod. I've only recently realised my vision outside has been a bit blurry and it is resolved by wearing my 'distance' glasses normally kept in the car for driving. Using my Zeiss bins...
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    Old v's new?

    Thank you Jorge for taking the time to reply. You've proved a new eyepiece is compatible with my telescope, that's good to know. I now need to try and view some of these eyepieces and find out exactly how they offer improvement over my standard Optolyth one. Many thanks Q
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    Thanks 4John, It is good to get to know how people manage their kit. From my trips so far, I don't need an immediate response, so can be casual about setting up. I just need to make sure it all doesn't crash into one another or strangle me in the process! I'm scanning using binoculars, see...
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    Old v's new?

    Hi, Thank you for the reassurances. It's good to get an opinion of the head, and that the qr is sound. I have paracord and can 'invent' a clip safety line. I like adapting things. I think that's the thing that I haven't really got sorted yet - how to carry the kit, plus bins to enable me to...
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    Old v's new?

    Hiya, just been looking at SW Optics website. Are they always open? It just implies you have to book an appointment...
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    Old v's new?

    Ah messages coming as I type! I'd heard there was somewhere in Torbay... thanks for the heads-up. I remember Infocus from ages ago, will keep an eye on their events. Thanks for the comments.
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    Old v's new?

    Hi Daniel, Thanks for replying. I wasn't aware I could swap eyepieces across brands, that might be worth a look. Not sure where to go down here. I previously managed to get to Focus Optics when up on family business but thyve gone. It was a great place to try kit...
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    Old v's new?

    Hi 4John, Thanks for replying. being nosy I've had a quick look at larger scopes on the web and as you say, I think the weight is similar to mine. I'm not a 'travelling birder' at the moment, simply needing to do a job. As you say, I might as well stick with what I've got, I just need to learn...
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    Old v's new?

    Hi Gang, Some questions from an old 'newbie' regarding telescopes, tripods and how the equipment has changed since buying my kit. I bought a telescope and tripod ~ 30 years ago and only used it once or twice before other family commitments stopped me in my tracks, though have kept up using my...
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