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Models & Brands: Orion, Pentax Sport Optics 70940, Zeiss, ORION, Kowa TSN-661, Simmons Mfg. Co., Orion, Barska AD10606, Orion, Kowa TSN-664
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Orion List Price: $409.95 Price: $409.95
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Key features Orion
- Does not include tripod - can be purchased separately
- 127mm aperture and 1540mm focal length put this telescope in a league of its own
- One-year limited warranty
- Includes one eyepiece, finder scope, diagonal, case, and FREE Starry Night astronomy software
- Bright views of star clusters and nebulas and stunning lunar and planetary detail
- Model: Orion Apex 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope
Review Orion Apex 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope / Orion:When it comes to telescopes, bigger is better, and you can do no better than the Apex 127 Compact Mak. Its 127mm (5")-diameter optics collects 55% more light through its multi-coated, 5" meniscus lens than that of a 4" scope, putting it in the big leagues for astronomical observing and advanced nature study. But big doesn't mean bulky! Even with a focal length of 1540mm (f/12. 1), the Maksutov-Cassegrain optical design reduces the tube length to just 15"! The Apex 127 couples to any sturdy equatorial mount or photo-style tripod. T-threads on the eyepiece adapter also allow attachment of a 35mm camera body (with optional T-ring). The classy Apex 127 comes standard with a 6x26 achromatic finder scope, a 45-degree correct-image prism diagonal, and fully padded case. One-year limited warranty. |
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Pentax Sport Optics 70940 Dimentions: 5.3 x 4.6 x 20 inches Weight: 10 pounds List Price: $1,940.00 Price: Too low to display
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Key features Pentax Sport Optics 70940
- Accepts all standard 1 1/4-inch interchangeable telescope eyepieces
- Extra Low Dispersion (ED) optics incorporate Lanthanum Crown (rare earth) glass elements for optimum resolution
- Utilizes the XL telescope eyepieces renowned for their sharpness, field of view, contrast, and freedom from aberration
- Large 100mm objective lens for bright viewing in all lighting conditions
- Waterproof, fogproof, and nitrogen filled
- Model: Pentax 70940 PF-100ED Spotting Scope with Field Case
Review Pentax 70940 PF-100ED Spotting Scope with Field Case / Pentax Sport Optics 70940:The PF-100ED is the first fully waterproof and fog-proof 100mm objective spotting scope in the market. The straight-line optical barrel design of the PF-100ED makes it easy for the user to locate a subject quickly. It is housed in a lightweight magnesium-allow body and features time-proven porro-prism optics incorporating ED (Extra-low Dispersion) Lanthanum Crown (rare earth) glass elements to produce sharp, clear images with minimal chromatic aberration. PF-100ED also utilizes Pentax telescope eyepieces renowned for their sharpness, field of view, contrast and freedom from aberration. Used together, you have a world class-viewing instrument. |
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Zeiss Weight: 0.55 pounds Price: $119.95
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Review Zeiss Cordura Case for 85mm Spotting Scopes (Straight & Angled Bodies) / Zeiss:The functional bag made of robust Cordura material is the perfect container for transporting your scope. |
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ORION List Price: $249.95 Price: $249.95
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Key features ORION
- Includes our ultra-portable Min-EQ "tabletop" equatorial mount for hands-free celestial tracking
- Includes one eyepiece, finder scope, diagonal, case, and FREE Starry Night astronomy software
- One-year limited warranty
- This portable outfit lets you explore the heavens from anywhere your travels take you
- 90mm aperture and 1250mm focal length for wonderful views of solar system and deep-sky objects
- Model: Orion Apex 90mm Min-EQ Mak-Cass Telescope
Review Orion Apex 90mm Min-EQ Mak-Cass Telescope / ORION:This bantam-sized telescope outfit lets you explore the heavens from anywhere your travels take you. The low-profile mount features three thread-on 7-3/4" legs that make it ideal for use on any raised surface- car trunk, picnic table, you name it! And it won't hog all the closet space on cloudy nights. The Apex 90mm tube assembly couples firmly to the mount with the included 1/4"-20 adapter. During daylight hours you can quickly remove the scope and mount it on a camera tripod for land viewing. The correct-image 45-degree prism diagonal provides an upright, nonreversed view through the 25mm (50x) Sirius Plossl eyepiece. The 6x20 correct-image crosshair finder scope helps in locating viewing subjects. Dual slow-motion controls allow manual tracking of celestial objects. Optional electronic DC drives are also available for automatic tracking. Includes padded case for the tube assembly. Weighs 14 lbs. [+]
