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Universal Astronomics MicroStar - Basic
Compact Alt-Az Mount for Small Scopes
The Microstar is a good mount for compact scopes about 8lbs or less. I found it performed best for widefield sweeping at low power. Using powers over 100x was a problem because the mount has a noticeable amount of stiction (more pronounced with lig...
The Microstar is a good mount for compact scopes about 8lbs or less. I found it performed best for widefield sweeping at low power. Using powers over 100x was a problem because the mount has a noticeable amount of stiction (more pronounced with lig...
Feb 22, 2007
William Optics 2" 90° Diagonal
Very Nice Diagonal
My William Optics diagonal is one piece of equipment that I hardly notice, I just use it and don't worry about it. The optics are excellent and don't appear to detract from image quality at all. It is nice looking and well made; it looks great on a...
My William Optics diagonal is one piece of equipment that I hardly notice, I just use it and don't worry about it. The optics are excellent and don't appear to detract from image quality at all. It is nice looking and well made; it looks great on a...
Feb 22, 2007
Smart Astronomy 2" 90° Dielectric Diagonal
Smart Astronomy (Galaxy optics) 2" Dielectric Diagonal.
I became a fan of William Optics products after buying their Crayford focuser to use on my 6" Mak. I mention this because this diagonal appears to be the same(and has the same specs)as the W.O. 2" dielectric diagonal without the massive price tag. A ...
I became a fan of William Optics products after buying their Crayford focuser to use on my 6" Mak. I mention this because this diagonal appears to be the same(and has the same specs)as the W.O. 2" dielectric diagonal without the massive price tag. A ...
Feb 21, 2007
Agena 2" Super Wide Angle (SWA) Eyepiece - 26mm
First impressions
Please see my reviews on the 32mm SWA and the 38mm SWA as they were tested on the same nights as this 26mm and observing conditions and telescope descriptions are in those reviews. Comments here are where this 26mm eyepiece differed from the othe...
Please see my reviews on the 32mm SWA and the 38mm SWA as they were tested on the same nights as this 26mm and observing conditions and telescope descriptions are in those reviews. Comments here are where this 26mm eyepiece differed from the othe...
Feb 14, 2007
Agena 2" Super Wide Angle (SWA) Eyepiece - 32mm
First impressions
The reader may want to refer first to my review on the 38mm Agena SWA eyepiece because the observing conditions are referenced there as well as some comments that will serve as the baseline for comparison. I tested this eyepiece along with the 38mm a...
The reader may want to refer first to my review on the 38mm Agena SWA eyepiece because the observing conditions are referenced there as well as some comments that will serve as the baseline for comparison. I tested this eyepiece along with the 38mm a...
Feb 14, 2007
Agena 2" Super Wide Angle (SWA) Eyepiece - 38mm
First impressions
I just received today 3 Agena SWA eyepieces, the 26mm, 32mm, and the 38mm...all 2". I finally had the opportunity to view with them, just a bit a few nights ago but much more thoroughly tonight. Tonight the viewing was pretty good for Florida, wit...
I just received today 3 Agena SWA eyepieces, the 26mm, 32mm, and the 38mm...all 2". I finally had the opportunity to view with them, just a bit a few nights ago but much more thoroughly tonight. Tonight the viewing was pretty good for Florida, wit...
Feb 14, 2007
Antares Plossl Illuminated Reticle Eyepiece 10mm
You cannot expect more
Purchased from agenaastro.com. Simply perfect.
I bought this reticle eyepiece to gain a perfect calibration of the motors of my LX90. Excellent for drift alignments and to calibrate motors of go-to mount.
Purchased from agenaastro.com. Simply perfect.
I bought this reticle eyepiece to gain a perfect calibration of the motors of my LX90. Excellent for drift alignments and to calibrate motors of go-to mount.
Feb 13, 2007
Antares 1.25" 0.5x Focal Reducer
Excellent reducer for SCT
I bought this item from agenaastro.com, and I tried it on my Meade LX90. It works great (with my W.O. 20mm Superwide). No problem for focus. Very sharp views! Price is very good. I expect to use it with my Celestron C9.25. Work good too with my E...
I bought this item from agenaastro.com, and I tried it on my Meade LX90. It works great (with my W.O. 20mm Superwide). No problem for focus. Very sharp views! Price is very good. I expect to use it with my Celestron C9.25. Work good too with my E...
Feb 13, 2007
Pentax SMC-XW 10mm
A Great Widefield Eyepiece
I recently purchased a new Pentax XW10 eyepiece for use with my 8” F 8 dobsonian telescope. I got tired of constantly nudging this telescope at high magnification with my ortho and plossl eyepieces. What I needed was a widefield eyepiece with sharp...
I recently purchased a new Pentax XW10 eyepiece for use with my 8” F 8 dobsonian telescope. I got tired of constantly nudging this telescope at high magnification with my ortho and plossl eyepieces. What I needed was a widefield eyepiece with sharp...
Feb 13, 2007
Tasco 9VR
Great little 60mm scope.
The 9VR is a well made little 60mm F5 achromatic refractor made for Tasco by Vixen in the 1980’s. Construction is very robust with a smooth R&P focuser; parts are all metal except for the focus knobs. It weighs in at about 2.75 lbs without the in...
The 9VR is a well made little 60mm F5 achromatic refractor made for Tasco by Vixen in the 1980’s. Construction is very robust with a smooth R&P focuser; parts are all metal except for the focus knobs. It weighs in at about 2.75 lbs without the in...
