| If you're deciding to buy a brand new pair of | | | | your next hunting trip, hiking adventure, bird |
| binoculars in the near future not only do you need | | | | watching escape and star gazing hill. |
| to learn what kind of binoculars will suit you best | | | | Another simple way to maintain your lenses is |
| but you also should know the proper binocular | | | | with the eyecups, if your keeping your binoculars |
| maintenance to keep your optics working well for | | | | on your neck it's a good idea to put the lens cups |
| years to come. Just because your binoculars are | | | | back on to keep any dirt and dust off of the |
| made of durable high quality materials and | | | | lenses. Also, do not leave your binoculars in direct |
| craftsmanship doesn't mean you should abuse | | | | sunlight as the increase in heat can possibly cause |
| them. | | | | damage internally and externally. |
| A good place to start with is the accessories | | | | When cleaning the binocular lenses follow |
| associated with binoculars. Most commonly, the | | | | manufacturer lens maintenance guidelines. Never, |
| binocular strap, it should always maintain around | | | | wipe or rub dry lenses with dirt, dust or debris on |
| your neck as a high percentage of damage is | | | | it as that will scratch and damage the surface |
| caused when binoculars are dropped and banged | | | | leaving you with a less than clear image. First, |
| up. Make sure the clips and locking devices are | | | | dust off any loose debris, and then with a proper |
| securely fastened, as you don't want to assume | | | | maintenance cleaning solution or lens pen moisten |
| and end up with an accident. If you are physically | | | | the surface. Use a soft, suitable cleaning cloth to |
| participating in any activity that could cause your | | | | wipe residual oil and dirt away. |
| binoculars to get caught or trapped in something, | | | | It is also a good idea to wipe down your |
| be sure to remove them from your neck and | | | | binoculars with a damp cloth to remove any oils |
| store them securely to avoid any possible injuries | | | | from your skin as well as any dirt or debris that |
| or strangulation. | | | | may have accumulated on the binoculars |
| A properly fit carrying case with padding should | | | | themselves before placing them away in storage. |
| be the only storage home for your new | | | | This will keep your binoculars looking good as new |
| binoculars. Anytime the binocular is not is use, | | | | every time you take them out for that next |
| take a moment to put it away while enroute to | | | | amazing site to see. |