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Was wondering if anybody has had any experience with this spotter? Thanks.
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I have. It is an excellent scope for backpacking. It weighs little. The optics are clear. Minox has an excellent warranty process/service. For the money, they are really hard to beat. I liked them better than my Vortex of the same configuration.
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You can also look at the Kowa 50mm scope. I think you'll find it to be superior optically and for around $300.00 (call us) you'll be thrilled with it
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I have. It is an excellent scope for backpacking. It weighs little. The optics are clear. Minox has an excellent warranty process/service. For the money, they are really hard to beat. I liked them better than my Vortex of the same configuration. Thanks for the info. I appreciate it.
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Doug, how is the size in relation to the Minox? Thanks.
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The Angled:
Dimensions L: 9.4 x H: 9.4 x W: 2.8"
Weight 14.0 oz
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The Kowa is a hell of a spotter for the money and weighs nothing
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I tested the 50mm Minox a while back and liked it a lot. The new 50mm Kowa is a somewhat better spotter though.
For what it is worth, while it is in an entirely different price range the 55mm Kowa Prominar is just superb optically. One of the best I have ever seen in terms of correction.
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I use the Minox as my range spotter, not afield as yet. Works well in that role. I think it was $200, plus about $30 for the nice little table-top tripod.
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I have. It is an excellent scope for backpacking. It weighs little. The optics are clear. Minox has an excellent warranty process/service. For the money, they are really hard to beat. I liked them better than my Vortex of the same configuration. Better than the Vortex Razor HD 11-33x50?
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Always great to see "ILya" chime in!!
I don't always venture out into the sub-freezing darkness, but when I do, it is deer hunting season, and I carry a Remington. Stay hungry my friends.
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I too have one that I use as a range spotter. Its small enough to fit in my range bag so it rides there.
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