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Sixteen-year-old girl bags three bucks

Published 2010/11/29 23:13:00 - Watching

HORTONVILLE - A 16-year-old Hortonville girl shot three bucks in about an hour on the opening morning of the 2010 gun deer hunting season.

Corissa Wege shot, in order, a 10-point, 13-point and 8-point buck.

“We didn't even have time to put the heater on,” said Tom Wege, Corissa’s father.

Tom Wege first spotted the 10-pointer.

“I told Corissa there you go and she looks at me and says no dad. She thought I was kidding her.”

“I looked through the binoculars and I'm like, oh, there is a deer,” said Corissa Wege.

Not long after taking down the first buck, the 13-pointer showed up.

“I reloaded her muzzle loader for her and gave it back to her,” said Tom Wege.

“I just saw horns, so I just shot,” said Corissa Wege.

The duo got out of their stand, only to find a third buck, the 8-pointer, walk up to them.

“I looked through the binoculars and said Corissa he is a shooter too, take him,” said Tom Wege. “She drilled him right in the boilermaker. She took that one right out of business.”

The three bucks total 31 points.

“She was shaking, almost crying,” said Tom Wege. “She was just...you couldn't even talk to her. Just so excited. It was unreal.”

The Weges say it knew the 13-pointer was in the area, but didn't know about the others. The family says it typically sees a fair amount of bucks on its property.

“I think we had a hot doe in the area,” said Tom Wege. “This is all deer quality that we do. This whole management part is deer quality and as you can see it's paying off.”

Everyone in the Wege family hunts, so the only problem with the three new additions is the family is running out of room to show everything off.

“I want to get them all mounted…if my dad allows it,” said Corissa Wege.

“That's going to cost me,” said Tom Wege while laughing.

The Weges joke, maybe they can get a two for one deal.

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Watching Through The 3-D Hype

Published 2010/11/28 19:30:00 - Watching

When Hasbro announced a pair of 3-D binoculars, it was clear the 3-D craze had reached new heights. The toy company's "My 3-D" device, which resembles a pair of playfully clunky binoculars, is designed to augment the camera on Apple's iPhone and iPod Touch, so games and videos appear in 3-D. It will cost about $30 when it launches next spring.

The Hasbro binoculars may not be ready for purchase, but dozens of other 3-D-equipped gadgets are already lining store shelves. This holiday season, the consumer electronics industry would like consumers to believe that they need a 3-D television -- and perhaps a 3-D laptop, game console, camera and cellphone as well.

The effectiveness of this sales pitch could translate into big business for a wide range of manufacturers, retailers and component makers. Industry-watchers, however, largely caution against the 3-D hype. "For 3-D in general, things were rushed," says Jason Blackwell, director of ABI Research's digital home division. "It offered a great experience in the theater, but didn't translate to the home."

With 3-D TVs, which make up the largest segment of 3-D-enabled consumer devices, the challenges generally fall into three categories: comfort, content and price. Though companies including Samsung and Toshiba are developing sets that don't need special glasses, for now 3-D TV requires them. Even with glasses there's a chance of eye strain. Researchers have warned about discomfort (headaches, nausea) associated with viewing 3-D images for extended periods--a point underscored by warnings issued by the TV manufacturers themselves.

A lack of compelling content could also put a damper on the 3-D TV experience. Numbers are still small; Gartner estimates that just 2.6 per cent of flat-panel TVs are currently 3-D-enabled. Accordingly, few compatible DVDs exist, and few sporting events, with the exception of the World Cup this past summer, are broadcast in 3-D. Buying a 3-D TV now will mean waiting "for your cable or satellite company to provide 3-D or Netflix to start shipping 3-D discs," says Paul Semenza, senior vice president at market researcher DisplaySearch.

Price may be another barrier. It is difficult to identify how much the inclusion of 3-D adds to a TV's price, but experts agree that 3-D is associated with more expensive devices. "Often 3-D is included in larger, high-end sets that have different premiums," says Semenza. Glasses, which sell for $100 to 150 a pair, are usually an extra cost on top of the TV.

As a result, analysts believe other TV technologies, such as high-definition and Internet applications like Netflix's movies on-demand service, are more likely to influence consumer purchases.

"Everything looks good in HD, but not in 3-D," notes ABI's Blackwell. Jason Oxman, the senior vice president for industry affairs for the Consumer Electronics Association, says TV makers will turn to Web-connected TVs in 2011. "Manufacturers have learned that advertising a 3-D TV is not enough," says Oxman. "They need to advertise an amazing TV that also has 3-D."

