Why You Want To Win A Leica Ultravid

The Leica Ultravid 8×20 binocular is a hands-down favorite of Eagle Optics customers. lc_ultravid_8x20br_200A premium compact binocular, one 8×20 Ultravid will be won by a lucky Eagle Optics newsletter subscriber at the end of July.  All you have to do is sign up for our weekly email and open it when it arrives. As soon as you click to open our newsletter, your email address is automatically entered to win.

Once you have the petite Leica Ultravid 8×20 in your hand, you will understand why so many customers buy this compact binocular.  I have the 10×25 Ultravid and can speak from regular, first-hand use. This is one compact that does not disappoint in the category of optical performance.  I find the external details excellent including the exceptionally smooth focus knob and easy-to-adjust diopter. Sign up for the Eagle Optics newsletter ASAP so you will be entered to win the 8×20 Ultravid at the end of July!

New Raven Binocular Has Arrived

They just hit the warehouse—introducing the Eagle Optics Raven 6.5×32 and 8.5×32 binoculars! We can’t wait for our customers to see our waterproof, fogproof, porro-prism binoculars. With the Eagle Optics Platinum Protection Warranty, the Ravens are destined to become a classic.  Call us at 1-800-289-1132 or order online.

Kristin

Eagle Optics Staff

At Eagle Optics, We Listen

By now you have probably heard about the Atlas Binocular offered by Eagle Optics, and you may be skeptical about how good the Intrepid ED really is. Like many of you, I wasn’t sure what to expect.  Since  I  handle a number of really good binoculars on a daily basis, my expectations are pretty high.  But, theal_intrepid-ed_42_left-t proof is in this binocular’s performance and I will have no problem recommending the Atlas Intrepid ED binoculars.

With a showroom full of binoculars, comparing the Intrepid ED against other binoculars was easy. What I saw was exciting. The Intrepid ED easily matches or out performs other binoculars double its price point as the  extra-low dispersion glass in the Atlas delivers bright clarity of the smallest details.  The body design offers  smooth rubber armoring with comfortable thumb grooves and the increasingly popular open-hinge design.

Just as word spread about the incredible value and performance of the now soldout Special Purchase spotting scope, I have no doubt the Atlas Intrepid ED will earn a similar reputation. Eagle Optics customers tell us they want excellent performance without the excessive price. The Atlas Intrepid ED proves that we listen.

Kristin

Eagle Optics Staff

One More Nikon Superior E

As members of the American Birding Association can attest to, membership really does have its privileges, and now Eagle Optics is very privileged to serve as the official optics outfitter for this distinguished organization. By linking to  Eagle Optics from the ABA, a portion of your purchase is automatically credited to the ABA. When you call our expert staff, be sure to have your ABA member numberrebate_lc_geovid10x42-t available and we will credit the ABA for your order.

Not extinct yet!

At the time of this post, Eagle Optics has one Nikon Premier SE 10×42 (more commonly known as the Superior E) binocular in stock. This is one of those pieces I wrote about last week that customers often wish they had purchased before it sold out. A customer called this morning about a discontinued binocular and was disappointed to learn it was completely sold out.

Wow! What a deal-

The email feature for June 16th is the Leica Geovid BRF Rangefinder binocular. This premium rangefinder is deeply discounted and qualifies for Leica’s $350 rebate. Call us at 1-800-289-1132 to place your order and receive a free shipping upgrade. Once this deal is gone, you probably won’t find one like it again.

Kristin

Eagle Optics Staff

Decide Soon-These Scopes Won’t Be Around Forever

I wish I had a dime for every customer who calls Eagle Optics and wishes they had taken advantage of our closeout sales in the past onkw_tsn771_200 classics such as the Nikon Superior E binocular or the Fujinon Fieldscope. Now, Eagle Optics is coming to the end of its  inventory on the Special Purchase spotting scope—a deal that has driven many customers to the door of our showroom or the checkout page of our website over the last few months. Don’t procrastinate if you want to own a spotting scope and only have $200 to spend. This one is already well recognized as an exceptional value and performer for this price point.

The Kowa TSN 771 and 772 spotting scopes are another example of pieces that will have optics lovers wishing they had acted while this scope was around.  Long held in high regard, this Kowa scope is one of those pieces that has always exceeded expectations and makes the Eagle Optics staff say, “That is one  sweet scope.” At the current closeout price,  you will be bragging about the performance and value for years to come.

Our 30-day return policy means you can buy from Eagle Optics with peace of mind.  So don’t tarry—I might have to start collecting those dimes.

Kristin

Eagle Optics Staff

Let Dad Bird On A Segway

mwbs-2009So, Dad already has his favorite pair of binoculars and a great spotting scope.  Now what do you get him for Father’s Day? How about the chance to bird on a Segway?  This is just one of the many fun-filled events planned for the Midwest Birding Symposium.

Just in time for Father’s Day, the MBS is offering an Early Bird Special.  By registering early, you can save $20 off the cost of the full symposium package.  Hosted by Bird Watcher’s Digest, The Ohio Ornithological Society, and the Lakeside Association during the weekend of September 17 to 20, organizers are preparing for hundreds of  birders to converge in Lakeside, Ohio,  on the south shore of Lake Erie

Plan now to send your Dad to this outstanding birding festival. This will be one Father’s Day gift he cannot stick in the closet!

