Best Pocket Field Guide?

[Cassillis]

Hi all, I seem to have amassed an enormous collection of birding books over the years, some better than others.

Many people swear by the Collins range and I see many copies in various stages of destruction in hides, indeed I have both editions myself, but unless you're wearing a muckle great poachers coat with umpteen huge pockets it can hardly be called pocket-sized!!

Now I know this is all going to be down to personal choice but I was wondering what the forum's view is on the best pocket field guide at the moment.

I for one like this little book.
A little old now but still good IMO

Any other comments views or suggestions?

Graeme

[PeterB]

I have a Collins but it's too big to take with me so I don't. That is a good enough recommendation for me. I just ordered one off e-bay, £3.99 inc post.

[Little Sparrow]

I keep a pocket RSPB guide in my car but take my Collins on day trips and holidays.

[Dave H]

We've got a couple of bird books, but really do with that rare book to help ID birds from below. what's that one called?

Dave