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Point Polecat

Point Polecat

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STONEY POINT POLECAT CONVERTAPOD CLAMP AND PIVOT SET NEW!


STONEY POINT POLECAT CONVERTAPOD CLAMP AND PIVOT SET NEW!


$5.00


Stoney Point PoleCat Compact Bipod T3B38BXX


Stoney Point PoleCat Compact Bipod T3B38BXX


$60.99


Stoney Point PoleCat Compact Monopod V-Yoke T3M38VXX


Stoney Point PoleCat Compact Monopod V-Yoke T3M38VXX


$36.99


Stoney Point V-Yoke for PoleCat Monopods E102


Stoney Point V-Yoke for PoleCat Monopods E102


$16.99


Stoney Point PoleCat Crusader MonoPod V-Yoke T2M42VXX


Stoney Point PoleCat Crusader MonoPod V-Yoke T2M42VXX


$33.99


Stoney Point Explorer Tripod (Grey, 25-Inch to 62-Inch)


Stoney Point Explorer Tripod (Grey, 25-Inch to 62-Inch)


$70.85


PoleCat Explorer Tripod3-section – Extends from 25″ to 62″ – 29 oz.Protective rubber over-molded yoke – Virtually silent – High-strength, lightweight, tempered aluminum w/ a corrosion-resistant, satin black finish – Posi-Lock…

Stoney Point POLECAT SPOTTING SCOPE ADAPTER


Stoney Point POLECAT SPOTTING SCOPE ADAPTER


$5.95


Rapid Pivot Spotting Scope AttachmentFor steady glassing in less than a heartbeat, snap your spotting scope to your Rapid Pivot Monopod with this accessory…

Stoney Point Steady Stix II Shooting Stick with Belt Sheath


Stoney Point Steady Stix II Shooting Stick with Belt Sheath


$21.99


Black Steady Stix II with Belt Sheath3-section – 14″ to 39″ – 6 oz.Legs automatically unfold & self-assemble to their full height – Non-slip rubber V-yoke – Change height by altering angle of legs – High-strength, tempered aluminum tubes…

Stoney Point Rapid Pivot Bipod Sitting/Kneeling System


Stoney Point Rapid Pivot Bipod Sitting/Kneeling System


$35.71


Description:Rapid Pivot Bipod SystemQuickly attach and detach from your forearm sling stud. Pivoting action allows you to follow moving game. Silent set-up won’t scare away game. Accommodates prone, sitting, kneeling and standing positions.Additional Information:Sitting/Kneeling…

Stoney Point Telescoping Explorer Monopod (Grey, 25-62-Inch)


Stoney Point Telescoping Explorer Monopod (Grey, 25-62-Inch)


$28.99


Stoney Point Telescoping Monopod. Available in full – size or compact models! A little help never hurts! Whether hiking or hunting, the Stoney Point Telescoping Monopod is a real friend to lean on when the terrain gets tough, or when you need solid support for a precise shot. Tempered aluminum construction is very light but incredibly tough. The Posi-Lock pole-adjustment system gives it the strong…

Series Binoculars

Series Binoculars

About Coated Lense Binoculars

Binoculars consist of numerous air to glass surfaces with the surface of each individual contributes to the loss light. coated binocular lenses help prevent the loss of light with one or more of the surfaces being coated with one or more layers of anti-reflective coating. Never lenses buy binoculars with uncoated, the lack of coverage means that almost 50% of light could lose half double lens coating not as bright counterparts.

coated binocular lenses usually come with a huge cost, but now most of the binoculars come with a glass-coated Either way, the binoculars of high quality and fully multi-coated lenses frequently in the price range of many users.

As the number of layers and surfaces are covered with more of less light is lost, so if you are looking for the best binoculars you want multi-coated lenses.

There are four covered categories of binoculars although some manufacturers have developed their own exclusive, high quality coatings that provide greater durability and better light transmission even more with other perks:

• coated binoculars means that one or more surfaces are covered with layer anti-reflective coating. If you are single or a limited number of air to glass surfaces coated with binoculars as provide more transmission prismatic light lens without coating.

