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Visionary Nature Scout 20×50 monocular review VI332469

Posted on September 16, 2016 by Reviewer

The Visionary Nature Scout 20×50 is a limited edition bundle designed for long distance terrestrial use, plane and ship spotting. So out the box you are greeted by a tidy and uncluttered monocular. Focus is done by turning the eyepiece. … Continue reading →

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Skywatcher dual axis motor drive for EQ3-2 20406

Posted on September 4, 2016 by Reviewer

The 20406 skywatcher motor drive with dual axis is designed to fit the EQ3-2 mount. This is ideal for longer exposure imaging or continuous tracking for visual use. This makes it perfect for group observing when you do not want … Continue reading →

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does edge of field quality matter with binoculars

Posted on September 4, 2016 by Reviewer

Often in reviews we see comments about edge of field quality. This includes myself. So how important is sharpness on the outer view ?. With an example looking at a bird in the center of the view, the most important … Continue reading →

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celestron red dot finder for astromaster telescope S1-700-6

Posted on September 4, 2016 by Reviewer

The replacement red dot finder for Astro master 21061 is item number S1-700-6. This specially designed for the astro master range and will not fit any other telescope. To use there is a simple on-off button – but there is … Continue reading →

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visiony M40 magnifier 331905

Posted on September 3, 2016 by Reviewer

  The visionary M40 magnifier comes in a handy pouch for safe keeping. Also has a soft neck strap. As for the magnifier itself the power is not quoted, but I would guess at 3x I would reommend for close … Continue reading →

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Olivon 1.25″ telescope filters

Posted on August 31, 2016 by Reviewer

The Olivon 1.25″ filters come in various versions including Moon, Polarising and coloured filters. Each one comes in a hard foam lined case. The filters themselves have the Olivon logo showing. These are high grade glass filters with a metal … Continue reading →

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The summer triangle image. Altair, Deneb and Vega

Posted on August 30, 2016 by Reviewer

A canon EOS 1100D (un-modded) was used to take this image of the summer triangle, that includes the 3 bright stars Vega, Deneb and Altair in the constellations of Lyra, Cygnus and Aquila. This image was taken in heavily light … Continue reading →

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Celestron Ultima 20-60×80 spotting scope 52250. Perfect for ship spotters

Posted on August 23, 2016 by Reviewer

At the weekend a customer visited the Northern Optics outlet at the Waters` Edge centre , Barton Upon Humber looking for a quality spotting scope for looking at ships and boats out at sea or mainland rivers. After sampling a … Continue reading →

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What is a telescope filter

Posted on August 19, 2016 by Reviewer

When you look through your astronomical telescope at the night sky, telescope filters will help you see more detail. Filters come in many varieties to enhance viewing from light reduction, light pollution filters to different colours and ones that only … Continue reading →

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Opticron DBA VHD 8×42 , 10×42 binoculars 30644 30645

Posted on August 19, 2016 by Reviewer

The latest Opticron DBA VHD 8×42 and 10×42 binoculars offer high end ED glass with phase corrected BaK-4 prisms for outstanding clarity. The dual hinge body is lightweight at around 700g for great portability. The long 17-22mm eye relief means … Continue reading →

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