One-year limited warranty. |
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Kowa TSN-661 Dimentions: 0.01 x x inches Weight: 0.356 pounds List Price: $499.00 Price: $499.95
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Key features Kowa TSN-661
- 66mm objective lens and 310mm focal length for brighter images
- Does not include tripod - can be purchased separately
- Nitrogen-filled housing for waterproof and fogproof use
- Limited lifetime warranty from Kowa
- Model: Kowa TSN-661 - Spotting scope 66
Review Kowa TSN-661 - Spotting scope 66 / Kowa TSN-661:Kowa spotting scopes are revered by many experts to be "as good as it gets. " The TSN-660 Series packs exquisite large-aperture optics inside a body barely 12" long. The 66mm objective lenses gather 21% more light than 60mm spotting scopes, for brighter images. Models are available with standard or fluorite "ED" lenses in both straight and angled configurations. All feature fully multi-coated optics. The fluorite (Prominar) models achieve remarkable color accuracy by virtually eliminating false color. All housings are nitrogen filled and waterproof/fogproof, and have a rotating collar and sliding lens shade. Sold as body only; eyepieces sold separately. Weights 2 lbs. , 3 oz. |
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Simmons Mfg. Co. Weight: 1.94 pounds Price: $169.95
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Key features Simmons Mfg. Co.
- High-quality, precision ground, multi-coated lenses
- Built-in sliding sunshade
- High-index, BaK4 prism material
- Molded, high-quality rubber armor covering
- Waterproof, fogproof, and nitrogen purged
- Model: Simmons 15 - 45 x 65mm Wilderness Spotting Scope with Straight Viewing, Realtree Timber, Waterproof & Rubber Armored.
Review Simmons 15 - 45 x 65mm Wilderness Spotting Scope with Straight Viewing, Realtree Timber, Waterproof & Rubber Armored. / Simmons Mfg. Co.:The Wilderness Series Spotting Scopes were designed for the outdoor enthusiast who wants to go the distance. Wilderness Series' spotting scopes feature the higher magnifications and larger objective lenses needed in order to get "up-close and personal". The Wilderness Series' high-quality lenses and coatings provide resolution, contrast, and optical performance that is equal to or better than anything in its class. All Wilderness Series spotting scopes are manufactured using a lightweight polycarbonate that reduces overall weight while maintaining a durable, impact resistant construction. |
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Orion List Price: $269.95 Price: $269.95
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Key features Orion
- Includes a unique, stay-on, view-through case - you can observe without removing the case!
- 78mm objective lens for bright, high-resolution images
- Slide-out glare shield improves contrast on bright days
- One-year limited warranty
- Features quality all-aluminum construction, fully coated optics, and superior roof prism design
- Model: Orion Arcadia 20-60x78mm Zoom Spotting Scope
Review Orion Arcadia 20-60x78mm Zoom Spotting Scope / Orion:Look there! Perched on that Mexican pinon tree across the arroyo. Is that a red-tailed hawk or a red-shouldered hawk? Binoculars aren't helpful; this bird is too far away. What you need is the magnifying power of our stout Arcadia Zoom spotting scope. If 20x won't cut it, 60x will! This spotting scope is not only well made, but also falls in one sweet spot of a price range compared to other spotting scopes its size. Look what you get: quality all-aluminum construction, fully coated optics, superior roof-prism design, 20x to 60x continuous zoom ability, and a big 78mm objective lens for bright, high-resolution images. The slide-out glare shield improves contrast on bright days. What's even more unique about this spotting scope is its stay-on, view-through case. You can observe without removing the case. Whether you're checking out mallards, mule deer, or just enjoying a mountain tableau, the Arcadia can get you as up-close as you want! One-year limited warranty. |
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Barska AD10606 Dimentions: 25 x 8.5 x 4.4 inches List Price: $289.99 Price: Too low to display
