Eagle Optics Blog

Bushnell Legend Ultra HD Binos In Stock

Kristin — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 21:51:06 +0000

The long-awaited Bushnell Legend Ultra HD binoculars have hit the market and generated a number of calls to Eagle Optics. One of several new low-priced ED binculars, the Bushnell version is sure to develop a loyal following. The brightness alone provides you with an immediately enjoyable view. When you add the rich color resolution offered by the ED glass, you have performance at a price that will quickly put a lot of Legend Ultra HD binoculars in the field .

Raven Young Naturalist Kit

Take a look at the great deal we are offering on Bill Thompson’s Young Birder’s Guide to Eastern North America Birds. Purchase an Eagle Optics Raven binocular and you can get The Young Birder’s Guide for $5. Even though my kids are grown, I bought Bill’s book a while back. Now I need the 6.5×32 Raven to complete my own naturalist kit to share with anyone who might be interested in birding.

Customer Reviews

Since Eagle Optics launched its monthly contest to write a product review and then be entered to win an Eagle Optics Ranger, we have added a lot of customer reviews to our website. Keep the reviews coming—our knowledgable customers provide great insight to shoppers looking for first-hand experience.

Kristin

Eagle Optics Staff

Great Time To Buy Binoculars

Kristin — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 15:09:40 +0000

With the arrival of the Eagle Optics Raven binocular, now is a great time to invest in a terrific pair of binoculars that is very affordable. This is one of those sweet little binoculars that you will really like from the beginning and grow to love more with every use.

Comfortable to grasp, the barrels easily adjust to interpupilary distances of 50-70mm. Weighing slightly over 17 ounces and at only 4.5 inches tall, the Raven will be easy to carry along to the game, on a hike, or while sightseeing. Of course the incredibly wide field of view only enhances your ability to follow birds in flight and the edge-to-edge sharpness of the bright images will delight even a seasoned optics user.

The Eagle Optics Raven is bound to become a true favorite for performance and price, just like our Ranger SRT. A binocular meant for all ages, the Raven comes with our Eagle Optics Platinum Protection warranty so it will last for generations.

Kristin

Eagle Optics Staff

Why You Want To Win A Leica Ultravid

Kristin — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 20:59:56 +0000

The Leica Ultravid 8×20 binocular is a hands-down favorite of Eagle Optics customers. A 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

Kristin — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 21:11:12 +0000

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, the 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

Kristin — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 21:26:34 +0000

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 number 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

Kristin — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 20:53:23 +0000

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 on 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

Kristin — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 16:24:11 +0000

So, 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

Kristin — Wed, 27 May 2009 15:17:41 +0000

Keeping 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

Kristin — Tue, 19 May 2009 14:28:23 +0000

Each spring we update our annual catalog, and the 2009 catalog is hot off the presses 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

Kristin — Tue, 12 May 2009 15:47:24 +0000

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 .

The 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