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#9582 Posted: 31st August FOR SALE: FS78 Mint condition new in Brand new Dec 2003. New short tube version with extension tubes. 2 inch brass compresion adapter. Tube Clamp. All papers and receipt. red dot finder. Includes New Tenba Takahashi FS78 case. Ł900 inc postage in UK richard best, sussex, 01273812397 rvbest123321 //AT// aol.com ****************************************************************************** #9581 Posted: 31st August FOR SALE: Meade LX200 10" Classic, New 8x50 finder, 26mm eyepiece, RA and Dec motors checked by Broadhurst Clarkson Fuller recently, NO TRIPOD ( BC and F can supply used one for about Ł150) VG condition. No packing as bought from BC and F showroom. Ł1000 ono. Buyer collect, from near Canterbury,Kent. Richard Bailey, Canterbury,Kent richard //AT// jean100.freeserve.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9579 Posted: 30th August FOR SALE: MEADE 4000 eyepieces. All in "new condition" prices inlude P&P in the UK and all have Meade boltcases 40mm Ł50.00 26mm Ł30.00 20mm Ł40.00 15mm Ł40.00 12.4mm Ł40.00 9.7mm Ł40.00 or Ł210 if you buy then all dee, Essex deewaudbyATbtinternet.com ****************************************************************************** #9578 Posted: 30th August FOR SALE: Helios 150mm (6") refractor, focal length 1200mm on EQ5 mount and aluminium tripod. 4 Plossl eyepieces 25mm 20mm 15mm 4mm 10mm 90 degrees diagonal Polar scope tools x 2 Barlow 12 months old, used only twice and in mint condition. It must be seen. A genuine reluctant sale. Ł395. Bill Sanderson, Durham, 01740 651938 g4mqvg8uym at aol dot com ****************************************************************************** #9576 Posted: 30th August FOR SALE: BOOKS FOR SALE The following are all in mint condition and are hardback unless noted: Uranometria 2000 Vol. 1 (North) - Ł30 ono Astrophotography for the Amateur, 2nd ed (paperback) - Ł15 ono The Messier Objects (Stephen James O'Meara) - Ł15 ono The 20-cm Schmidt Cassegrain Telescope (Manly) - Ł10 ono Due to the weight of these books, postage will be on top of the agreed price. Morton Henderson, Glasgow morton dot henderson at ntlworld dot com ****************************************************************************** #9575 Posted: 30th August WANTED: 45 degree erecting prism for Meade ETX 90 John, Derby, 07906 188972 john at lakemeadows dot plus dot net ****************************************************************************** #9574 Posted: 30th August FOR SALE: VIXEN 102M achromatic refractor (tube assembly only). 4" (120mm) dia fully coated lens, 1000mm f.l. mounted in a white powder-coated metal tube. 6x30 finder with variable focus. Lovely smooth Vixen 1.25" focusing rack. Vixen tube mounting rings. Dew shield. 1.25" star diagonal. 10mm Celestron eyepiece (100x mag). I have used this instrument for lunar and planetary observing and and for the transit of Venus earlier this year have been very happy with it. It has been well looked after and I am only selling it to part finance a new telescope. Any inspection welcome (I live in Merseyside so postage would need to be calculated if this would be required after a sale). Ł350 (no offers below this please although I will be extremely happy to accept offers above!) With regard to my email address note the underscore between 'w' and 'las' Tony Williams, Liverpool UK tonyw_las at blueyonder dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9570 Posted: 30th August FOR SALE: Orion Europa 6 inch Newtonian (white tube), EQ3/4 mount and tripod. Ł225 O.N.O. Alan Pullen , Aylesbury, Bucks. alanpullen _ AT _tiscali.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9569 Posted: 30th August FOR SALE: Several items for sale: 1. Losmandy G11 controller + two stepper motors + handpanel + all cables. I had it as a spare kit when traveling, but do not need it anymore. Ideal as a spare part kit, or use it on homebuild mount. Works perfect, except the switch directions button on the handpanel (to switch the button sense) which fails every now and then, but I never used it anyway. Euro 250 or make me an offer. 2. Celestron Advanced Astromaster (NGC MAX clone) with encoders and mounting hardware for Losmandy G8/G11 mounts. Recent firmware, excellent condition. Euro 400. 