Author Archives: Reviewer

How to set a Binocular Dioptre Adjustment (right eye setting)

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Reviewer

Setting a binocular dioptre (right eye setting) is very easy to do, and takes less than 10 seconds with practice. So why do binoculars have a right eye dioptre wheel ?. Not every ones eyes are exactly the same. So … Continue reading →

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North Lincs Astronomy Society 3/10/2011

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Reviewer

Had an good evening at the North Lincs Astro club on 3rd Oct 2011. The weather kept us inside for most of the evening. High winds rather than clouds was the problem. Around 13 turned up, and we had a … Continue reading →

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Hawke Optics Premier 10×42 Binoculars Review

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Reviewer

  I have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of the Hawke Optics Premier 42mm binoculars. Nitrogen waterproof , roof prism 10×42 binoculars for just £69.95 ?..Surely they would be poor quality ?..Believe me, you will be knocked back with how good … Continue reading →

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Observing Techniques . Cooling down time

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Reviewer

If starting out in astronomy , you may have heard of cooling down times . So what does this mean, and what are the benefits. When you first take a telescope outside in to the cool night time air, the … Continue reading →

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Opticron Discovery WP PC 10×50 Binoculars Review

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Reviewer

Straight out the box, the Opticron Discovery WP PC 10×50 binoculars look impressive. The Discovery series are one of the most stylish binoculars available.  Similar to the 42mm models, but come with drop down 50mm lens covers. I prefer this … Continue reading →

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Opticron Verano BGA HD Binoculars

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Reviewer

New product news for 2011 Building on the strengths of previous models the Verano BGA HD features a fully revised optical system that delivers outstanding specification elevating them to a new performance class. Optically the binoculars offer: Large diameter long … Continue reading →

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Viewing Jupiter through Helios Quantum-4 20×90 Binoculars

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Reviewer

25/9/2011.  Got a chance to view Jupiter with my Helios Quantum-4 20×90 binoculars. Considering the Planet was low down and covered by hazy clouds, I got superb views of the Galilean satellites. The disc was a clear circle, with just … Continue reading →

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Barr and Stroud Sierra 8×42 Binoculars Review

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Reviewer

After testing Barr and Stroud Sierra 8×32 and 10×50 binoculars, I was looking forwards to trying out the mid sized 8×42. First thing that was brought to my attention was the twist eye cups. The eye relief is long, but I … Continue reading →

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Celestron Piggy Back Mount for Nexstar 5SE, 6SE, 8SE telescopes

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Reviewer

The Celestron piggy back mount is the ultimate accessory for wide field astro photography. This mount allows you to attach your camera, with its lens, to the top of the telescope. Its unique design also allows you to fit your NexStar … Continue reading →

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New product. Visionary Fieldtracker Emerald ED Binoculars

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Reviewer

  Released in 2011, the Visonary Fieldtracker Emerald ED binoculars are at the high end of the range, yet within the budget of many. Features ED glass, BaK-4 phase corrected prisms, fully multi coated optics and nitrogen waterproof. Housed in a … Continue reading →

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