Feb 13, 2007
Burgess Optical Achro 127mm f/8
Burgess 1278
I’ve been an avid amateur astronomer for the last twelve years. My first “real” telescope was a 6” Dynascope RV6 which I still use on occasion. Thanks in large part to the Astromart classifieds my collection now includes the Burgess 1278, an...
I’ve been an avid amateur astronomer for the last twelve years. My first “real” telescope was a 6” Dynascope RV6 which I still use on occasion. Thanks in large part to the Astromart classifieds my collection now includes the Burgess 1278, an...
Feb 9, 2007
Vixen Porta Mount Altazimuth with Aluminum Tripod
A Very Portable Alt-Az Mount
I own a Vixen 80mm fluorite refractor that has been my favorite quick look telescope for about 5 years. I use it often in my yard where there are many trees that have to be avoided and setting up then aligning an equatorial mount is too much trouble....
I own a Vixen 80mm fluorite refractor that has been my favorite quick look telescope for about 5 years. I use it often in my yard where there are many trees that have to be avoided and setting up then aligning an equatorial mount is too much trouble....
Feb 9, 2007
Apogee 25x100
The Apogee 25x100 are worth every penny
I own the Apogee 25x100 and found them very fine binoculars. If you are looking for 100mm bio's then try to buy them as soon as possible as they have been discontinued. The only place where I know they still have some for sale is here at: http://w...
I own the Apogee 25x100 and found them very fine binoculars. If you are looking for 100mm bio's then try to buy them as soon as possible as they have been discontinued. The only place where I know they still have some for sale is here at: http://w...
Feb 7, 2007
Telrad Telescope Reflex Finder with Mounting Base # 1001
One of the best inventions for astronomers who use telescopes
What can I say the Telrad when it came out was considered the best thing that happen for observers with telescopes since the Dobsonian telescope. It is a must for star hopping and is used on many of the worlds largest telescopes. Not because they nee...
What can I say the Telrad when it came out was considered the best thing that happen for observers with telescopes since the Dobsonian telescope. It is a must for star hopping and is used on many of the worlds largest telescopes. Not because they nee...
Feb 7, 2007
Meade LXD55 Mount
LXD 55 offers a lot of bang for the buck...
I've owned 5 different LXD 55's and have found it to be a very good value in a GOTO mount. When you consider all the features you get with the autostar connected, it's tough to find a better value. The only drawbacks of a LXD 55 are it's noisy when b...
I've owned 5 different LXD 55's and have found it to be a very good value in a GOTO mount. When you consider all the features you get with the autostar connected, it's tough to find a better value. The only drawbacks of a LXD 55 are it's noisy when b...
Feb 7, 2007
William Optics ZenithStar 66 ED
William Optics ZenithStar 66 ED
The optics are excellent, pin point satrs, works as an awesome telescope dollar for dollar, and a great value. Flat field, sharp images, outstanding detail on moon, bright planets. Sharp images with a 3.5mm and 4.8mm eyepiece. Excellent resolution. W...
The optics are excellent, pin point satrs, works as an awesome telescope dollar for dollar, and a great value. Flat field, sharp images, outstanding detail on moon, bright planets. Sharp images with a 3.5mm and 4.8mm eyepiece. Excellent resolution. W...
Feb 6, 2007
Meade Series 4000 Ultra Wide Angle 8.8mm
8.8mm 2" Meade Ultra
Dollar for dollar, this is one of my three or four most used servicable eyepieces, and a best value. Flat field all the way to the edge, perfect for galaxies, galaxy field. Equally great on an Obsession, a C-11, a Meade ETX 105mm, a refractor, planet...
Dollar for dollar, this is one of my three or four most used servicable eyepieces, and a best value. Flat field all the way to the edge, perfect for galaxies, galaxy field. Equally great on an Obsession, a C-11, a Meade ETX 105mm, a refractor, planet...
Feb 6, 2007
William Optics Megrez 90 Apo
Megrez 90
I purchased this scope because my primary interest is in wide-field astrophotography. This scope has received excellent reviews in the media, and offered a great value in regards to cost and reputation of the manufacturer. I love the fact that comp...
I purchased this scope because my primary interest is in wide-field astrophotography. This scope has received excellent reviews in the media, and offered a great value in regards to cost and reputation of the manufacturer. I love the fact that comp...
Jan 26, 2007
Bushnell 10x50
Excellent product
I have used my friends Bushnell 10X50 binoculars several times. Its performance is extraordinary for the 10X50 category. It is ideal for Lunar craters, Star clusters, and even for Jupiter. It is a good product and I would recommend this.
I have used my friends Bushnell 10X50 binoculars several times. Its performance is extraordinary for the 10X50 category. It is ideal for Lunar craters, Star clusters, and even for Jupiter. It is a good product and I would recommend this.
Jan 21, 2007
Burgess Optical Achro 127mm f/8
Burgess 1278 - Fantastic Achro Value
It is a shame the Burgess 1278 has been discontinued because it is simply the finest achromat I have ever viewed through. But the telescope is not without some issues as I will outline below. As its name implies, 1278 is a 127mm (5 inch) f/8 achrom...
It is a shame the Burgess 1278 has been discontinued because it is simply the finest achromat I have ever viewed through. But the telescope is not without some issues as I will outline below. As its name implies, 1278 is a 127mm (5 inch) f/8 achrom...
Jan 19, 2007
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