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Opticron T3 Trailfinder 8×42 & 10×42 Binoculars

Posted on November 1, 2011 by Reviewer

New for 2011, the Opticron T3 Trailfinder 8×42 and 10×42 feature a new stylish look. Full details below The T3 Trailfinder’s clever use of wide-angle optics and fast focus system fitted into a compact body clothed in a soft touch … Continue reading →

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Opticron Traveller BGA MG Binoculars

Posted on November 1, 2011 by Reviewer

New for 2011, the Opticron Traveller BGA MG 6×32 , 8×32 and 10×32 feature a new lightweight body. Full details below The Traveller BGA Mg exemplifies our commitment to constantly develop and improve our equipment with the aim of delivering … Continue reading →

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Opticron T3 Trailfinder compact binoculars

Posted on November 1, 2011 by Reviewer

  New upgraded model for 2011 Key features of the Opticron T3 Trailfinder 8×25 and 10×25 binoculars below T3 Trailfinder compacts offer good all round performance in an easy-to-use single hinge body. Available in black or green finishes, features include: … Continue reading →

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Carl Zeiss Binoculars

Posted on October 30, 2011 by Reviewer

Carl Zeiss binoculars are binoculars built in Germany with some of the highest standards in build and optical quality. Also after sales service is excellent. Optics feature Zeiss,s own lens coatings that give superb bright images across the field of … Continue reading →

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Bird sightings. Target lake, Far ings Nature reserve 30/10/2011

Posted on October 30, 2011 by Reviewer

Mute Swans Great crested Grebe Mallard Pochard Tufted Duck Chiloe Wigeon

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North Lincolnshire Astronomy Society meeting 28 / 10 / 2011

Posted on October 29, 2011 by Reviewer

The North Lincs Astro club met up for an informal get together on Friday 28th October 2011. We enjoyed good views of many objects. 7 members were in attendance. Scopes used were a Skywatcher 150 Newtonian on a CG-5, a … Continue reading →

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Why is the image upside down through my telescope ?

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Reviewer

With most Newtonian reflectors, you will find the image is upside down and left / right are also opposite. This is normal and nothing to worry about. This is simply the effect of using mirrors in this layout.  It can … Continue reading →

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Bird Sightings. Far Ings nature reserve – Target Lake 23/10/2011

Posted on October 23, 2011 by Reviewer

Date 24/10/2011 Location. Target Lake, Far ings nature reserve Coots Mallards Teal Pochard Pair of Mute Swans One Great Crested Grebe One Chiloe Wigeon !

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North Lincolnshire Astronomy Society. Meeting dates

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Reviewer

The North Lincs Astro society meet approx 7pm , first Monday of every month.  On top of this there is also the chance to meet up at short notice for informal viewing sessions. For further details on location, dates, info … Continue reading →

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Celestron Astromaster Accessory Kit Review

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Reviewer

I tested the new Celestron Astromaster Accessory kit on an Astromaster 70mm refractor. Target was Jupiter low down in the East. Looking at planets low down is a challenge for any telescope, so I thought I,d give it a go. … Continue reading →

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