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Tag Archives: hawke
Hawke Vantage 8×42 binoculars vs Hawke Nature Trek 8×42
At first glance at the specs, these two binoculars seem very similar. Yet a closer look at the edge of field sharpness will show that the nature trek does give better results. How important edge of field quality is, will … Continue reading
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Hawke Endurance 25-75×85 ED spotting scope review
Upgraded from the previous model , taking the max magnification right up to 75x from 60x, the Hawke Endurance 25-75×85 ED spotting scope helps you reach more distant targets. This is no lightweight, which says a lot about the quality … Continue reading
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Hawke HDX 10×32 binoculars review
With a life time warranty, and a tough body to operate in extremes of conditions, the Hawke HDx 10×32 binoculars are a true take anywhere binocular built to last. Although not ED, the image is extremely bright and clear , … Continue reading
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Hawke digi-scoping adapter for Endurance ED and Nature Trek spotting scopes
Model number 64026 digi-scoping adapter to fit the following Hawke spotting scopes Endurance ED 50mm , ED 68mm and 85mm 2020 onwards models Nature Trek 65mm and 80mm models 2017 onwards (will not fit nature trek compact 56mm) . See … Continue reading
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Hawke Frontier APO 8×42 review
The Hawke Frontier APO 8×42 binoculars were introduced, not to replace the EDx, but as an addition to the Frontier family. The key word that gets the attention of discerning users is Apo or Apochromatic . This triplet lens configuration … Continue reading
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Viking Ventura 8×25 vs Hawke Endurance ED 8×25 binoculars
Today we are looking at two very capable compact binoculars in the mid price range. Both have their own attributes, but with very little between them. The Ventura has a closer focus and slightly brighter image. The Endurance ED have … Continue reading
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Hawke Endurance ED 8×25 monocular review
The Hawke Endurance 8×25 ED monocular is an ultra compact solution, weighing only 150g. Ideal for keeping in a pocket or hanging from your wrist with the strap included. Can also be attached to a belt , using the soft … Continue reading
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Hawke Endurance ED 12×50 binoculars. Blog post 2nd Aug 2020
A customer came to the Northern optics Optics weekend looking for a set of good quality binoculars for birdwatching. Knowing the reserve they visit, I was aware that they needed a little extra magnification without reducing image quality. After try … Continue reading
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Hawke Frontier EDx 8×42 binoculars. Blog post November 2019
It was a very dull and damp day at Northern Optics when a customer visited our Optics weekend at Barton`s Waters` edge visitor centre. So you could say it was perfect conditions for a customer looking for a set of … Continue reading
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Hawke HD X 8×42 binoculars. Blog post November 2019
It`s always nice when a customer visits our Optics Weekends as a result of a recommendation. In this case the buyer needed a good quailty set of binoculars with 8x magnification. But were open to options with 10x. It was … Continue reading
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