Monthly Archives: March 2018

Skywatcher AZ-GTi WiFi head for mount #20315

Posted on March 20, 2018 by Reviewer

Weighing just 1.3kg, the Sky-watcher AZ-GTi is now available as a mount head only, and can be connected to a tripod via its standard 3/8″ tripod bush. This will help cut down costs if you already have a sturdy mount … Continue reading →

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Skywatcher Solarquest GOTO tracking mount with tripod #20320

Posted on March 20, 2018 by Reviewer

Finding the Sun for solar observing can be tricky, even using a finderscope with a solar filter. But no such issues with the new Sky-watcher Solarquest GOTO tracking mount + tripod. All you need to do is level the tripod … Continue reading →

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Skywatcher EQM-35 pro synscan GOTO mount #20980

Posted on March 20, 2018 by Reviewer

The new modular design of the Sky-Watcher EQM-35 computerised mount is suitable for use at home or on the move. Leave fully set up for use at your address, or when on travels you can remove the DEC Axis together with … Continue reading →

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Skywatcher Evostar 72ED short tube refractor #10201

Posted on March 20, 2018 by Reviewer

Not to be confused with the Skywatcher Evostar 80/100/120 ED telescopes, the 72ED comes with a different lens configuration with Schott glass used for the crown element. The short focal length 420mm f5.8 is designed to give edge to edge … Continue reading →

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StarGazingLincs blog 2018

Posted on March 12, 2018 by Reviewer

Was very kind of Paul Cotton from the East Lincs astronomy society to invite Northern Optics to attend StaGazingLincs 2018 as the optics trader for the event. It was a very well attended event with lots to do to keep … Continue reading →

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North Lincs astro meeting 5th March 2018

Posted on March 7, 2018 by Reviewer

Chris Roche gave an excellent talk called Why is the Sun hot at the North Lincs astro society at Barton Upon Humber, Far ings nature reserve for the March 2018 meeting.  As always Chris gives a very informative talk with a … Continue reading →

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