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What is a Binocular Tripod Adapter

Posted on August 6, 2011 by Reviewer

A binocular tripod adapter is a simple device that connects your binoculars to any tripod, mono pod or other support with standard tripod thread. Should be usable with most modern binoculars. If in doubt contact your local dealer. Buy binocular … Continue reading →

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Barr and Stroud Sierra 8×32 Binoculars Review

Posted on August 3, 2011 by Reviewer

Straight out the box for the first time, the Barr & Stroud Sierra 8×32 binoculars feel like quality. The Rubber protective covering looks and feels great. Just like the Barr and Stroud Series 4 binoculars, the twist out cups are solid yet … Continue reading →

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Opticron Oregon 8×21 Monocular review

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Reviewer

The Opticron Oregon 8×21 monocular is designed as a “take anywhere” optical solution. Although it looks and performs the same as many cheaper brands, the colourful case is by far the best in class. This monocular is not in the … Continue reading →

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Hawke Optics Nature Trek 10×50 Monocular Review

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Reviewer

The Hawke Optics’s Nature Trek 10×50 monocular gives the same high performance as the Nature Trek binoculars, but without the weight. These come complete with a table top tripod, but I prefer to use as a steadying handle. The optics … Continue reading →

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Acuter MK 25mm spotting scope eyepiece review

Posted on July 30, 2011 by Reviewer

The Acuter MK 25mm eyepiece will transform the performance of your Acuter 65mm, 80mm and 100mm pro series spotting scopes. Comes with a collar thread for secure attachment. This eyepiece will give around 15-20x magnification depending on the scope used. … Continue reading →

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Helios Binocular Tripod Adapter Review

Posted on July 30, 2011 by Reviewer

Lightweight but strong binocular tripod adapter to fit porro and roof prism binoculars up to 50mm. Available in black or silver. First impressions are of a very sleek design that is very pleasing on the eye. Made of a metal … Continue reading →

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How to set up a Celestron Astromaster 130EQ Telescope

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Reviewer

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Opticron Piccolo 8×21 Binoculars Review

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Reviewer

This review is about the Piccolo internal focus mechanism version (pictured). Basically the same as the old Oregon 8×21 DLS. Optically very good for the price. The field of view is wide enough to easily follow moving targets. You get … Continue reading →

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Olivon QB 8×40 Binoculars Review

Posted on July 27, 2011 by Reviewer

Traditional style binoculars with good performance. Maybe not as wide a field of view as many similar priced 8×42 roof prisms, but the image is pleasantly bright and clear. Edge quality is a little disappointing, but on the other hand the … Continue reading →

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Celestron LCD Handheld Digital Microscope

Posted on July 27, 2011 by Reviewer

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