Kristin

Eagle Optics Staff

The Traveler’s Tripod Returns

bg_7301yb-tKeeping up with product changes sometimes seems like one long final exam. The most relentless professor has been Bogen Manfrotto as they have renumbered tried and true equipment, replaced magnesium fiber legs with carbon fiber legs,  and introduced brand new tripod heads and legs.  When the Eagle Optics staff heard that our favorite economical, lightweight travel tripod, the 728B Digi Tripod Kit was discontinued, our first question was, “What is taking its place?”

Happily,  Bogen Manfrotto did not abandon this class of tripod and recently introduced the 7301YB Tripod with 3-Way Head.  Once again our staff can routinely answer a customer’s request for a really great travel tripod that doesn’t cost a fortune.

If only I can remember those new numbers in time for my final exam.

Kristin

Eagle Optics Staff

New Eagle Optics Catalog Is Here

Each spring we update our annual catalog, and the 2009 catalog is hot off the pressescatalog_eo_2009-coverblog1 and ready for our customers. If it seems odd to you that I am writing via the internet about what some consider an outdated way of shopping, you should see how many Eagle Optics catalogs we mail out weekly.  In an effort to conserve, we only mail catalogs to customers who call or email Eagle Optics to request one.  

The Eagle Optics catalog is a shortened version of our website.  For those of you who cannot shop on the computer, our catalog is a great way to start your search. Not only does it contain our most popular binoculars, spotting scopes, monoculars, and tripods, you can find valuable information about how to understand the optical features best suited to your needs in the All About Optics section.

Do a favor for your computerless friend. Email info@eagleoptics.com or call 1-800-289-1132 and request the new Eagle Optics catalog. They will thank you for giving them a catalog from the optics experts.

Kristin

Eagle Optics Staff

Graduation Gift Time

Graduation time is here! This week’s Eagle Optics email has  great gift suggestions  to start your graduate on their next phase in life. Select a gift from our email or website. Not sure what to get— a gift certificate is always perfect and we can email it to the recipient if you call us at 1-800-289-1132 or email your request to info@eagleoptics.com .       

Photo courtesy of Mike McDowellThe Power of Grape Jelly

As I fill my calendar with the  graduation activities of my high school senior and bird feeding assistant, Patrick, I know my favorite month of the year will fly by faster than usual. The arrival of Baltimore Orioles brought an almost psychedelic frenzy of color to my backyard this weekend—behold the power of grape jelly!

Mother’s Day Visitor

Mother’s Day began with an early morning visit from an Indigo Bunting. I love blue and every time I see a bunting’s iridescent  color it feels almost mystical.  (Photo courtesy of Mike McDowell). This is the second year in a row that an Indigo Bunting greeted me on Mother’s Day morning. Later in the day, I began my Mother’s Day ritual of extreme gardening. I could barely stand the birds’ chattering as they expressed their disapproval of my decision to garden in the area of the feeders.  After moving to another area of the yard, an American Robin happily carrying a beak full of  clippings gathered from the flower beds vindicated my presence in the birds’ yard.

Kristin

Eagle Optics Staff

Leica Binocular Savings On eBay

Eagle Optics loves going green by offering our customers awesome deals on factory reconditioned binoculars and spotting scopes. Our website currently offers Leica Ultravid BRgreat savings on manufacturer demos or factory reconditioned sport optics from Swarovski, Nikon, and Zeiss. Right now our ebay site features really terrific deals on certified pre-owned Leica Ultravid BR and BL binoculars, as well as a classic Trinovid BN binoculars. 

 

More Eastern Bluebirds

I made the rookie mistake last spring of moving the bluebird box so I would have a better view of the Eastern Bluebirds when they came back to nest.  The bluebirds quickly taught me a lesson when they moved across the street to a neighbor’s bluebird box. Although I moved the box back, they spent last summer coming by for worms, suet, and baths-no nesting. I made sure the box was in the right place this year. Currently there are three eggs in the nest.

Kristin

Eagle Optics Staff

Best Scope and Tripod Carrier-Ever

At Eagle Optics, we pride ourselves on knowing how well a product functions. The new Duckbill Scope and Tripod Carrier is one of those items that we have had a lot of fun working with and discovering how well made and highly functional it is for easily carrying your scope and tripod. Our Eagle Optics manager, Ben, has the Duckbill carrier at the annual convention of the American Birding Association this week. Once our customers see the Duckbill in action, this carrier will become a must-have tripod accessory—just like the binocular harness strap is a necessity for carrying binos!

Save $300 On Swarovski ELMike's Birding & Digiscoping Blog April 2007.jpg

We have managed to get more of the Swarovski EL 8×32 Class A condition binocular. An Eagle Optics favorite, this is one binocular you won’t ever be without. These gently-used demos from Swarovski will save you an additional $300 over the current sale Swarovski has on its ELs and SLCs.

Migration—at last!

Finally, some winds from the south and warmer weather have brought additional migration to Southern Wisconsin. My backyard has been filled with White-Throated Sparrows (photo courtesy of Mike McDowell), as well as other species. On a walk around my neighborhood, I easily added another 15 species. Small and large tracts of preserved habitat interspersed with housing are responsible for the variety of birds and wildlife I enjoy daily and are a testament to the importance of maintaining natural areas as progress creeps in.

Kristin

Eagle Optics Staff


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