TV makers, naturally, are more optimistic. Scott Birnbaum, the vice president of Samsung's LCD business, says the company's 55-inch 3-D TV is particularly popular but notes that 3-D is being incorporated into smaller sets as well. He also says more TV and video content will be available for the holidays, on DVD and satellite via DirecTV.

TVs tend to attract the most attention, but plenty of smaller 3-D gadgets are being promoted this season. The global lineup includes 3-D laptops and Blu-ray players from a number of companies, Sony's PlayStation 3 game console, 3-D cameras from Sony and Fujifilm, 3-D camcorders from Panasonic, 3-D cellphones from Japan's Sharp, and a number of 3-D glasses from startups and sunglasses giant Oakley.

It is easy to spot signs of 3-D hype here as well. Analysts say that only some of these gadgets are suited to the technology. Those that make the cut: anything related to gaming, such as consoles, desktop computers and computer monitors. "The games market is one that will take off," says Paul O'Donovan, a principal analyst in Gartner's consumer electronics research unit. "One person in front of a screen with 3-D glasses is a setup that works."

Accessories that are integral to 3-D viewing, such as Blu-ray players and glasses, also get a pass. "Blu-ray is the only way to get 3-D into your home without a special broadcast," notes O'Donovan. It's not yet clear whether all the glasses will operate as they claim--across TVs, regardless of manufacturer--but no one denies that they are a necessary purchase.

Cameras, camcorders and laptops elicit a more mixed reaction. O'Donovan calls 3-D cameras a "novelty" and says photos must be composed carefully to render well in 3-D. Analysts also question whether laptops, given their business-like, multipurpose nature, are suited to 3-D gaming.

Handhelds have one big advantage over larger 3-D devices: since users can tilt the smaller screens to capture different viewing angles, they don't require glasses. Convenience hasn't brought 3-D-capable cellphones to the masses yet, though that may change in the coming year. Greg Delagi, the general manager of Texas Instruments' wireless business unit, says the chip maker has developed silicon capable of recording high-definition 3-D images. He expects these chips to power phones starting in 2011.

As 3-D extends across product lines, the technology will catch on to a certain extent, even if consumers remain skeptical. DisplaySearch expects 3.2 million 3-D TVs and 1.2 million other 3-D displays, ranging from computers to handhelds, to sell worldwide this year. By 2014 those numbers will rise to 90 million TVs and 33 million other displays, the firm says.

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Champion hurdler Binocular in excellent form ahead of comeback race

Published 2010/11/24 23:37:00 - Watching

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Binocular, right, meets triple champion hurdler Istabraq ahead of his seasonal reappearance run at Newcastle on Saturday. Photograph: Martin Godwin

Just in case Nicky Henderson was not feeling sufficiently concerned about Binocular's return to action in Saturday's Fighting Fifth, the horse's owner, JP McManus, sent a little reminder yesterday about the standards to which he has been accustomed. At 5am, a horse-box rolled up to Henderson's yard and out stepped Istabraq, who carried McManus's colours to victory in three Champion Hurdles from 1998 to 2000.

"It's fun to see him," said the unfazed trainer, who had his own triple champion in See You Then more than 20 years ago. "I fear he's going to have to go back tomorrow but I'd love to keep him. I'd love to find out how good he really was."

That was a jocular dig at Aidan O'Brien, who had the high-pressure job of training Istabraq and memorably spoke of trying to keep his highly strung charge "just on the right side of toppling over on to the wrong side". Now, after a long spell in retirement at McManus's Martinstown stud in County Limerick, the horse is a content-seeming 18-year-old who showed little sign of temperament as he posed for photographers alongside Binocular.

"JP is absolutely passionate about his horses and I know Binocular means everything to him," Henderson said, adding, "you can see from the size of Istabraq, I think he gets pretty spoiled at home."

The trainer's memories of the new arrival were not entirely happy. He recalled how his hopes were raised and then dashed as Blue Royal led over the last in the Champion Hurdle of 2000 only to be swept aside on the run-in. The horse's owner, Lynn Wilson, later told Henderson it had been "one of the most memorable moments of his life" to have been in the unsaddling enclosure when the winner entered that day and was greeted by an enormous roar from the crowd.

"Binocular's got a long, long way to go before he catches up with Istabraq," the trainer mused. "But when Punjabi [also trained by Henderson] won it two years ago, Binocular was just half a length behind him and if things had gone differently that day, we could be trying for our third one rather than our second."