3. Synta 80mm f5 refractor. Excellent optics. Tube was originally orange, but it is now taped with wide black plastic foil and looks much better to me. Withstands quite high magnficiations and has not too much false color. I often used it as a grab-and-go solar H-alpha scope too. Overall a great little scope. It was my guidescope but I have switched to selfguiding camera. Euro 75. Prices do not include shipping (from Belgium). Tx for looking Dodi, ddierick _ AT _hotmail.com ****************************************************************************** #9568 Posted: 30th August WANTED: Does anyone have any original Zeiss accessories for the optically superb 2.5-inch Carl Zeiss (Jena) Telementor refractor? I'm particularly interested in the zenith prism, turret eyepiece holder, or a Zeiss 6mm Orthoscopic eyepiece with the 24.5mm push-fit barrel size. Do please contact me if you have them or can source. Ade, Dereham, Norfolk, 07947 847045 macuserade AT netscape DOT net ****************************************************************************** #9566 Posted: 30th August WANTED: magellan 1 for lx10 hand controller for lx10 8x50 finder for lx10 graeme glasgow, warrington graeme_de AT yahoo DOT co DOT uk ****************************************************************************** #9565 Posted: 30th August FOR SALE: Sky Watcher Startravel 120mm short tube refractor on EQ5 mount with polar alignement scope, counterweights, and dual motor drives. 10mm and 20mm plossl eypieces with 2x barlow, and Baader Contrast Booster filter. Orion (US) scope and tripod case. All for Ł400.00, buyer collects (Hampshire) Tel 07831 769 049 Jeffrey Teague, Hampshire, 07831 769 049 email reserved ****************************************************************************** #9564 Posted: 27th August FOR SALE: Illuminated 12mm reticule eyepiece complete with power cord and mini-jack plug, originally used on LX200. Focusable twin cross hairs, in fair condition hence low price of Ł35 + P&P Andy Heath, Biggin Hill, Kent, andyheath at cwctv dot net OR ah40096 at gsk dot com ****************************************************************************** #9563 Posted: 27th August WANTED: Cordless illuminated reticule eyepiece, must be in excellent condition and around 9-12mm. Andy Heath, Biggin Hill, Kent, andyheath at cwctv dot net OR ah40096 at gsk dot com ****************************************************************************** #9562 Posted: 27th August FOR SALE: Books for sale Patrick Moore's the story of Astronomy A very large heavy hard back book of 251 pages Ł9.00 collected or email for postage cost Skywatching by David Levy A classic book in excellent condition Ł9.00 cllected or email for postage cost steve, hampshire steve //AT// turnpiketyres.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9561 Posted: 27th August FOR SALE: BRAND NEW SKY 90. this scope has never been used i've only opened the box for inspection. the scope comes with 7x50 finder, finder bracket, tube ring, 1.25" and 2" visual backs, extension tube and manual, all are in perfect condition. scope will be sent in original box. price Ł1,365, price includes postage. paul comeskey, glasgow, 0141 581 6495 paul dot comeskey1 at ntlworld dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9560 Posted: 27th August FOR SALE: MEADE 1.25" MA 25mm eyepiece. Ł10 incl. postage. John, jps at jswann dot fsnet dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9558 Posted: 26th August FOR SALE: Skywatcher Explorer 200mm (8") f/1000 Parabolic Newtonian Reflector with EQ5 mount. As new, little used Magnifications (with eyepieces supplied): x40 & x100 Highest Practical Power (Potential): x400 Diameter of Primary Mirror: 200mm Telescope Focal Length: 1000mm (f/5) Eyepiece Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm Dual-Fit 1.25"/2" Focuser Parabolic Primary Mirror 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports 9x50 Finderscope Direct SLR Camera Connection EQ5 Deluxe Heavy-Duty Equatorial Mount Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder 1.5" Stainless Steel Pipe Tripod with Accessory Tray 77% more Light Gathering than 150mm. Looking for something smaller and more portable. Virtually brand new - used a handful of times. Price Ł300 or swap for Meade ETX 90 Call Simon 0117 9248719 Location Bristol. Simon, Bristol, UK 07729 026 202 simon AT lexton dot me dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9557 Posted: 26th August FOR SALE: Meade 8" LX10 SCT...Comes with Field Tripod spotting scope and Dec motor drive. Also included..1x1.25 plossl eyepiece plus diagonal. I will also throw in a set of 4 planetary filters. Grab a bargain at Ł625 John D'Arcy, Aveley, Essex , UK, 07905482294 johndarcy //AT// blueyonder.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9556 Posted: 26th August FOR SALE: LUMICON 2'' Off - Axis Guider, mint condition, no vignetting on 35mm frame and larger prism than other makes for brighter guide stars. Slimmer profile meand it requires less back focus than other makes as well. Comes with T-mount for Olympus OM fit. Costs new Ł198 Buy mine for Ł125 Dave Timperley, Cheshire david dot timperley at gatley dot net ****************************************************************************** #9555 Posted: 26th August FOR SALE: ST2000MX CCD Camera, CFW8, AO7 SBig ST2000MX with 211 guide chip secondary stage water cooling, CFW8 filter wheel only 8 weeks old (purchased from ADIRONDACK VIDEO ASTRONOMY) with latest SBig LRGB filers, Adaptive optics AO7 unit with Adapter Plate for AO-7 and CFW8A, A more secure attachment is