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Visionary Classic 10×50 binoculars review (new model)

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Reviewer

Please note this is the new 2013 version of the classic design, and not to be confused with the older model still in circulation The 10×50 is a great pair of binoculars for general use and astronomy. BK-7 prisms and … Continue reading →

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Northern Optics review from November 2012

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Reviewer

  Bought a  pair of Opticron Vista LE 10×50’s from Northern Optics  for my nephew for Christmas. I hope he will love them. S/H but look and perform as new! I almost want to keep them for myself!! You know … Continue reading →

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Image of the Sun taken with a Skywatcher 150p

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Reviewer

This amazing image of the Sun was taken by Paul Cotton from the North Lincolnshire astronomy society. Equipment and software used SW150p with baader solar film, philips webcam, 600 frames captured in Sharpcap processed Registax6 Useful links North Lincs Astronomy … Continue reading →

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Image of the Orion Nebula by Charles Thody Photography

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Reviewer

This superb image of the Orion Nebula (M42) was taken by Charles Thody. 16x 90 second images taken with a self modified Canon 450D, through a Celestron C8, with f6.5 focal reducer and CLS clip in light pollution filter. Processed … Continue reading →

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Olivon QB binoculars review

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Reviewer

The Olivon QB binoculars offer no nonsense  high quality optics in a traditional porro prism design. All models give a good flat field for great sharpness across the view. BaK-4 prisms and fully multi-coated optics give outstanding brightness and contrast for use in … Continue reading →

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North Lincs Astro joins the Federation of Astronomical Societies

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Reviewer

As from April 2013, the North Lincolnshire astronomy club became the North Lincolnshire astronomy society after becoming a member of the Federation of Astronomical Societies. The North lincs astro society is a friendly place to meet other astronomers in North … Continue reading →

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Do Ostara Elinor binoculars have twist eye cups

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Reviewer

Earlier models of the Ostara Elinor binoculars had tough fold down  eye cups. This was changed to good quality twist eye cups in later versions (as shown in the image right). Despite this change, there was no change in price. The … Continue reading →

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Helios NatureSport-Plus WA 10×50 binoculars review

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Reviewer

The Helios NatureSport-Plus WA 10×50 binoculars offer excellent optics for Under £100 (price correct at time of review).  First thing out the box you will notice how light they feel, yet sturdy. Handling is excellent, with a grippy feel and over … Continue reading →

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North Lincolnshire Astronomy Society. New website

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Reviewer

The North Lincs Astro society now has a new website HERE . The new look website gives to up to date news on the latest meeting dates and location. Also on the website are sections for member photographs and contact details … Continue reading →

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Hawke Optics Sapphire ED 8×42 binoculars

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Reviewer

The Hawke Sapphire ED 8×42 binoculars offer a step up in optical quality from the superb Frontier ED range, with the addition of dielectric coated prisms. The end result is remarkable image brightness and sharpness from just a 42mm objective. … Continue reading →

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