• binoculars Fully coated means that the air to glass surfaces are covered with a layer anti-reflective coating.

• multi-coated Lens Binoculars means that one or more carriers to the glass surfaces are covered with several layers of anti-reflective coating. As you coated binoculars to be careful here as a single surface could be covered!

• Fully multi-coated lens binoculars are the best you can buy. The air to glass surfaces coated with multiple layers of anti coating reflective.

Fully coated binoculars can increase light transmission of 50% to around 80-85%, which is now the standard for binoculars low cost. If you want something a little more special increase light transmission to 95% or more, I want to go to the lens of the binoculars with fully multi-coated and for durability and enhance the quality of the display, check out exclusive coatings offered by some major manufacturers. Bushnell Elite Binoculars are supplied with proprietary technology XTR Bushnell (60 layers of coatings on each prism) that provides 99.73% light transmission through the lens.

Difference between lenses of the binoculars fully multi-coated and completely covered the binoculars does not seem large, but once you have owned for the purpose of better quality and coatings they never look back. The light transmission, resolution and clarity of high quality binoculars is amazing and the best display of the label is generally higher price is worth it.

Some binoculars full multi-coated lens binoculars Bushnell Legend Bushnell Natureview Bushnell Elite, Pentax DCF SP / XP and RH L II Binoculars Pentax Binoculars PCF HG DCF Nikon and Olympus EXPS I Series double.

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VANGUARD Spirit Series Binoculars

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SIMMONS PROSPORT SERIES BINOCULARS 8X21MM CAMO, FRP 899852


SIMMONS PROSPORT SERIES BINOCULARS 8X21MM CAMO, FRP 899852


$20.49


PENTAX 8 X 25 UCF WP SERIES BINOCULARS 62608


PENTAX 8 X 25 UCF WP SERIES BINOCULARS 62608


$132.95


Carson 8x42mm 3D Series TD-842 HD Binoculars New


Carson 8x42mm 3D Series TD-842 HD Binoculars New


$249.00


Carson 8x32mm 3D Series TD-832 HD Binoculars New


Carson 8x32mm 3D Series TD-832 HD Binoculars New


$239.00


PENTAX 8 X 43 DCF SP SERIES BINOCULARS 62615


PENTAX 8 X 43 DCF SP SERIES BINOCULARS 62615


$504.28


Cabela's Outfitter Series Cast-Iron Dutch Oven Carry Bags


Cabela’s Outfitter Series Cast-Iron Dutch Oven Carry Bags



Protect your Dutch Oven when not in use with these bags. The carry bags have straps for convenient carrying wherever you use the oven. Available: 10″/12″, 14″/16″….


The Advanced Birding Video Series with Jon L. Dunn, Video 2: The Small Gulls of North America


The Advanced Birding Video Series with Jon L. Dunn, Video 2: The Small Gulls of North America


$45.95



Mio Venture Heart Rate Watch (Black)


Mio Venture Heart Rate Watch (Black)


$99.99


MIO Venture HRM Light Grey Biometric Sensor Technology BLACK AND GRAY DIGITAL FACE…

Bristoline BR3000 Microscope Series: Binocular, 6v20w Variable Halogen


Bristoline BR3000 Microscope Series: Binocular, 6v20w Variable Halogen


$1,450.59


Bristoline BR3000 Microscope Series: Binocular, 6v20w Variable Halogen An advanced, durable, high performance microscope, the Bristoline® BR3000 microscope series is engineered to exceed the exacting standards of life science professionals. The BR3000 microscope series provides crisp, high contrast images with outstanding resolution, precision design, and enhanced illumination. An advanced, durab…

Bristoline BR3000 Microscope Series: Trinocular, 6v20w Variable Halogen


Bristoline BR3000 Microscope Series: Trinocular, 6v20w Variable Halogen


$1,674.71


Bristoline BR3000 Microscope Series: Trinocular, 6v20w Variable Halogen An advanced, durable, high performance microscope, the Bristoline® BR3000 microscope series is engineered to exceed the exacting standards of life science professionals. The BR3000 microscope series provides crisp, high contrast images with outstanding resolution, precision design, and enhanced illumination. An advanced, dura…

Weather Hunting

Weather Hunting
Which type of air rifle pellets would work best for target shooting;in bad weather? Wind,rain,etc.?