Saturday's race at Newcastle went poorly for Binocular last season, when he was a well-beaten fifth at odds-on, but, after a couple of recent schooling sessions, Henderson is confident that the six-year-old will do himself justice this time.

"What was missing [for most of last season] was this incredible, slick jumping. It just wasn't him. When he is jumping well, he's like Istabraq, he's like See You Then. These horses, they are champions because they have this absolute natural ability to cross a hurdle so quickly and slickly. And that's what he wasn't doing all last year."

When connections had just about given up hope of getting him right for the Champion Hurdle, Binocular spent time at Martinstown and returned a changed horse. "It was blatantly obvious that that one sparkly thing, his jumping technique, was back, and our hope was that, with that back, you've got the horse back. And so it proved. The Fighting Fifth is going to be a very good race. I've always said that Starluck's a very good horse on a flat track, Peddlers Cross obviously is a top-class horse. But I'm happier coming into it than I was last year."

However, the trainer is anxious that the race is not lost to bad weather, as the obvious alternative for Binocular's reappearance run, the International at Cheltenham next month, comes too close to his next target, the Christmas Hurdle at Kempton. Frost covers have been laid at Newcastle but the clerk of the course, James Armstrong, remains far from confident. "We're soft, heavy in places," he said. "It'll be -1C tonight and we might get a dusting of snow. On Friday, there's talk of snow and we'll just have to see how much we get. It might be as much as an inch. If we get more, that will make it very hard to take the sheets off the course."

Binocular faces a maximum of five rivals as Sublimity will not be risked on such soft ground. China Rock, also trained in Ireland, will not travel over for the Hennessy Gold Cup, having suffered a minor setback.

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Observing Jupiter's Moons

Published 2010/11/22 19:16:00 - Watching

Stargazers shouldn't have any trouble finding Jupiter now. Our "evening star" shines at a dazzling bright --2.6 magnitude above the southeastern horizon at dusk, and it's currently brighter than every star in the evening sky.

Jupiter's highest altitude and its best time to be viewed through a telescope in steady air is around 8 p.m., when it stands about 45 degrees above the southern horizon. One clenched fist held out to the horizon equals about 10 degrees.

Good binoculars or a small telescope will also show the planet's four large Galilean moons. They appear as bright "stars" on either side of Jupiter. From innermost to outermost, they are Io, Europa, Ganymede and Callisto. As each of these moons orbits around Jupiter, they will shift positions from night to night. It's impossible to identify the moons without looking at a reference chart, so our illustration today will show their position this weekend at 10 p.m. as seen through binoculars. Sky & Telescope and Astronomy magazines also print a complete chart each month

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Explore space with binoculars

Published 2010/11/21 18:33:00 - Watching

It is well worth a step outside the next clear, dark night, despite the late-autumn chill. Even a few minutes with eyes alone will allow you to sweep across half of the universe all at once - given you are in an open field or out on a lake, or maybe on your rooftop.

Be sure to allow a few minutes to let your eyes adapt to the darkness; you can do this in the warmth of your home, with the lights off. Be sure your honey isn’t trying to read when you try this.

You also do not need to be out long in the cold to take a few looks with binoculars you likely have around the house. A simple pair of binoculars will catapult your reach, magnifying the view seven or 10 times and seeing thousands of stars not visible to unaided eyes. Common binoculars will allow you to pick out - with the aid of a good star chart - planets Uranus and Neptune and the brighter asteroids. The hazy Milky Way will burst into a myriad tiny stars.

An abundance of colorful double stars, star clusters, some galaxies and nebulous wisps will come into view. When Jupiter is in view you can even detect its brightest moons, and start to see that the brilliant point of light of the planet is a little disc and not a star-like point. Then there’s the moon. Binoculars reveal a jumble of craters and mountains, and clearly show the dark plains and bright rays emanating from certain craters. The crescent moon is most spectacular in binoculars, showing the earth-shine filling the dark portion of the moon so much better.

Binoculars are really two small telescopes, connected. They come in many varieties and prices. Like anything else, there are better models. Larger is not necessarily better; it depends on your budget and plans to use them. Small 7x35 binoculars are handy for everyday use and can give good night sky views. The “7” means it magnifies seven times; “35” means each of the front (objective) lenses is 35 millimeters (mm) in diameter. Another popular variety is 10x 50, which gives you added magnification and light gathering ability yet is still not too heavy to hold and use. The larger the front lens, the more light it collects and the fainter the star you can see. If you will primarily use them for daytime, then 35mm lenses are probably enough and cost less than 50 mm.

