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Entries for October, 2008

Konus Konusky Evolution 200 Reflector Telescope

Item No. 119-30200
Manuf. No. Konus 1793
KONUSKY EVOLUTION 200
Konusky Evolution 200 Features Auminized and over-coated primary mirror, metal tube assembly, precision heavy-duty advanced equatorial mount “Super Polar Evolution” with motors for both axes and with 6×20 polar bore scope.
Sturdy adjustable metal tripod (from 2.4′ to 4′).Achromatic finderscope 9×50, 90deg. diagonal mirror, two Plossl 1.25″ eyepieces (10mm [...]

What is the transmission of the Lumicon Neutral Density Filter?

Qestion:
What is the transmission of the Lumicon Neutral Density Filter?
Answer:
Lumicon’s Neutral Density Filter is available in three transmissions: 13%, 25% and 50%. This means that they are blocking 87%, 75% and 50% of the light across the visible spectrum.

Lumicon Neutral Density 13 (ND13) 2″
Lumicon Neutral Density 25 (ND25) 2″
Lumicon Neutral Density 50 (ND50) 2″
Lumicon Neutral [...]

Parks 11 x 80 BCF Binoculars

Item No. 401-30000
Manuf. No. Parks Optical 401-30000
Parks 11 x 80 BCF Binoculars
Parks Deluxe series sets the standards of quality for giant binoculars. The precise optical quality and the features of these binoculars make them a favorite for celestial and terrestrial observers. These new giant 80mm binoculars feature the following quality characteristics:
* BAK-4 high transmission prisms [...]

Nikon Spotting Scopes Fieldscope III 20 – 60×60 mm Angled Body ED 8340

Item No. 218-10075
Manuf. No. Nikon 8340
Nikon Fieldscope 20-60×60mm Spotting Scope is the edition of the spotting scope still regarded as the reference standard for Nikon 60mm spotting scopes. All metal construction and full waterproofing insure a lifetime of use even under the most extreme conditions. Advanced multi-coating on every single lens surface guarantees the brightest [...]

Meade Achromatic Refracting Telescope LXD75 AR-6 AT

Item No. 112-14075
Manuf. No. Meade 0608-75-01
LXD75 Series AR-6 AT – 6″ Achromatic Refractor
PREMIUM MEADE LXD75″ OPTICS
2″ Focuser Aluminum rack and pinion focuser allows the user to achieve a precise focus.
Eyepiece Holder Accepts both 1.25″ & 2″ eyepieces. Allows use of all common telescope accessories and cameras.**
8 x 50 Achromatic Viewfinder Easily locate and center deep [...]