It is stormy out right now in Southern California and I was wondering which type of pellet I should buy and shoot for the next time it is stormy out,like today. Rain and wind abound. From caliber to make and model of the pellet,why would these certain pellets work the best in bad/foul weather and for what reasons? Also,which certain make and model of pellet gun might work the best for hunting and target shooting in bad weather? Thank you

a high power pcp(sumatra, airforce condor) with really heavy pellets(eujins, kodiaks, predator big boys)! the heavy pellets would be effected less by the weather and you need the power to move them at a fair speed! i wouldnt shoot heavy or light pellets in a spring gun, it can damage the spring!

Accessories for Hunting Cold Weather

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MITTENS TRIGGER FINGER US ARMY USMC EXTREME COLD WEATHER ECWCS HUNTING L LG M65


MITTENS TRIGGER FINGER US ARMY USMC EXTREME COLD WEATHER ECWCS HUNTING L LG M65


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MITTENS TRIGGER FINGER US ARMY USMC EXTREME COLD WEATHER ECWCS HUNTING M MED M65


MITTENS TRIGGER FINGER US ARMY USMC EXTREME COLD WEATHER ECWCS HUNTING M MED M65


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US Military Poncho Liner, Wet Weather ACU Camo/Hunting


US Military Poncho Liner, Wet Weather ACU Camo/Hunting


$9.99


 MUCK WOODY ELITE Stealth Premium Cold Weather Hunting Boot Men's 12/12.5


MUCK WOODY ELITE Stealth Premium Cold Weather Hunting Boot Men’s 12/12.5


$139.99


Military Army Green Cold Weather Jacket Large Long Coat Woodland Hunting Gear


Military Army Green Cold Weather Jacket Large Long Coat Woodland Hunting Gear


$14.99


Lansky Nathan's Natural Honing Oil


Lansky Nathan’s Natural Honing Oil


$1.16


Nathan’s Natural Honing Oil is specially formulated for use with all Lansky Sharpeners and Natural Arkansas Benchstones….

Lansky Deluxe 5-Stone Sharpening System


Lansky Deluxe 5-Stone Sharpening System


$49.99


Sharpen all of your knives with ease with the Lansky Deluxe five-stone sharpening system. The system comes with five sharpening hones of different coarseness: an extra-coarse hone (70 grit), a coarse hone (120 grit), a medium hone (280 grit), a fine alumina oxide hone (600 grit), and an extra-fine ceramic hone (1,000 grit). As a result, you’ll have the tools to sharpen virtually any type of kitche…

Smith Abrasives CCKS 2-Step Knife Sharpener


Smith Abrasives CCKS 2-Step Knife Sharpener


$2.88


Features 2 tungsten carbide cutting heads whose preset angles ensure the perfect edge every time. 3 or 4 strokes through the carbide cutting heads will restore the edge on a very dull knife. The 2 fine ceramic rods also have preset angles and provide a smooth finished edge to already sharp knives. Lightweight, portable, comes with a lanyard hole, and has specially designed nonslip rubber feet for …

Foul Weather Whitetails (Bad Weather Doesn't Mean Bad Hunting)


Foul Weather Whitetails (Bad Weather Doesn’t Mean Bad Hunting)


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Smith's PP1 Pocket Pal Multifunction Sharpener


Smith’s PP1 Pocket Pal Multifunction Sharpener


$6.09


Smiths PP1 Smiths Pocket PAL Manual Knife Sharpener for Plain and Serrated Edge Knife Blades….

Scope Telescope

Scope Telescope
looking to buy a telescope within a $150 to $300 dollar range?

i’m looking to buy a telescope for a fun hobby on the side. i’ve been eying this NexStar 60SLT Computerized Telescope and like someone that is pretty familiar astronomy to give me a feedback on this type of scope. is it a good starter scope and can i take digital pictures with this type of scope?

