Antique Verres Binoculars

Although they are available at antique stores and some binocular shops, consumers have had a great deal of success purchasing Verres antique binoculars on Ebay. This is wonderful news for people who are already accustomed to purchasing items on Ebay. For consumers who have never done so it can be a daunting proposition.

One reason consumers, especially antique collectors get discouraged when trying to find an item on Ebay is because when they type in a search request they don’t get any hits. If this happens frequently, antique binocular collectors need to take a deep breath and consider the possibility of seller mistakes. Collectors should try doing a search using alternate spellings. For example, try spelling Verres with one R or try dropping the S.

If changing the the spelling doesn’t attract any hits try to think of an alternate description. If you are looking for a pair of antique binoculars made by Verres, try typing in Verres opera glasses, or even Verres apparel, or Verres accoutrement’s. If your lucky, these seller error could even work in your favor. Other collectors might not consider the seller errors; the fewer people who view the item, the fewer people that are bidding on the item which should lower the price of the final bid.

Some antique binocular collectors might become discourage from the sheer volume of antique binoculars available on Ebay. The prospect of wading through all those hits just to find the pair of binoculars they are looking for is just too much and the give up. If you are looking for a pair of antique binoculars try narrowing down your search. Instead of antique binoculars try typing antique binoculars Verres, or Verres opera glasses, or even antique theater glasses Verres. If you are looking for a pair of Verres that are made with a special type of design, or a pair that is from a specific year, include that information in your search.

Collectors who are not familiar with Ebay are often stunned when they win an auction only to find that the amount the seller is charging is considerably higher then the amount they bid. The extra money is the shipping charge. The shipping charge is the amount of money that the seller estimated the item would cost them to ship. The shipping charge should be listed as part of the item’s description. If the shipping cost is not clearly stated, e-mail the seller and ask them what they will charge to ship the item to your home town. Make sure you consider the cost of shipping when you are deciding how much you are willing to spend.

If you find an item you like, and have pleasant dealings with the seller, bookmark the seller. By bookmarking the seller you will be able to take advantage of any items they might be selling that have a buy it now price. Make sure you go to the feedback section and leave a record about how wonderful you think the seller is.

Before purchasing your Verres antique binoculars, ask the seller if they are in good working condition. Also ask if the seller would be willing to guarantee the condition of the binoculars.

November 19, 2008 · Filed Under Binoculars

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Zeiss Binoculars

In 1846, three men, Ernst Abbe, Otto Schott, Carl Zeiss, collaborated to create a company that manufactured optical systems, industrial measurements, and medical devices. The company was based out of Jena Germany. The company was called the Zeiss company, named after Carl Zeiss, who was the optricion of the group. Ramifications of World War II, forced the Zeiss company to split into two separate companies. One of the companies is located in Oberkochen Germany and is called Zeiss AG. The second company remains located in Jena Germany and is called the Zeiss GmbH.

Before the Zeiss company was forced to split, it was the world’s largest camera producer. Camera production is still what the company is best known for. One of the camera produced by the Zeiss Company was the Kine Exakta, a SLR camera. At the time the Kine Exakta was the smallest camera in the world.

Currently the Zeiss company is the international leader in the fields of optical and opto-electronic technology. Today, over a hundred and fifty years after its creation, the Zeiss Company is still internationally renowned for their cameras. On May 2, 2007 the Zeiss company received two Outdoor Life Editor’s Choice Awards. One of these awards was for the Camera-Eyepiece DC4. This product combines an excellent digital camera system with the Zeiss Company’s Diascope Spotting Scopes. The combination of these elements makes the Camera-Eyepiece DC4 a digital scoping masterpiece.

The second 2007 Outdoor Life Editor Choice award was rewarded in recognition of the Zeiss Company’s 10X56 Victory FL binoculars. The 10X56 Victory FL binocular represents the very first time the Zeiss Company has used their Fluorite glass in a pair of binoculars.

