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Swarovski 8×30 CL Companion: Blue Birds in 3D

January 7, 2016 by Dragan No Comments
I like 8x30s. I started with one such pair, until I capsized my kayak and had to swim to...
Yellow rumped wabler on branch
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A Spring Appetizer and a Review of the Opticron Countryman BGA

May 1, 2015 by Carrie No Comments
Perhaps I was always destined for disappointment this spring, between last year’s ridiculous May migration bonanza and the killer...
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Back to Forest Park – and a Review of the Opticron Natura BGA

January 23, 2015 by Carrie No Comments
I was feeling fairly disheartened. My big year, after starting off with an incredible rarity, had fizzled. A literal...
Opticron Traveller BGA Mg 8x32s on a blue pillow
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Review: The Opticron Traveller BGA Mg

September 26, 2014 by Carrie 1 Comment
Every birder wants the best optics possible. But what that means often depends on circumstance. I love my Swarovski...
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Calling All Kids! (And Those Who Bird With Them!)

June 3, 2014 by Meredith Mann No Comments
If you are a young birder, or have helped mentor one, Leica Sport Optics wants to reward your enthusiasm....
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S4 Gear Lockdown Binocular Harness

May 27, 2011 by Mike 12 Comments
Birders around the world are united by their passion for glass, by which I mean high-end optics. We crave...
Reviews, Trips

Me, Spain and the EL50 Swarovision

February 15, 2011 by Dale Forbes 12 Comments
“The most outstanding binoculars I have ever seen” and “unexpectedly comfortable and stable”.  I cannot tell you how many...
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Review: Swarovski 10X42 EL Swarovision Binocular

September 29, 2010 by Corey 2 Comments
Why would Swarovski Optik decide to completely revamp their classic EL line of binoculars?  Birders all over the world...
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