[rec.birds] Binoculars questions

jon@campari.sm.unisys.com (Jonathan Gingerich) (02/02/89)

I'm in the market for a pair of compacts.  My main requirement is long
eye relief on account of my glasses.  I am more interested in them being
discreet than small, i.e. they don't have to be too compact.  Does anyone
have access to a review of what's available?  Also, I have a pair of 8*40
Miradors.  Would it be better to get compact 10s for flexibility, or 7s for
field of view?  Opinions welcomed.

Also, at Brookstone Tools I have seen a lightweight directional microphone
which attaches the tripod mount, and sounds through a pair of "walkman"
headphones.  It looks like a neat gimmick.  How much is it neat and how much
is it gimmick? (Unfortunately the display model didn't work!)  Does anyone
know where the best price on it can be had?

Thanks,
	Jon. Gingerich