The higher the magnification has a disadvantage it that unless you hold the binoculars very steady, the view will shake more noticeably. You can buy much larger binoculars, including 15x70, 20x80, and 25x100. These will allow you to probe deep into the heavens but you will need a support such as a tripod. After a while of using any binoculars at steep angles your neck will likely hurt. It is better to lay back in a reclining lawn chair. On the market are wonderfully clever though perhaps odd looking gadgets to hold the binoculars up at any angle for you, as you peer through them. They will have a counter-weight in the back to balance the weight of the binoculars.

Keep them covered in a case or bag when not in use (of course) to keep out dust. Avoid touching the lenses. Keep the strap around your neck- it is all too easy to drop them! Clean them carefully, as you would eyeglasses.

They are also great for stargazing with a loved one - you can each look through one side at the same time - but only if you your heads are narrow enough. Maybe not.

Actually, focusing binoculars so you have a sharp view through both sides is more relaxing then looking through a single telescope with one eye. You don’t have to close the other eye, which creates fatigue. Night time telescope users sometimes use an eye patch- you’ll look like a pirate, but you will have the comfort of keeping your other eye open and free from stray neighbor’s porch or flagpole lights. It is a big advantage to backyard stargazing.

Galileo opened up a whole new understanding of the universe with a telescope in the early 1600s, much smaller than today’s binoculars.

If you have binoculars, the next clear night step out in the evening hours and look almost overhead in the north. You will see the M-shaped constellation Cassiopeia. To the lower right of the “M” scan for the fabulous “Double Cluster.” You can see this as a double hazy patch with just your eyes. The cluster pair is among the rich field of the Milky Way Band, where most star clusters are seen. The Double Cluster is among the most spectacular within reach of a small telescope or binoculars.

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New binoculars for 2010

Published 2010/11/16 18:04:00 - Watching

1.Nikon’s all new Monarch Dielectric Binoculars

This year we saw a change to the most popular binocular in a decade. The Nikon Monarch binocular got an update by adding Dielectric coatings. The Nikon 8×42 Monarch Binoculars and Nikon 10×42 Monarch Binoculars have been among the highest reviewed binoculars under 500 dollars for nearly ten years. Every few years Nikon makes adjustments and we have always seen this binocular improve - however this latest change is the most drastic yet. The addition of Dielectric coatings to the binoculars prisms have substantially increased their low light performance. Along with a slightly new body design these binoculars are sure to hold on to their top position as a best performer under 500 dollars.

2.An all new Bushnell laser range finder binocular

Bushnell has been a leader in the laser rangefinder category and it was only a matter of time before they would combine a binocular and rangefinder together. What really made this combo exciting was the price point. Bushnell has positioned themselves with the all new Fusion 1600 ARC Laser Rangefinder Binocular. Until now the only way you saw a quality binocular/rangefinder combo was to spend thousands. The all new Bushnell Fusion ARC rangefinder binocular will retail for $899 and is now currently available.

3.Redfield Binoculars from Leupold

Leupold is now branding Redfield binoculars. The all new Redfield binocular series are value priced and designed for the hunter. Fully waterproof and nitrogen purged, these binoculars are sure to be a hit with outdoor enthusiasts and hunters.

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Welcome to my world of Binoculars!

Published 2010/11/15 23:32:00 - Learning

Hi , thanks a lot for visiting my blog.

If you are looking for information on optically stabilized binoculars, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve been using binoculars in some form since back in the 60s at the ballgame with my Dad and in the past few years I’ve spent a lot of time using various models with image stabilization.

I prefer them for everything from watching the kids play sports to a long day of bird watching. Since the models with stabilization are a bit more expensive I thought I’d create this site as a buyer’s guide of sorts so hopefully you get the best deal on your next pair or at least make a more informed decision when you buy. Every penny helps these days!

If you have any questions, please ask in the comments section you’ll find at the bottom of most pages.

I’ve been using IS binoculars quite a bit the past few years, I’ve even been a reviewer on a couple gear blogs so while I’m no ‘expert’ I know a a good bit. I do my best to review any binocular or accessory that is stabilized or has something to do with stabilization technology.

I currently have 8 image stabilized binocular reviews and I’m working on more that I’ll have ready in the coming weeks.

