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Skywatcher EQ5 / HEQ5 extention pier

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Reviewer

The Skywatcher extension tube fits direct on to an EQ5 or HEQ5 mount for use with refractor telescopes. The EQ5/HEQ5 extension tube extends the height of the EQ5 and HEQ5 mount so it is easier for observer to look into … Continue reading →

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North Lincs astro meeting . 3rd January 2014

Posted on February 25, 2014 by Reviewer

The North Lincs astronomy society met at Ness End reserve near Barton Upon Humber on the 3rd January 2013. The highlight of the night was a talk by Paul Cotton on astro photography. This was aimed at all members from … Continue reading →

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Telescope shops in Scunthorpe

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Reviewer

Your telescope dealer for Scunthorpe is Northern Optics. For customers who live in the Scunthorpe area, the price includes delivery in person, set up and tutorial on how to use and how to get the best out of your telescope. … Continue reading →

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Hawke Endurance PC 10×25 binoculars

Posted on February 18, 2014 by Reviewer

Hawke Optics Endurance PC 10×25 binoculars These stunning compact 25mm binoculars are the replacement for the older Frontier PC 25mm range. In every way possible, these are a massive improvement on an already nice set of binoculars Firstly, they look … Continue reading →

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Skywatcher Heritage 100p Newtonian reflector

Posted on February 12, 2014 by Reviewer

New for 2014 is the Skywatcher 100p Newtonian reflector. Comes with a parabolic 4″ mirror for great low power views of the heavens. Complete with 10mm , 25mm eyepieces and a 2x barlow., to give a magnification range of 16x … Continue reading →

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Ostara 2″ dielectric 90-degree diagonal

Posted on February 11, 2014 by Reviewer

A star diagonal is an accessory that uses a mirror or prism to make viewing more comfortable when using refractor , SCT or Mak telescopes. Available in 1.25″, 2″ or combinations. Some come with SCT fittings, and others do not. Northern … Continue reading →

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Optical Hardware 1.25″ t-adapter and t-ring

Posted on January 27, 2014 by Reviewer

The Optical hardware 1.25″ t-adapter allows prime focus photography with telescopes that accept 1.25″ accessories such as eyepieces. You will need an additional t-ring for your own make of SLR or DSLR camera body. To use, simply connect the t-ring … Continue reading →

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Ostara moon / Skyglow filter

Posted on December 9, 2013 by Reviewer

It has been mentioned on one forum that Ostara filters have “soft” thread , and do not screw in to eyepieces very well. I can assure you this is not the case. I have sold well over 1000 of these, … Continue reading →

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Skywatcher UWA-70 8mm . 1.25″ / 2″ eyepiece

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Reviewer

The Skywatcher UWA-70 , 8mm eyepiece has a dual use 1.25″ / 2″ barrel size. Features a 6-element fully multi-coated optical lens assembly. Tough rubber covering for added protection. Twist eye cup, and long eye relief. Superb internal baffling cuts … Continue reading →

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Night Scenes guide to simple astrophotography. By Paul Money FRAS FBIS

Posted on November 14, 2013 by Reviewer

Ideal and simple to read introduction to SLR astrophotography Full of helpful hints on how to capture the wonders of the heavens just using an SLR camera and various lenses 55 page paper back illustrations and/or example photographs on every … Continue reading →

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