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Recent content by Billj123

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    Best 8x Bino’s for the money

    Which pair fits you best and provides the best view?
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    In Search of the Perfect Compact Binoculars for Active Woods Adventures

    The important thing is to go try them... everything depends on how they fit your face.
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    In Search of the Perfect Compact Binoculars for Active Woods Adventures

    30's will weigh a bit more but no finicky eye placement issues and a much nicer field of view!
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    In Search of the Perfect Compact Binoculars for Active Woods Adventures

    Mine fit in the pocket of a bdu shirt but I prefer a strap & pouch.
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    In Search of the Perfect Compact Binoculars for Active Woods Adventures

    I'm going to suggest trying a Kowa BDII 6.5x32, not a true compact but a reasonably priced waterproof, small, light roof with a very useable wide field. Great depth of field for a roof and perfect birding in thick woods.
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    Which binocular(s) did you use today?

    Today I got to try out a new-to-me 8X30 Nikon E (C) while dodging rain storms. Highlight of the day was how many Cardinals I saw and how rich the red came through a 30ish year old pair.
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    I met this bird in Asturias Spain in Picos de Europa. I would love to know what kind of bird it is.

    Welcome to the forums!
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    Season's Greetings

    Merry Christmas!
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    Bino Thoughts

    Hi Bill, hopefully your new venture keeps you busy but not too busy to post. I enjoy your posts, have learned a lot from them and I hope you continue to do so. As far as the rest of your post goes though I don't think it's fair to expect someone new to optics to have read your book or correctly...
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    Interviews with Optics Repairers: Bill Cook

    That's great, someone with as much passion, knowledge and experience as Bill has for binoculars needs to stay involved in the field. Good luck!
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    Glass at Value

    I saw the Fuji KF 8x32 but was still surprised to not see a vote for the Sightron Blue Sky
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    Tips for new bins

    I'd like to second PhilR's Atlas Optics ED recommendation. I recently purchased a pair myself and can't see the justification for spending more on mid-level optics. There are certainly differences in ergonomics but the glass won't be bettered anywhere close to the price range. Plenty of folks...
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    Hello from Ohio!

    Hi, I've been lurking around for some time researching binoculars for my wife and I so we can begin birding. Thanks for all the great threads and information!
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