ITAR & Spotting Scopes

[pblaauw]

I can't find anything concrete.. Although Niteforce's site says it's ITAR, I don't find that anywhere else... unless my Google-Fu is weak like decaff coffee.

Anyone that knows concretely?

[Glockster]

Spotting scopes might be an ITAR grey area as they are also used for birdwatching, scopes with reticles and marketed as tactical may be an issue.

[Edwill]

Years ago before i knew better bla bla. I ordered few scopes and a spotting scope the US. When the parcel arrived and i paid vat and duties on the entire amount, i opened the box to find a letter from Homeland security. They kindly removed the scopes, but left the spotting scope.

Schoot fees paid, as that spotting scope lasted 2 outings then broke. It was returnable for a full warranty.

Just buy local and save hassels.

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[Glockster]

I got a very sweet deal on a used but excellent condition Kowa spotting scope from a birdwatcher that was emigrating, but ja buying local would be easier.