made when the AO-7 is coupled directly to the CFW8A with screws in the same way it can be attached to the camera body. This adapter plate makes direct attachment to the CFW8A. Please do not ask to split the package. Interested in straight trade for high end refractor with tube rings, Takahashi FS128 or Takahashi TOA 130, or sell for Ł3200 inc P&P UK tommi worton, Lowesoft, Suffolk tommi //AT// worton.com ****************************************************************************** #9554 Posted: 26th August FOR SALE: TMB 102mm (4") F 8 Triplet Apochromatic Refractor. Provides superb visual, Photographic and CCD performance with fantastic color correction, sharpness and contrast. The TMB optics are one of only a very few refractive optics on the market that are so well color corrected that is not necessary to employ an IR blocker for CCD imaging. This is only 8 weeks old and has only been used once. comes with cnc tube rings, retractable dew shield, starlight feather touch focuser and finder bracket. SPECIFICATIONS: Lightweight Aluminium Tube Equipped with Feathertouch 2" Crayford Focuser CNC Tube Rings Focal Length 816mm, Ł1700 inc P&P UK. Images of the OTA can be seen in the telescope section of my web site. www.worton-astronomy.co.uk tommi worton, Lowesoft, Suffolk tommi //AT// worton.com ****************************************************************************** #9553 Posted: 26th August FOR SALE: STF Mirage 7" F10 Maksutov OTA The Mirage is a super example of a high quality Maksutov. Visually it performs at a very high level, giving very good sharp contrast views of the planets and having enough light grasp to show many deep sky targets to good effect. With a CCD camera it provides superb sharp images and makes an excellent choice for high resolution imaging This one comes with custom made aluminum tube rings made by parallax instruments (cost Ł350 to have cast and machined) I am also selling a dedicated APM 0.8x focal reducer which is new (cost Ł150) The scope is in as new condition and is only a few months old. Comes with padded transportation case and interferometer report. Total Investment was Ł1800, sell for Ł1150 inc P&P UK. Images of the OTA can be seen in the telescope section of my web site. Also interested in trade 10/12" F4-5.5 Newtonian with tude rings, must be in A1 condition. tommi worton, Lowesoft, Suffolk tommi //AT// worton.com ****************************************************************************** #9551 Posted: 25th August FOR SALE: Looking for a small TMB 80mm f6 APO with Feathertouch focuser or a Borg 77mm ED in f4 configuration. Tx. Dominique Dierick, Ghent, Belgium ddierick //AT// hotmail.com ****************************************************************************** #9550 Posted: 25th August FOR SALE: SKY & TELESCOPE July 1966 - Dec 2003, Ł150. Buyer must collect. Paul Yates, Oakworth, West Yorkshire, 01535 678491 paulastro at blueyonder dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9549 Posted: 25th August FOR SALE: LOMO binoviewer with two 20mm plossl eyepieces, very good condition. Ł115 Paul Yates, Oakworth, West Yorkshire, 01535 678491 paulastro at blueyonder dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9548 Posted: 25th August WANTED: Hi I'm looking for GP-DX mount (only head). Must be in good condition. Sławek, Tarnow Poland sullivan //AT// solutions.net.pl ****************************************************************************** #9547 Posted: 25th August FOR SALE: MANFROTTO 128LP TRIPOD HEAD This micro video head is perfect for lightweight video cameras and binoculars (up to 15x70), and includes an adjustable pan bar, which can be positioned either on the left or right side. The head has smooth fluid movements and adjustable tension. Pan: 360° Tilt: +90° -90° Ł40.00 Including P&P Craig Ridgway, Leicestershire, UK csr //AT// rigga.org ****************************************************************************** #9546 Posted: 25th August FOR SALE: Excellent 10" Meade LX200 f6.3 with a lot of accessoires: - Meade Superwedge - Meade Field Tripod - Original metal dewshield lined with flocking paper - 240 V power supply - 12-18 V power supply (to put in cigarette lighter) - Electric Focusser - Collimation screws by Chris Heapy - Meade T-adapter - Counterweight system on Baader rail - 6cm Vixen Guide-scope on Baader rail (can be used to put other accesoires on it such as APO, camera, ...) - Original 8x50 Finder - very firm wooden crate The telescope is a good optical and mechanical performer. Slews are always dead-on target. This telescope was always used to image, through the main scope (http://www.supernovae.be/images/deepsky/slides/M1_19dec2003.html) or piggyback with a orion ED (http://www.supernovae.be/images/deepsky/slides/m33_15aug2004.html) I am selling because I will be upgrading to a larger system. When you are seriously interested please contact me at Maarten Vanleenhove, Willebroek, Belgium maarten dot vanleenhove AT pandora dot be ****************************************************************************** #9545 Posted: 25th August FOR SALE: Helios ST80 short tube refractor. 