Okay what type of telescope would you guys recommend for that price range either a go-to or manual scopes which ever is better

Asking the same question multiple times is not going to magically turn a junk telescope into something worth buying. Some knowledgable people have given you some well considered responses to your previous and more-or-less identical questions. You would do well to listen to what they have said.

How to Buy a Telescope : Telescope Buying Guide: Finder Scopes

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Saxon 15-45X52 Packable Spotting Scope Telescope 52mm + 5


Saxon 15-45X52 Packable Spotting Scope Telescope 52mm + 5″ Tall Tripod


$34.95


Astro Optics 5x24 Finder Scope for Telescope


Astro Optics 5×24 Finder Scope for Telescope


$4.99


Celestron 5x24 Finderscope for Telescope - Finder Scope


Celestron 5×24 Finderscope for Telescope – Finder Scope


$9.99


Saxon 15-45X52 Packable Spotting Scope Telescope 52mm Lens + Case


Saxon 15-45X52 Packable Spotting Scope Telescope 52mm Lens + Case


$34.95


8X20 Monocular Pocket Telescope Spotting Scope Travel


8X20 Monocular Pocket Telescope Spotting Scope Travel


$8.58


Go Diego, Go! Spotting Scopes 4ct


Go Diego, Go! Spotting Scopes 4ct


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Every adventurer needs a Go, Diego, Go! Spotting Scope. Each package includes 4 green and orange plastic mini telescopes with lens. Design features Diego and “Go, Diego, Go!” headline. These Spotting Scopes meet or exceed ASTM F963 safety requirements. Each scope measures 2 3/4″ long and is great for party favors. WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – Small parts. Not for children under 3 years….

Magnacraft® 18X-90X Power Telescope


Magnacraft® 18X-90X Power Telescope


$65.25


“Measures 13-5/8” long x 2-1/2″ diameter. The advanced optical system of genuine glass optics brings beautiful images sharply into view. The lightweight aluminum barrel body is easily operated and adjusted for viewing objects both in and out of this world! Includes 10-1/8″ scope, two interchangeable lenses, 1.5X erecting eyepiece, and tripod. Limited ten year warranty. Gift boxed.”…

Derby Handle Green Check Carbon Fiber Cane


Derby Handle Green Check Carbon Fiber Cane


$26.95


Derby handle green check carbon fiber cane. The cloth plaid design on this carbon fiber cane make this cane have a rich appeal that will be suitable for both casual and dress attire.the shaft and handle of this walking cane is made of super light weight carbon fiber. Carbon fiber is known for it super strength and light weight properties.the shaft of this cane is covered with a fabric that gives t…

The Sharper Image Tsi-Rf1000 Rangefinder 1000 (Telescopes, Golf, Rifle, & Spotting Scopes / Outdoor Products)


The Sharper Image Tsi-Rf1000 Rangefinder 1000 (Telescopes, Golf, Rifle, & Spotting Scopes / Outdoor Products)


$180.68


DISTANCE MODE 15 YARDS – 1600 M ; 7X MAGNIFICATION ; RAIN & LONG-RANGE MODES FOR DIFFERENT VIEWING; EQUIPPED WITH FULLY MULTI-COATED LENS & LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY; BLACK HOUSING ; WEIGHT: 7 OZ…

The Sharper Image Tsitv Control Freak Wrist Watch (Telescopes, Golf, Rifle, & Spotting Scopes / Outdoor Products)


The Sharper Image Tsitv Control Freak Wrist Watch (Telescopes, Golf, Rifle, & Spotting Scopes / Outdoor Products)


$40.63


STAINLESS STEEL CASING & ENGRAVED BEZEL; SILICONE RUBBER BANDS & CHROME HARDWARE; 1.75″ LCD SCREEN; 30′ TRANSMIT DISTANCE; SOFTWARE ALLOWS WATCH TO SPEAK TO MORE THAN 200 POPULAR BRANDS OF AUDIO & VISUAL EQUIPMENT…

Binoculars Green

Binoculars Green
Will Comet Lunin(or green comet) be visible now also?

