August 28th, 2008 / No Comments » / by webmaster
Alpen 15-45×60 w/45 deg. eye piece, wtrpf Spotting Scope
From Alpen Outdoor Corp.
Spotting Scope users demand top quality optics that perform flawlessly under all weather conditions. Alpen Spotting Scopes are nitrogen filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant.
Features
* 15-45x zoom magnification with multi-coated optics for a bright image
* 45 degree eye piece for easy viewing when standing
* Waterproof / Fogproof - Nitrogen filled body design
* Retractable sunshade and rubber armored design
* Table top tripod and nylon case
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August 27th, 2008 / No Comments » / by webmaster
Celestron 52275 C130 Maksutov Spotting Scope
From Celestron
An upgrade from the 90mm Mak, this 130mm Mak offers images that are twice as bright as the 90mm, allowing for better performance in low light conditions. The Maksutov optical design is recognized for being a portable design that is easy to use and has a variety of applications, making it an excellent choice for both terrestrial and astronomical usage. This C130 Mak has excellent optics with razor sharp images over a wide field. The C130 Mak features an internal flip mirror design which allows the user to view celestial objects at a 90 degree angle and also corrects the image orientation to view land objects at a 45 degree angle. This model features durable black rubber armor for protection and comes complete inside its own soft sided carrying case. The C130 Mak’s mounting bar is designed to work with a traditional heavy duty photo tripod and is also adaptable to Celestron’s Advanced GT equatorial mount.
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August 26th, 2008 / No Comments » / by webmaster
Yukon Advanced Optics 6-100×100 Angled Eyepiece High Powered Spotting Scope Tripod Kit
Affordable scope with excellent performance5
I recently bought this scope and used it for spotting wildfowl on the far side of the reservoir. It focusses clearly, up to the maximum magnification enabling identification of distant birds on the water, even in low light. The field of view is very good, too.Obviously the image loses some luminosity at higher magnifications,
but that is physics. I used it on a tripod, or just propped on a parapet and that worked fine. Presumably the scopes costing around a thousand GBP have better coating, but this one compares well with my recollection of looking through one of them. I quickly got used to switching from the 6-25x to 25-100x modes. Very happy with it and would recommend.
John
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Tags: Spotting Scope, Tripod Kit, Yukon
August 26th, 2008 / No Comments » / by webmaster
Barska Blueline 10×40 Close Focus Monocular
From Barska
List Price: $92.90
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OK, my take on the Barska Blueline 10×40 Close Focus Monocular. Semi-compact size, sturdy rubberized body, feels like build quality. The image is somewhat sharp, slightly color fringed, reasonably bright.
I guess I really hadn’t considered the way a monocular operates. That a tubular 10x optic with a limited field of view really has to be steadied with both hands to keep vertigo from setting in. Hmmm, kind of an awkward position for the hands, one ahead of the other on the barrel, elbows on the desk.
Which sets the thing at chest height unfortunately, unless I want to sit on a paint can. In the chair, I’m hunching over on it, which tips my head forward, my eyeball squinting upward into the eyepiece. Neckstrain, eyestrain.
Now to focusing with that rotating eyepiece. Remember two hands holding it steady? Now you have just one. Which way to turn? Find out by turning one way and see if anything happens. About two full revolutions between the stops. No? Back the other way then. What’s that? Your bird flew off already?
So my conclusion is this. Nothing wrong with this monocular. Works as claimed. If you need an optic mainly to get a positive ID on a bird or critter, fine.
But…if you are into your birds, would like a nice sharp image and good color, might enjoy some watching as well as just “spotting”…well, I’m springing for compact binoculars!
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Tags: Barska, Close Focus, monocular
August 25th, 2008 / No Comments » / by webmaster
Brunton Echo 7×18 Pocket Scope
From Brunton
List Price: $30.00
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Quality optics have never been so small. Built with BaK-4 prism glass, the multi-coated 7x power Echo pocket scope has a near focus of only 13 inches, yet still delivers a terrific view from a distance (including a 181-foot field of view at 1,000 yards). More significantly, the Echo measures a mere 1.3 by 3.3 inches–not much bigger than a cigarette lighter–helping it fit handily in a shirt pocket or hiking pack. Whether you want to spy on your pals down the street or spot a mockingbird from a distance, the Echo delivers.