You can visit my company site:http://www.nbbinoculars.com

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Binoculars

Published 2010/11/14 19:20:00 - Learning

There are several Binoculars straps options out there. So how do you decide which to use or what to do? Unfortunately, there are so many people out there that just take what they are given. That is not the way to go. People need to remember that what they are given is usually not the best. You need to go out and get it. You need to go out and get the best Binoculars straps.

What constitutes the best Binoculars straps? Truly, they are not all created equal. Not even close. You see, Binoculars straps should be designed to hold optics in a comfortable and convenient way. The generic types hold optics. They do not, however, do so comfortably or conveniently.

The issue is with the design. There is no possible way to make something comfortable that hangs on your neck. The neck is not made to deal with that sort of pressure. Ok. So critical thinking will take you to the next step. . . how do you use Binoculars straps without putting pressure on your neck? Hm. How about Binoculars straps that do not hang on your neck?

Well, yes, there is such a thing. Binoculars straps that don't hang on your neck would be harnesses. These devices, much like Binoculars straps, hold onto your optics, but they rest their weight on both of your shoulders, chest and back. As we all know, the shoulders are far stronger than the neck. They are more resilient too. It will feel something like a backpack instead of an anvil around your neck.

Who does not want that? Indeed, the harness is the most practical option. Binoculars straps that hang on the neck are old school. We live in a magnificent day and age. We live in an age in which we are able to walk on the moon. Surely we can handle improving the Binoculars straps. And we have.

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Bushnell Launches Dedicated Website for the Revolutionary Fusion Binoculars

Published 2010/11/10 0:52:00 - Ceramic Ball

Bushnell, the leading sport optics brand, is empowering their consumers by releasing a dedicated, interactive website to showcase the Fusion 1600 ARC Binoculars. Listing the precise details and specifications of the laser rangefinder binocular combination, the site helps educate the hunting community about the Fusion binocular and its powerful potential. The development of this site shows how Bushnell takes action in the hunting sport optics community, revolutionizing how hunters interact with their favorite products online.

“We feel that the Fusion 1600 Binocular is of our finest work and deserving of a dedicated site,” remarks Jordan Vermillion, Director of Sports Optics at Bushnell. “We are giving the consumer more information so they fully understand how this innovative technology is improving their game.”

The world-class Fusion 1600 binoculars bring optimum binocular clarity and brightness together with the ARC laser rangefinder technology. As a fully-honed visual masterpiece, the Fusion Bino totes multi-coated optics and BaK-4 prisms to provide the accuracy of a lifetime. The light transmission is boosted by XTR Technology, and the practicality has been enhanced by the built-in ARC Bow and Rifle Modes. At your disposal you have horizontal distance, bullet-drop, and holdover information. This stunning tool comes in the size and weight of a standard 10x42mm binocular, and is more than easy to use.

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Find the right binoculars

Published 2010/11/9 22:35:00 - Learning

Since I often mention binoculars, I thought that a brief talk about them might help clear up some questions you may have.

Binoculars are portable and easy to use and require no maintenance, like telescopes, so they are very popular among sky gazers.

It's hard to say which size or brand is the best because everyone has different needs.

When binocular shopping, it's preferable to stay with a known brand, such as Canon, Nikon, Celestron or Orion, since they usually have guarantees or easy return policies if something goes wrong.

Next, you want to get a size that's easy to hold, unless you plan to mount them on a tripod.

A popular size is 10 by 50. The first number notes the power of magnification, and the second number is the diameter of the lens at the large end of the binoculars.

With 10 by 50 binoculars tucked in a tote bag along with a red light flashlight and some sky maps, you are set for a lifetime of star exploration.

While this is a popular size, some prefer more magnification and buy 15 by 70. This step up in magnification gives you more power but also requires a steady hand or a tripod to keep them from shaking.

Consider is waterproof binoculars if you plan to use them in dewy situations or will be using them for bird-watching or sporting events where they may get wet.

Some binoculars come with their own built-in anti-shake system. These are sold as image-stabilized, or IS, binoculars. They have tiny gyros inside them to keep them rock steady. But these gyros require batteries, which add to weight and expense.

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Teach You Choosing a Pair of Bird Watching Binoculars

Published 2010/11/8 19:55:00 - Ceramic Ball

We will cover 5 things to consider when choosing a pair of bird watching binoculars. Picking a suitable pair of binoculars for your needs should not be a difficult task.

Using this brief guide should make choosing the right pair of binoculars for you a lot easier.

1. The first big question you should ask yourself is; how much do I want to spend on a new pair of binoculars? With a figure in mind you can start to narrow down your choices.

