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From: bob@delphi.uchicago.edu (Robert S. Lewis, Jr.)
Newsgroups: rec.birds
Subject: Binoculars
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Date: 31 Jan 90 16:47:35 GMT
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If anyone is interested, Leica recently introduced three new binocular
models that seem to be ideal for birdwatchers, though I haven't yet
found them in any store.  The three models include a new 7X42, an
8X42, and a 10X42.  They all have relatively wide field, they're
waterproof and armoured, and the 8X and 10X models are close
focussing.  They are relatively heavy, but their shape looks
comfortable.  I'd be interested in hearing the comments of anyone who
has had a chance to look through or use these binoculars.