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    Solar filter for spotting scope???

    Thanks. One less dust collector for the shelf, and more time to chase birds and stars. Ditch the Gear, Have More Fun.
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    Solar filter for spotting scope???

    The one I have my as yet undamaged eye on is made by spectrum, is glass, and should attach using be three setting screws to the outside of my scope with only minor scratching. It is made for telescopes. You folks have got me wondering if cannibalizing a crap scope or binocular from the...
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    Solar filter for spotting scope???

    I have a case of the "I WANTS". What I want is a glass solar filter to fit over the big objective lens of my nice spotting scope. Will it be a fun thingy for me and my posse, or will it gather dust on a shelf. ???
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    Meopta Meopro HD80

    My scope is angled. They would swap it with a straight scope. Cheaper for them. The problem is a bad nitrogen fill. Any telescope shop should be able to do this without batting an eye. I'm incredulous that marketing and accounting departments at the Meopro company are disrespecting the good...
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    Meopta Meopro HD80

    GRRR!!! Minor problem, bad nitrogen purge. Meopta warranty stinks bigly. 12 week turnaround, and they can swap it out for something I don't want??? Crap on Meopta, look at the Vortex instead.
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    Spring Migration of raptors - Mexico

    I've been watching hawks and vultures migrate near my home in the unfashionable swamps at the base of the Blue ridge mountains. I suggest you go to the nearest hilltop and see what you've got. Me? 20 Red-Tails in an afternoon was an awesome day. 6 Turkey Vultures was not.
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    Low Cost Ninos for Hawkwatching

    Binos not Ninos, dern it!!!!
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    Low Cost Ninos for Hawkwatching

    My birdwatching bins are 10x50's, they have a scrunched field of view. I figured 7x50's would be better. I spent too many hours internet shopping, and FINALLY bought a pair of Nikon OceanPro marine bins from BandH photo. They cost 250 American. I made some homemade straps, and I plan to...
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    Good Boots

    American here. Forget the outdoorsy stores. Go to a place that sells working-man's shoes and clothing for carpenters, masons, and other roustabouts. Get yourself some shin high boots, gel inserts, and WOOL socks. They won't be as comfy as pricey hiking boots, but they will hold up better than...
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    Thoughts on Hawk-watching.

    One more feels the power of the Dark Side.. I just got back from my third hawkwatch of the season. Good day by any standard, hundreds of Broad-Wings over the Blue Ridge mountains. I bought a scope last year, and today it made the day much nicer. I found kettles and spotted birds that...
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    Camera or Bins and Scope?

    If you get a camera, make sure it has "shake resistance". I have used inadequate canon rebels for years, the 250 Lens with vibration resistance beats the 300 without hands down. Rabbit hole!!!
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    Thoughts on Hawk-watching.

    I've been attending a local hawkwatch about three times a season for the last four years. Here are some lessons I may have learned. 1) It's hard. Seems easy, right? Fifteen species or so? Nope. They all look exactly alike. 2) Respect the leader. He or she is an experienced fanatic. 3)...
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    Vortex Vulture HD 8x56

    I have the 15 x 56 diamondback. I wish they were the 8x 56. They would be terrific bins then, except for the weight. Better glass wouldn't hurt either.
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    I Bought a Scope for Hawk-watching,,,Advice????

    Done. Rigged up a sight on the scope with thin Bungie cord and a rubber plumbing washer from the junk drawer. Got on the moon overhead first try. Amazin' how much stuff you can do when you do stuff. Thanks peeps!
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    Scopes, It’s all so confusing…..

    I just posted a happy review of a meopta 80mm angled scope. About 1200 dollars American. Got it from BandH photo. Everyone says "try before you buy." They mean it. Don't be in any big hurry to part with coin, you might find that a first rate pair of bins would make you happier and cost less.
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