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Eagle Optics

Source for all scopes

You want binoculars? Eagle Optics has hundreds of kinds from two dozen manufacturers. Any model binocular made. You want spotting scopes, or night vision scopes? This is the place. Monoculars, tripods, rangefinders? Eagle Optics has practically every version of them too. Good service. Popular with birders and nature photographers. They have a paper catalog, also.

-- KK 11/21/08

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Burnton Echo 7 x18 Monocular
$24

Extremely small and lightweight.
The Echo zoom monocular is one of the smallest zoom monoculars around and easily carried so it's always handy. The polymer body is extremely lightweight-weighing less than two ounces- and perfect for a detailed study of nature at your feet. Multi-coated optics and BaK-4 prism glass team up for sharper images at any distance.

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Nikon EDG 10x42 Binocular
$1,999.95

Engineered to push your birding to the edge.
The powerful 10x42 EDG (pronounced "Edge") is a stylish binocular that truly elevates superior performance by virtually eliminating chromatic aberration and delivering bright, razor sharp views. Go ahead and push your birding to the edge with Nikon's EDG binocular.

  • Open bridge style with sophisticated quadrangle construction balances perfectly in the hand for comfortable, extended viewing.
  • Dual focus knob with locking diopter pairs up a quick, central focusing knob with pop-up diopter adjustments for unparalleled speed and convenience.
  • Ratcheting eyecup adjustments allow for a refined view, with or without eyewear.
  • Thumb-position memory contours provide optimum traction with a soft-grip tactile surface.
  • Magnesium-alloy body cuts weight without sacrificing durability.
  • Waterproof and fogproof with O-ring seals and dry nitrogen purging to handle the

  • toughest conditions on the planet. (Submersible for up to 10 minutes at a depth of 16.4 feet).

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