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Embrace a touch of the cosmos with our handcrafted. Individually made in-house, each piece reflects a unique charm. Material: Crafted from sturdy MDF.Dimensions & Weight: With dimensions of 60mm x 40mm and a thickness of 3mm, each key ring weighs a mere 10 grams, making it lightweight and easy to ca...

From the planets in our solar system to the constellations that brighten up the night skies, leaf through Nature Guide Stars and Planets, a beautiful guide to our solar system and beyond.Part of a new generation of compact natural history guides, Stars and Planets is expertly written and packed full...

A complete visual guide to the universeTake a tour of the Universe, from the 150km impact craters on the Moon to Jupiter's Great Red Spot - a 643kmph swirling storm that started in the 1600s.This stunningly illustrated slipcase is lavishly designed to cover every aspect of astronomy. Learn about the...

The must-have book for anyone with a telescope or binocularsHundreds of Night Sky Objects to See in a Home Telescope and How to Find ThemEasily the best astronomy handbook. Thoroughly recommended for beginners through to advanced level astronomy.Large-format eyepiece views, positioned side-by-side...

The comprehensive guide to astro imaging with a DSLR camera Michael A. CovingtonDigital SLR cameras have made it easier than ever before to photograph the night sky. Whether you're a beginner, nature photographer, or serious astronomer, this is the definitive handbook to capturing the heavens. Start...

Big astronomy ideas, simply explainedExplore planets, stars, galaxies, and the almost unimaginable vast scale of time and space with this comprehensive look at the cosmos.Follow a breathtaking story from Galileo inventing a telescope and discovering Jupiter's moons in 1610, to the unveiling of Uranu...

Explore the Wonders of the Night SkyA complete introduction to observing and understanding the night sky, this book takes you from the very basics of stargazing through to the skills you need to become an accomplished amateur astronomer.Discover the wonders of the Universe with this complete introdu...

by Brian May, Patrick Moore, Chris Lintott and Hannah WakefordThe story of the Universe from the moment time and space came into existence at the Big Bang. This third edition has a new chapter, all-new photography and has been revised and updated to reflect a decade of new discoveries. In 2004 a roc...

Recently released, this book on observational astronomy offers a comprehensive guide to observing, educating readers on the intricacies and methodologies. It also delves deep into associated astronomical topics. Alan Gilmore, one of New Zealand's most esteemed observing astronomers and a respected f...

Discover the wonders of the night sky with our Southern Hemisphere Star Disc.Perfectly sized at 26 x 24 cm, this map offers a clear and uncluttered design, making it easy for you to identify major stars, galaxies, nebulae, and clusters, all illustrated in vibrant colour. Ideal for stargazers in lati...

This tube gives 50mm of extension. It has a self centering twist top which provides for a straight / non-tilted alignment and gives an easy lock and release of eyepieces and accessories.Threaded for standard 2" filters and accessoriesTotal length = 85mm, Extension provided is 50mm.

This tube gives 80mm of extension. It has a self centering twist top which provides for a straight / non-tilted alignment and gives an easy lock and release of eyepieces and accessories.Threaded for standard 2" filters and accessoriesTotal length = 115mm, Extension provided is 80mm.

This tube gives 35mm of extension. It has a self centering twist top which provides for a straight / non-tilted alignment and gives an easy lock and release of eyepieces and accessories.Threaded for standard 2" filters and accessoriesTotal length = 70mm, Extension provided is 35mm.

Provides a 25mm extension to a 1.25" imaging / focuser train.Threaded for 1.25" filters and accessoriesExtension provided is 25mm.

Tube Ring (pair)These split and hinged optical tube mounting rings are made of cast-aluminum, feature quick release, hinged clamp knobs and felt lining. Designed for use with GSO mounts, they also fit with some other brands of mounts as well.Inside diameter (ID) is listed. Choose the size that match...

This 50mm Focuser Extension Tube is designed for the Astronz/GSO 8" Ritchey-Chretien and Classic Cassegrain telescopes.This sturdy extension inserts between the telescope back and the focuser to enable you to adjust for the back focus required for your setup.

This 25mm Focuser Extension Tube is designed for the Astronz/GSO 8" Ritchey-Chretien and Classic Cassegrain telescopes.This sturdy extension inserts between the telescope back and the focuser to enable you to adjust for the back focus required for your setup.

If you want a high end mirror star diagonal for your Schmidt Cassegrain telescope, this Astronz/GSO 2" Quartz Dielectric Diagonal Mirrors is your best choice. Quartz mirrors offers greater thermal stability, resulting in minimal thermal expansion & contraction.The feature of Quartz diagonal are:- Op...

Mirror Diagonal 2" Quartz 99% DielectricIf you want a high end mirror star diagonal, this Astronz/GSO 2" Quartz Dielectric Diagonal Mirrors is your best choice. Quartz mirrors offers greater thermal stability, resulting in minimal thermal expansion & contraction.The feature of Quartz diagonal are:-...

Crayford 2" 10:1 Micro Focuser for Schmidt-CassegrainThis Crayford design focuser connects to a standard Schmidt-Cassegrain thread. Eliminates the need for focusing with the primary mirror. CNC machined from strong aluminum with a black anodized finish, the drawtube glides on 4 bearing wheels with 2...

The Newtonian Crayford design focuser gives a superior design over the standard rack and pinion focuser. Constructed of strong aluminum with a black anodized finish, the drawtube glides on 4 bearing wheels with 40mm travel, a built-in tension knob for adjusting the "feel" to match your preference to...

Crayford 2" 10:1 Micro Focuser for RefractorA Crayford design focuser to suit a refractor telescope. Constructed of strong aluminum with a black anodized finish, a built-in tension knob for adjusting the "feel" to match your preference to gives zero image shift and zero backlash, offer ultra smooth...

Linear Bearing 2" 10:1 Focuser for Schmidt-CassegrainA Linear Bearing Crayford design focuser connects to a standard Schmidt-Cassegrain thread.Eliminates the need for focusing with the primary mirror.In conventional Crayford focusers, the drawtube is held in place by four roller bearings. Because of...

Linear Bearing 2" 10:1 Focuser for ReflectorA Linear Bearing Crayford design focuser for newtonian reflectors.The friction can be adjusted with a large thumbscrew, a second thumbscrew can lock the focuser tightly in position. Features a 2" brass compression ring, adaptor from 2" to 1.25" with brass...