Binoculars are a great tool for birding, but there are some things you should know before using your first pair or buying a more expensive pair. Learn everything you need to know in this comprehensive guide.

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Robin in cover image by Tom Koerner (Public Domain, edited)

0:00 Intro
0:18 The 2 most Common Binocular Types
1:53 How to Use Binoculars
3:57 Understanding Magnification (What Do the Numbers Mean?)
4:51 Good Qualities to Look For
9:06 High Quality Binocular Brands
9:32 How Should you Store Binoculars?
9:50 Conclusion

All other photos and videos by Derek and Ryan Sallmann

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