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Opticron Oregon CLS Binoculars review

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Reviewer

Perfect starter pair for those who want quality optics , but cant not afford the extra for nitrogen waterproof. Available in 8×21 and 10×25. The 8×21 is by far the best option, with a clearer, sharper view with a wide … Continue reading →

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Opticron SR GA 8×32 Binoculars Review

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Reviewer

No nonsense high performance binoculars. Designed for those who put quality of optics ahead of modern bodies with nitrogen waterproofing. The picture window wide angle is bright and sharp to the edge. These will outperform many 8×42 roof prisms costing … Continue reading →

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What does IPD mean

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Reviewer

When you look up binocular specs you may see something like “IPD 54~72mm”. So what does this mean ?. IPD stands for Inter Pupillary Distance. This is the distance in mm from the centre of one eye piece to the … Continue reading →

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Skywatcher 2″ Erecting prism

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Reviewer

CNC machined and black anodised barrels. 45 degree angled. Complete with 1.25″ adaptor. Brass compression rings. Threaded for 2″ filters. Fully Multi-coated. Buy the Skywatcher 2″ erecting prism here

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Opticron Discovery WP PC 10×42 Binoculars Review

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Reviewer

It would be easy to say they are pretty similar to the 8×42 with a bit more power and leave it at that. The reality is that they are very much different. Visually the 8x and 10x look and weigh … Continue reading →

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Opticron Hiker 8×21 Binoculars Review

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Reviewer

Increasingly difficult to buy, the Hiker 8×21 binoculars are one of Opticrons best kept secrets. The optics are superb, and easily outperform many similar priced 50mm models. No internal reflection and high quality optics give an image much brighter and … Continue reading →

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Helios Apollo 28×110 Binoculars Review

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Reviewer

Make no mistake, these are BIG. At 7.1kg you will need a substantial tripod. Don’t even try to hand hold. As you would expect, you get a very bright image. These are designed for long distance terrestrial and astronomical … Continue reading →

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Visionary 7×17 UF Binoculars Review

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Reviewer

Space age little binoculars that look a bit gimmicky , but are anything but. One of the few binoculars that don’t give a round image. Instead you get a wide screen view similar to your TV. The end result is better than … Continue reading →

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Visionary Classic 10×50 binoculars

Posted on July 16, 2011 by Reviewer

Basic OEM binoculars for those on a budget. BaK-7 prisms and fully coated optics give a low contrast image. But for the price they do the job. Popular with people who prefer the larger porro prism design. Good all rounders … Continue reading →

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What are OEM binoculars and Telescopes

Posted on July 16, 2011 by Reviewer

Have you ever noticed that many budget binoculars, telescopes, spotting scopes and accessories all look the same ?. Well there’s a very good chance they are. OEM products are bought by many suppliers from the same factory. All of the … Continue reading →

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