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Telescope filter basics. #56 Green

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Reviewer

Although a #56 Green filter can be used as a Moon filter. I find that it is the best astronomical filter for enhanced views of Mars. With the #56 filter attached, the Polar ice caps stand out much more against … Continue reading →

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Opticron ED-X binoculars. New for 2012

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Reviewer

The new ED-X binoculars are now available. Models include an 8×42 and 10×42. At just £299 – £309, these have to be one of the best value ED glass binoculars without sacrificing quality.  

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Telescope filter basics. #12 Yellow

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Reviewer

A #12 Yellow is ideal for viewing Jupiter and Saturn. It helps bring out detail on the planets disc by darkening the cloud belts, and so making them stand out more against the rest of the bright disk. The #12 yellow … Continue reading →

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Helios Mistral WP4 8×42 binoculars review

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Reviewer

  Review courtesy of Birdwatching magazine. Model reviewed 8×42 ” They’re very solidly built….The close-focus figure of 1.2m is prominently displayed on the bridge. A quick try-out reveals it is not an idle boast at all – I managed 1.2m … Continue reading →

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Lincoln Astronomy Society meeting 7th Feb

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Reviewer
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North Lincs Astro society meeting 6th Feb 2012

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Reviewer

A few hardy souls braved the icy and foggy conditions to attend the North Lincolnshire Astronomy meeting on the 6th Feb 2012. Was nice to see 2 new enthusiastic members.  After a period of chatting and tea drinking, the skies … Continue reading →

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Visionary Classic 7×50 binoculars review

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Reviewer

  The Visionary Classic 7×50 are aimed at the budget end of the market. BaK-7 prisms and standard lens coatings help keep the price down. So straight out the box, you are presented with binoculars that come with standard case and … Continue reading →

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Discount binoculars at North Lincs Astro Club

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Reviewer

If you are looking for a great deal on selected binoculars and accessories, why not come along to the North Lincolnshire astronomy society on the first Monday of every month. Northern Optics will be present at each evening meeting with … Continue reading →

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Visionary HD 8×56 binoculars review

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Reviewer

  For the review of the Visionary HD 8×56 , I waited for a dull and over cast day to test their low light capabilities.   First impressions were how compact and light they were for a 56mm pair of binoculars. Although … Continue reading →

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Lincoln Astronomy society meeting. Tues 7th Feb 2012

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Reviewer

Lincoln Astronomy society meetings in 2012 Tuesday 7th February starting at 7.30pm 2012 The speaker will be Michael Czajkowski of The Open University. His lecture is “Exoplanets. Migration and a New look at the Solar System”   The lecture meetings … Continue reading →

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