I bought the Vortex 8x42! Thanks for your help! I look forward to them servicng me well!!
mark gilligan said
Sat Jun 13 11:50 AM, 2009
Thanks to you all. I'll let you know!
Mike Crawley said
Sat Jun 13 9:07 AM, 2009
Mark, try to go somewhere that you try the binocular out. Focal Point is ideal for this and their advice is good - http://www.fpoint.co.uk/ Dependent on where you live Birdnet in Buxton is well stocked and well priced, again super advice available - http://www.birdnet.co.uk/ If you're in Stockport or restricted to public transport then the Stockport Binocular and Telescope Centre in Edgeley is a good bet, again excellent advice - http://www.telescopes-binoculars.co.uk/acatalog/Choosing_your_binoculars.html Spend as much as you can afford, would be my only advice.
JOHN TYMON said
Fri Jun 12 6:06 PM, 2009
jessops were doing all binoculars at half price when i looked the other day
Mark Rigby said
Fri Jun 12 12:26 PM, 2009
Have a look at Vortex Crossfire 8x42 for about £135.
They give a very bright image and are good in low light conditions. They also have a good field of view. They come with a lifetime guarantee and are waterproof etc.
I have recommended them to several people who are very happy with them for the money!
mark gilligan said
Fri Jun 12 11:28 AM, 2009
Thanks Sid. I have around £150 ish
sid ashton said
Fri Jun 12 10:15 AM, 2009
Welcome to the forum Mark - for binoculars the choice depends a lot on the budget but don't buy cheapies from the newspapers that claim trillions of times magnification!!!!. If your not sure about it best to go to one of the specialists - Focal Point they are only minutes from the M56 close to junction 10 and the A559 towards Northwich, or In Focus at Martin Mere where they both have a good selection and are willing to give advice.
mark gilligan said
Fri Jun 12 7:51 AM, 2009
Morning all!
Thinking of getting a new pair for my birthday in two weeks. Happy with the scope I have but my bins are not good. What would you suggest?
Thanks for your help!
I look forward to them servicng me well!!
I'll let you know!
Focal Point is ideal for this and their advice is good - http://www.fpoint.co.uk/
Dependent on where you live Birdnet in Buxton is well stocked and well priced, again super advice available - http://www.birdnet.co.uk/
If you're in Stockport or restricted to public transport then the Stockport Binocular and Telescope Centre in Edgeley is a good bet, again excellent advice - http://www.telescopes-binoculars.co.uk/acatalog/Choosing_your_binoculars.html
Spend as much as you can afford, would be my only advice.
They give a very bright image and are good in low light conditions. They also have a good field of view. They come with a lifetime guarantee and are waterproof etc.
I have recommended them to several people who are very happy with them for the money!