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Binoculars #312588
01/27/2024 11:55 AM
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Any on island suggestions for an inexpensive pair of binoculars.???

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Re: Binoculars [Re: SXMBND] #312589
01/27/2024 12:04 PM
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I would look at any of the electronics shops in Philipsburg.

Some of the stores on Back Street might be an option also. It depends on how much you want to spend.


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Re: Binoculars [Re: ruralcarrier] #312590
01/27/2024 12:14 PM
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Cheaper the better.......... TY

Re: Binoculars [Re: SXMBND] #312591
01/27/2024 12:34 PM
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When it comes to optics you'll get what you pay for.

Re: Binoculars [Re: SXMScubaman] #312598
01/27/2024 04:27 PM
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Originally Posted by SXMScubaman
When it comes to optics you'll get what you pay for.

agreed. So cheaper is NOT "the better."

Re: Binoculars [Re: RonDon] #312599
01/27/2024 04:31 PM
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Not sure why the OP specified inexpensive, but they did, twice. Perhaps they are looking for a piece to use for just this trip, because they left their good binocs at home. P'burg is the place to be, probably Back Street.


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Re: Binoculars [Re: Carol_Hill] #312614
01/27/2024 08:45 PM
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TY Carol...... when it comes to anything....you get what you pay for. Appears I got my $$$$ worth asking for free advise. grin

Re: Binoculars [Re: SXMBND] #312616
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I don't know if there is one on SXM but maybe a pawn shop might I have good used 1 at a decent price

Re: Binoculars [Re: SXMBND] #312648
01/28/2024 12:02 PM
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It might be worth a look at Ace Hardware. They carry a variety of outdoor & sporting gear.

Re: Binoculars [Re: SXMBND] #312663
01/28/2024 01:59 PM
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Both Budget Marine and Island Waterworld carry some affordable semi-quality binoculars.


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Re: Binoculars [Re: SXMBND] #312664
01/28/2024 02:34 PM
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I bought a small pair in a camera store on Front Street in Philipsburg several years ago. They came in a zippered case and have traveled all over with me.

Re: Binoculars [Re: SXMBND] #312669
01/28/2024 03:59 PM
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Thanks for the replies. Ended up at Island Waterworld for under a C note.

Re: Binoculars [Re: SXMBND] #312670
01/28/2024 04:02 PM
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OK, glad you got something.


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Re: Binoculars [Re: SXMBND] #312674
01/28/2024 07:24 PM
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Good deal.


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