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Key features Barska AD10606
- O-ring sealed for complete waterproof protection and Dry nitrogen-purged and sealed to prevent fogging, clouding and moisture damage
- Ergonomically designed with shock-absorbing rubber armor for maximum protection and enhancing overall handling
- Includes fully functional multi-adjustable tripod with quick release platform, and a carrying case for field protection
- Ideal for long range big game stalking and harsh weather conditions
- Multi-coated optics and massive objective lens increases light gathering ability thus delivering brighter images in low light conditions
- Model: Barska Gladiator 20-60x90 Waterproof Straight Spotting Scope w/Tripod
Review Barska Gladiator 20-60x90 Waterproof Straight Spotting Scope w/Tripod / Barska AD10606:Barska 20 - 60x90 mm Waterproof Gladiator Spotting Scope: Powerful magnification options in even the lowest light! ZOOM in for mega-close-up views. even in poor light! Ideal for long-range big game stalking, the Barska 20-60x90 mm Waterproof Gladiator Spotting Scope gives you a supersized 90 mm objective lens and superior coated optics, so you capture every detail in optimum contrast, vivid color and sharp resolution. Here's the big picture: Huge 90 mm objective increases light gathering ability for brighter images in low-light conditions; Multi-coated optics for ultra-clear, distortion-free viewing in any light in even the worst light conditions; High-function zoom provides 20-60x magnification; 99 1/2-52 1/2 ft F. O. V. @ 1,000 yds. [+]
close focus: 32 3/4 ft; O-ring sealed and dry nitrogen purged for 100% waterproof, fogproof performance; Long 2. 6-18. 7 mm eye relief and flip-down eyecups are perfect for glasses and non-glasses wearers alike; Built-in extendable sunshade; Rubber armor soaks up the abuse, textured for a firm grip; Includes fully functional, compact and lightweight micro-adjustable tripod with quick release platform, extendable legs with rubber feet. Max. height: 17 1/2", Min. height: 11"; Includes a carrying case for field protection; Approx. 16 3/4", 3 lb. Tough, bright and sharp enough for demanding situations. Order Today! Barska 20-60x90 mm Waterproof Gladiator Spotting Scope. |
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Orion List Price: $199.95 Price: $199.95
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Key features Orion
- Multi-coated 62mm prismatic optics and a zoom eyepiece for a magnification range of 20x to 60x
- Includes a mini-field tripod, molded plastic case (which holds both scope and tripod)
- Optional camera adapter allows coupling of a 35mm camera for through-the-telescope pictures
- Internally-baffled body to minimize glare and maximize contrast
- One-year limited warranty
- Model: Orion Dakota 20-60x62mm Zoom Spotting Scope
Review Orion Dakota 20-60x62mm Zoom Spotting Scope / Orion:For the weekend nature enthusiast, our Dakota spotting scope is one very practical package. It sports multi-coated 62mm prismatic optics and a zoom eyepiece with a magnification range of 20x to 60x. You can start wide then crank up the power to study your subject in detail. Near focus is 23'. The stylish body — silver-tone with black rubber trim — is internally baffled to minimize glare and maximize contrast. A click-stop collar allows the scope to be rotated for comfortable positioning of the eyepiece. |
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Kowa TSN-664 Weight: 0.022 pounds List Price: $759.00 Price: $793.95
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Key features Kowa TSN-664
- Fluorite ED lenses for remarkable color accuracy
- Does not include tripod - can be purchased separately
- 66mm objective lens and 310mm focal length for brighter images
- Nitrogen-filled housing for waterproof and fogproof use
- Limited lifetime warranty from Kowa
- Model: Kowa TSN-664 - Spotting scope 66
Review Kowa TSN-664 - Spotting scope 66 / Kowa TSN-664:Kowa spotting scopes are revered by many experts to be "as good as it gets. " The TSN-660 Series packs exquisite large-aperture optics inside a body barely 12" long. The 66mm objective lenses gather 21% more light than 60mm spotting scopes, for brighter images. Models are available with standard or fluorite "ED" lenses in both straight and angled configurations. All feature fully multi-coated optics. The fluorite (Prominar) models achieve remarkable color accuracy by virtually eliminating false color. All housings are nitrogen filled and waterproof/fogproof, and have a rotating collar and sliding lens shade. Sold as body only; eyepieces sold separately. Weights 2 lbs. , 3 oz. |
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