2. Would you be happy with a cheaper pair of binoculars to start off with, costing say thirty dollars and then upgrade to a more expensive set at a later date or do you want to go with a middle of the road pair costing say three hundred dollars? The price of binoculars can range from an inexpensive pair in the fifteen to thirty dollars price bracket, up to very expensive models costing several thousand dollars. Keep in mind that starting out with a cheap pair may cost you more in the long run.

3. How much magnification do you need? The most popular with bird watchers seems to be the 8 x 42 or 10 x 42 models. The first number in the model type, for example 8x42, 8 is the magnification power, which basically means the object you are looking at is magnified to look eight times closer to you than viewing with the naked eye.

4. The size of the objective lens is the second number in our 8x42 example. The number 42 is the width of the large lens of the binoculars in millimeters. The bigger the number the more light is allowed into the binoculars and in turn this affects the brightness the image being viewed. The brighter the image the better you will be able to see in low light conditions such as early morning or late evening or even cloudy days. A lens diameter of 42mm is a good place to start for a newbie.

5. Is size important to you? Do you want standard binoculars or compact sized ones? Standard sizes must be carried by hand or with the use of shoulder or neck straps, but will usually give you higher magnification and bigger objective lenses than compacts. Whereas most compact binoculars can be carried in a shirt or coat pocket for convenience but have a lower magnification and lens diameter which will reduce the power and clarity of an image. It all comes down to personal choice.

Using these top 5 things to consider tips will help when purchasing a pair of bird watching binoculars. Just to go over it again, think about - Price, Power and Size. These are just the basics, there may be other points to take into account as well (such as durability, reliability etc.) The best way to get the bird watching binoculars that are right for you is to take advice from people who have already bought a quality set of binoculars, and follow their lead.

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Use Night Vision Equipment On A Telescope

Published 2010/11/3 22:21:00 - Ceramic Ball

I was just curious because when I'm out in the countryside and take along a nightvision monocular and look up at the stars I can see a lot more than with the naked eye. I've also seen some (what seems to be) pretty weird stuff when doing it.

I had an astronomy teacher who said that the night vision would be overwhelmed with the amount of infra-red light the telescope would pick up, but I'm not sure I neccessarily believe him. Does it work, or can you make it work with some kind of modification?

You can do it, but with a telescope it doesn't buy you as much.

The purpose of an image intensifier is to make dim thing brighter. That's also the primary purpose of the telescope's objective lens (or mirror). But the image intensifier has a big drawback: the image is lower resolution than you can get with your eye. Pinpoints of light widen out into blobs with the intensifier. In the telescope, pinpoints remain pinpoints, so you can see much more detail in the telescope alone than you can with the intensifier.

For that reason, not many people use an image intensifier with a telescope. But there are a few applications where fine detail is not needed and greater brightness is important, like searching for supernovae in distant galaxies. Some amateurs in those pursuits have used intensifiers to good effect.

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How to Make Folding Table Legs

Published 2010/11/2 0:26:00 - Ceramic Ball

A folding table is a piece of furniture that is often used to help seat extra guests that may come over for dinner, once every seat at your regular dinner table is taken. A folding table can also be used for things that don't need to be kept out all the time, such as craft areas. Many of the folding tables that you find at the store, however, aren't very attractive, nor are they very sturdy. So, if you need a folding table to keep around your house, but you would like a more attractive and sturdy version, why not make your own wooden folding table legs and attach the to a wooden table top?
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Prepare your wooden tabletop and legs, however necessary, whether that be sanding, painting or staining. The brackets are a bronze-plated steel, so you will want to choose a stain or paint color accordingly.

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Determine where you would like the legs of your table to be mounted. Measure and mark on the underside of the table where the outside corner of each leg will be, making sure they are all in the same location relative to their respective corners.

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Attach the brackets to the legs of your table so that when the bracket is open, the part that attaches to the underside of your table is flush with the top of the leg. Do this by first lining up the bracket how it will be attached, marking the screw holes with your carpenter's pencil, drilling pilot holes, and then screwing the bracket to the leg with the screws that come with the brackets.

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Double-check your measurements and markings for each folding table leg before you begin to attach them. Put the legs in place on the underside of your tabletop according to the markings you made earlier, making sure that each leg is facing in the direction it needs to face so that it will fold up under the table, and mark the screw holes for the bracket on the underside of your tabletop. Drill pilot holes for all of the screw holes, and then screw each leg/bracket combination in place, again with the screws that come with the brackets.

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