Although The Zeiss Company is pleased to report that they sell binoculars for every need, Zeiss binoculars have enjoyed a special relationship with birdwatchers, hunters, hikers, mountain climbers, and other outdoor enthusiast. Many Zeiss binoculars include features such as; compensated optics for eyeglass wearers, advanced optical systems, rubber armor, phase coating, dual reticules, Zeiss anti-reflective coating, center focus, full size roof prisms, extra low dispersion glass, and individual focus. Lines of Zeiss binoculars include; the Diafun Series, the Victory Compact Series, Conquest Binoculars, and the Victory FL Series.

The Zeiss Conquest Binoculars are especially popular amongst bird lovers. They are in a the middle of the price range with prices for a new pair running anywhere from $450.00 to $800.00.

The Victory Series features binoculars that are 100% waterproof, designed with anti-reflective coating on the lenses, use Zeiss Fluorite glass, high impact armored housing, nitrogen filling that prevents fogging, and an adaptive lockable eye cup. The Zeiss Victory Compact series is dust resistant, these small hardy binoculars can be used for both rough and tumble outdoor activities and then be brought inside for trips to the theater and symphony.

Consumers who are considering purchasing a pair of Zeiss binoculars should think of them as an investment. The binoculars aren’t cheap, but they have a strong reputation and cutting edge technology. They are available for purchase at most binocular and sport stores.
The Zeiss Company is so confident about the quality of their binoculars that they offer a lifetime transferable warranty.

November 18, 2008 · Filed Under Binoculars

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Cleaning Binoculars

With prices ranging over a thousand dollars, purchasing a pair of binoculars can be a major family expense. The good news is that despite the initial strain on the families budget a good pair of binoculars, with the right kind of care, should be a one time expense.

The first step in ensuring that your binoculars have a long future is making sure that they are properly cleaned after each use.

Before putting your binoculars are cleaned make sure that you cleaned before you put them away.

Make sure that you use a dry towel and wipe all of the binoculars exposed metal pieces. Returning your binoculars to their binocular case without properly drying the metal pieces will encourage the pieces to rust.

Carefully examine the internal optics, make sure that they are completely dust free. You can check the internal optics by holding them up towards to the light, then look through the objective lenses. If the internal optics of your binoculars have gotten dirty you are going to have to take the binoculars to a lens cleaning specialist to have the internal optics cleaned.

Use a small brush with soft camel hair bristles or lens cleaning cloths to clean your binoculars external lenses. Oil from your skin can leave smudges on the lenses surfaces so be careful not to touch the lens. Use a circular motion to wipe the lenses.

Do not ever try to dismantle your binoculars!

The fastest way to end your binoculars life is to drop them. A majority of binoculars get dropped when people are outside using them. The best way to avoid dropping your binoculars while they are in use is to attach the neck strap and keep it around your neck whenever the binoculars are out of their case. Never a use the strap to swing your binoculars to and fro. Try to avid walking into a tree while using your binoculars. If you have your binoculars around your neck, tuck them inside your shirt or jacket if you are going to cross a ditch or climb a steep hill.

When you get back to your car don’t set your binoculars on the seat. Countless numbers of binoculars have met a fatal end when they were set on a car seat without being returned to their binocular case and their owners were forced to abruptly hit the breaks. As the motion of the car stopped, the binoculars where thrown against the dashboard. Even if you have returned them to their case, don’t leave your binoculars sitting on your car seat, it is to easy for unsuspecting passengers so sit on them, keep them in your glove box.

On hot days take your binoculars out of the car. Intense heat can irrevocably damage your expensive binoculars.

Even if you have a pair of binoculars that are waterproof, try to avoid using them while it is raining. Raingaurds are useful during light rains but during heavy rains water can seep in through your binoculars housing, damaging the mechanisms.

If you accidentally drop your binoculars into some fresh water, get them to a professional cleaner as soon as possible, before they have a chance to rust. If you accidentally drop your binoculars in salt water, douse them with fresh water, place them in a plastic bag, seal the bag, and rush them to a professional cleaner. It doesn’t take very long for salt water to irrevocably damage a pair of good binoculars.

Always store your binoculars in a protective binocular case. Keep them up high, out of the reach of small children and pets.

November 16, 2008 · Filed Under Binoculars