HI. I live in INDIA. I know its closest encouter was on 24th feb. but I missed it due to some timing probelems.
I wanna know that can I see lunin now also?
If yes, then at which TIME?(there’s a lot of confusion)
I don’t have a very powerful binocular or a telescope.(I just have a simple pair of binocular)
PLEASE ANSWER. thank you.
OK….. Its obvious that it will be visible at night. BUT at what time?
I need the IST time.

It should be real easy to spot over the next day or two as it will be very near the bright star Regulus, in Leo. Simple binoculars will work fine. Note that Saturn is in Leo too, don’t confuse it with Regulus. It will be up pretty much all night. It will be low in the East just after it is dark, waiting untill about 10:00PM (your local time) or so will be best as it will be higher.

Map of Leo in link, Saturn not shown.

BTW it is spelled Lulin, and you probably won’t notice the green color, maybe, if you have real dark skies.

Nikon Ecobins Binoculars

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New Improved Green Lens w/Zoom 10X-120X60 Binoculars,Free Priority Mai In US


New Improved Green Lens w/Zoom 10X-120X60 Binoculars,Free Priority Mai In US


$58.98


Bushnell ExcursionEX 7x36 Birder Green Wide Field of View Binoculars


Bushnell ExcursionEX 7×36 Birder Green Wide Field of View Binoculars


$185.95


Bushnell 10x42 Trophy XLT Green Roof Prism Binoculars


Bushnell 10×42 Trophy XLT Green Roof Prism Binoculars


$166.95


Bushnell 8x42 Trophy XLT Green Roof Prism Binoculars


Bushnell 8×42 Trophy XLT Green Roof Prism Binoculars


$157.95


Bushnell 8X32 Trophy XLT Green Mid-Size Roof Binoculars


Bushnell 8X32 Trophy XLT Green Mid-Size Roof Binoculars


$100.95


Wallmonkeys Peel and Stick Wall Decals - Captain Tests His Night Vision Goggles before a Night Sortie. - Removable Graphic


Wallmonkeys Peel and Stick Wall Decals – Captain Tests His Night Vision Goggles before a Night Sortie. – Removable Graphic



WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies. Our white fabric material is superior to vinyl decals. You can literally see and feel the difference. Our wall graphics apply in minutes and won’t damage your paint or l…


Wallmonkeys Peel and Stick Wall Decals - Watching out for the Environment - Removable Graphic


Wallmonkeys Peel and Stick Wall Decals – Watching out for the Environment – Removable Graphic



WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies. Our white fabric material is superior to vinyl decals. You can literally see and feel the difference. Our wall graphics apply in minutes and won’t damage your paint or l…


Browning Knives Green Prism Linerlock


Browning Knives Green Prism Linerlock


$14.95


Green Prism, Model 565Description: Type – Folding frame lock Blades – 440-A stainless steel Handles – Machined 420JI stainless, Two-tone anodized Features – Pocket clip, Ambidextrous thumb studDescription/Name Green Prism – Main Blade Length 2 1/4″ – Type Description Folding frame lock – Steel Description 440-A stainless steel – Color Description Green – Handle Description Mac…

Donegan OSC OptiSIGHT Binocular Magnifying Visor


Donegan OSC OptiSIGHT Binocular Magnifying Visor



The Donegan OSC OptiSIGHT is a hands-free, headband binocular magnifier that has an optical-grade, acrylic lens ground and polished into a prismatic lens, and is available in multiple dioptric strengths which provide a specific magnification power (X) at a specified focal length, or distance from object. This magnifier enhances the size and resolution of an object or image, and is commonly us…


Wellspring Lens Cleaner, Audrey Paisley, Purple/Green (3202)


Wellspring Lens Cleaner, Audrey Paisley, Purple/Green (3202)


$6.95


Lens Cleaners are perfect for scratch sensitive surfaces: glasses, binoculars, cameras. This cleaner is housed in a small pouch with plastic clip and is the perfect size for purses, briefcases, and bags. The clip works well on belts and backpacks too!…