Opus 7102 Top Flight Copper Finch Feeder

by OPUS

Product Features

• Heavy-duty acrylic and metal construction
• Beautiful copper finish
• Quick-release tray saves seed and simplifies cleaning
• 1-3/4 lb. thistle seed capacity
• Six feeding stations

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5 x 5 x 19.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B00005QJD2
• Item model number: 7102
• Average Customer Review: 2.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #102,899 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)
  • #88 in Pet Supplies > Birds > Feeding & Watering Supplies > Feeders

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

Built to attract finches and send pesky squirrels packing, this Top Flight copper finch feeder from Opus is as versatile as it is indestructible. The perches and seed tray on the feeder are both optional. With the perches, you're more likely to attract sparrows, grosbeaks, and blue jays. Without them, you'll see more of the "clinging" feeders--finches, chickadees, and nuthatches. The optional seed tray keeps seed from scattering, but it also encourages larger birds to visit the feeder. If you just want the little guys to come around, try going without the tray. With six feeding stations and a single seed hopper, the feeder fills from the bottom and is reasonably easy to rinse clean. Ready to hang when it arrives, the unit holds 1-3/4 pounds of thistle seed. The warm copper finish is rust-resistant and ages beautifully. --Emily Bedard

Product Description

A simply elegant design that is a favorite among finches and other thistle-loving birds. Has six flip port feeding stations and holds up to 1 3/4 lbs. of thistle or wild bird feed.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

34 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Will do the job fine. Just KNOW what you're buying!, May 3, 2002

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Julie Kelly "jaybird" (Austin, TX USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Opus 7102 Top Flight Copper Finch Feeder (Lawn & Patio)

Honestly, I haven't seen this particular model, with the so-called "copper" that another reviewer found was only plastic. (I agree; the description is highly lacking...) However there's no reason this thistle feeder wouldn't work just fine, hanging in an appropriate location, and barring the aggressions of your local squirrel population or your dropping it regularly.

I do think the buyer should know that THISTLE seed (a.k.a. Niger seed, pronounced "NIGH-jer") is very thin. Therefore, this feeder will have very narrow feeder holes, unlike a "regular" bird feeder using sunflower or mixed seed, which will NOT work here. The thistle feeder's primary purpose is to attract goldfinches, who tend to shy away from the brouhaha at mixed feeders, and to exclude those birds who frequent the larger feeders. (The other birds will give up on this one in frustration and head to feeders with easier access, which you may decide to maintain as well. I would.) The finch's bill allows it to pick the tiny seeds out from the narrow openings.

So please keep larger seed out of this feeder; the finches won't be able to get at it. You'll only be teasing them! Know that thistle seed is more costly than black oil sunflower or mixed seed, and that's what you're committed to using when you buy this type of seed-specific feeder.

Please do a little reading before placing the feeder outside. Any book on backyard bird feeding will be helpful. You'll find it may take time for the goldfinches to find your thistle feeder, as is often the case with *any* new feeder. You'll learn which seasons are best for goldfinches to be in *your* geographic area. And you will then know what areas of your yard are best for placement of the feeder.

Seriously consider keeping some sort of water nearby as well. If not a birdbath proper, a large, shallow dish with water and a few large stones in it will do nicely. Just remember to change the water every couple of days.

Most of all, enjoy watching *all* the birds, and dig deeper into the many books that are available to deepen your knowledge and appreciation! ...

25 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Deception, March 26, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Opus 7102 Top Flight Copper Finch Feeder (Lawn & Patio)

Although the recipient of this gift says she likes it, I was disappointed. When the description said "metal" and "copper finish" I, mistakenly expected the copper to be metal. Not plastic. I only hope it lasts for more than one season. <sigh>

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars good finch feeder, but......, February 26, 2005

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LGourmet (North Carolina) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Opus 7102 Top Flight Copper Finch Feeder (Lawn & Patio)

This feeder is for thistle, which finches love. They are attracted to the feeder. However, when it rains, the (very expensive) thistle gets wet and clogs the tiny feeder openings and they have to be cleaned with a piece of strong wire or something very small in diameter. Wet thistle is not appetizing to the birds, nor to me. It does not dry out, but clumps and rots. In additon, the feeder is very difficult to clean. If you already own one, may I suggest adding an umbrella baffle. Of course, you could always bring it in before a rain, or hang it under protection.....