Additional features include an 18mm objective lens, a 2.6mm exit pupil, and a 12mm eye relief. The Echo, which weighs only 1.8 ounces, comes with both a neck lanyard and a carrying case and is backed by a one-year warranty.
What’s in the Box?
Echo pocket scope, lanyard, carrying case, user’s manual
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Tags: Brunton, monocular, Pocket Scope
August 25th, 2008 / No Comments » / by webmaster
Canon 10×30 Image Stabilization Binoculars w/Case, Neck Strap & Batteries
From Canon
List Price: $640.00
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Great Purchase
My family and I go up to the Yellowstone area every year and enjoy looking for wolves and bears. This year I decided to do like the professionals and buy a spotting scope. I found a highly rated one on Amazon, but then I stumbled on these binoculars. While the scope was good, the binoculars were amazing.
The main advantage of a scope is that it holds still so you can see the animals. The problem is sometimes people bump the scope with their eyes thus moving and it and inconveniently the animals decide to move as well.
With these binoculars the wide field of view makes it easy to find the animals and with image stabilization there is no problem seeing them clearly.
Needless to say, the scope was returned but I kept the binoculars. If I were a little richer I would have the gotten the 12x model. With most binoculars increased power just means increased shake, but with the image stabilization that shouldn’t be a problem.
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August 23rd, 2008 / No Comments » / by webmaster
Bushnell 20×50 Super High-Powered Surveillance Binoculars
From Bushnell
List Price: $89.95
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Like their roof prism relatives, the porro prism line-up provides great durability and performance in a “traditional” porro prism design. Compact to full-sized, the contemporary styling houses fully coated optics. Suffice to say, images are crisp, clear and bright - even in low light. Affordable for any and all interested in magnifying life to its fullest.PRODUCT FEATURES: Multi-coated optics for superior light transmission and brightness; Non-slip rubber armor absorbs shock while providing a firm grip; Contemporary styling.
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August 23rd, 2008 / No Comments » / by webmaster
Nikon Action 8×40 Binocular
From Nikon
List Price: $108.95
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ABSOLUTLY THE BEST BINOCULARS AT THIS PRICE RANGE
Nikon Action 8×40
Nikon’s Action series has always been their entry level effort. The series has gone through some pretty radical changes over the years. Nikon seems to be much more adventuresome at this price point than they are in their top of the line products. The latest Action binoculars all feature aspheric lens technology.
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Tags: binoculars, hunting optics, nikon
August 22nd, 2008 / No Comments » / by webmaster
Berkley 50 lb. Digital Fish Scale
From Berkley
List Price: $19.99
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Exellent tool for international traveller
I bought this scale to weight my suitcases before I travel. I always travel with maximum weight allowed, this lets me pack my suitcases to the maximum weight allowed in peace and quite at home. Prior to this I would use a personal scale, which was not very accurate, and often I would have to repack my suitcase at the airport, which was rather inconvenient. This is little marvel.
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August 22nd, 2008 / No Comments » / by webmaster
Plano 3500 Size Tackle Box
From Plano
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All the tackle organization you need! Get this multi-compartment Plano 4-BY Rack Loader! Boxes within boxes… just pull out the Set you need! Each Plano Rack Loader comes with 4 ProLatch see-through tackle boxes for separating your gear by use. So finding everything, even if you have a large collection, is a snap! Rugged construction, designed for long-lasting use by the fishing experts at Plano. Get your next Tackle Box at the Guide for LESS! Here’s what you get: DuraView front cover for easy viewing; 4 extra-tough ProLatch utility boxes; Bulk storage under lid for even more tackle; Measures 11 x 7 1/4 x 10″. Give your tackle a dependable, durable ride! Please Note: tackle not included. Order Today! Plano 4-BY Rack Loader Tackle Box
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