80mm F5 achromat. EQ1 undriven mount. I have fitted a sturdy wooden tripod, ally legs included. Short rack screws fitted (to eliminate diffraction spikes) and properly collimated. Mount has been dismantled and properly assembled with kilopoise grease for smooth movement. Luminous paint applied to lockscrews and decent chunky knobs fitted to cable drives. Barlow lens but no eyepiecs ( to be honest the supplied eyepieces didn t do the objective justice). Ideal good quality first telescope, or Rich field scope. Ł100 plus postage IR Poyser 3 F15 objective. Manufactured by AE optics of cambridge, beautiful quality cemented doublet. has only been out of packaging once to measure up for lens cell. Would make a wonderful classic refractor. Ł300 plus postage . Steve Collier, near preston lancs Steve dot A dot Collier at BAESYSTEMS dot Com ****************************************************************************** #9544 Posted: 25th August FOR SALE: Memoirs of the Mars Section of the British Astronomical Association. Set of six rare memoirs of the B.A.A. Mars Section, three by the renowned Mars observer E.M. Antoniadi F.R.A.S. All booklets in reasonable condition, some covers are fragile; one loose, some slight spotting on pages, but no more than you would expect for pamphlets this age. Many fine ink drawings and maps of Mars, when "Canals" were still all the rage for observers to see! Reluctant sale, a fine collection of interest to astronomy/science historians. List of Memoirs avaiable: Fourth Report of the Section for the Observations of Mars, Apparition of 1898-1899, Director E.M. Antoniadi F.R.A.S, February 21, 1901. Seventh Report of the Section for the Observations of Mars, Apparition of 1905, Director E.M. Antoniadi F.R.A.S, December 21, 1910. Twelfth Report of the Section for the Observations of Mars, Apparition of 1915-1916, Director E.M. Antoniadi F.R.A.S, August, 1920. Thirteenth Report of the Section for the Observations of Mars, Apparition of 1917-1918, Director Harold Thornton F.R.A.S, August, 1924. Fourteenth Report of the Section for the Observations of Mars, Apparition of 1919-1920, Director Harold Thornton F.R.A.S, March, 1927. Twenty-Fourth Report of the Section for the Observations of Mars, Apparition of 1941, Director P. M. Ryves F.R.A.S, 1951. Will e-mail pictures of them if you contact me. Price Ł40.00 inc. postage and packing. Andrew Johnson, Ripon, UK., andrew at harrogate dot phigroup dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9543 Posted: 24th August FOR SALE: Meade 8 inch LX10 Schmitt-Cassegrain Telescope excellent condition in original box. Package includes Field Tripod, 2xEyepieces, 1xBarlow lens, 2xWebcams for Astrophotography, Planesphere, software etc etc. can be collected or sent. Ł850 Steve Stewart, Nairn, Scotland Steve dot A dot Stewart at talk21 dot com ****************************************************************************** #9542 Posted: 24th August FOR SALE: CELESTRON SUPER C8, 8" SC. Complete system with: heavy duty tripod and wedge, accurate Byers RA drive (with bits to power via mains, cig lighter socket and battery), lovely 50mm finder with helical focus, piggy back camera mount, illuminated orthoscopic reticule eyepiece, off axis guider and extension tubes, diagonal, metal dew cap,1x Celestron Plossl, 4x Celestron Orthoscopic eyepieces, hard trunk case for telescope, padded case for eyepieces etc, full original instructions. A real bargain at Ł585. Paul Yates, Oakworth, West Yorkshire, 01535 678491 paulastro at blueyonder dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9541 Posted: 24th August FOR SALE: 1) Mint PARAMOUNT ME Robotic Mount by Software Bisque with all standard items: GBP9285. Ready for shipment and going cheap if you consider NO wait of 2+ years from the factory. 2) LOSMANDY's GM8 mount. Superb shape and performance! GBP1045. 3) Lightly used AP400GTO mount. Great tracking accuracy for visual use and astro photography! GBP3995. No wait of 3 years from the company! All prices include air shipping/handling and import taxes into the UK. Pictures are available on request. Please contact me for other Hi-End products from Astro-Physics, Takahashi, TeleVue, Pentax, Meade, Celestron and other companies, Eyepieces of all kinds, other accessories and of course, my Replacement Warranty or Money Back (if the item is non-replaceble). Clear Skies to all! Sha, Bos, 339-206-0224 pulsar59 at peoplepc.com ****************************************************************************** #9539 Posted: 24th August FOR SALE: EQ-5 MOUNT WITH UPGRADES Enhanced EQ-5 mount - gears polished, regreased, etc. Upgraded steel tripod from Orion Optics. Dual axis drives fitted. Two dovetail bars available. This mount is excellent for high power visual observing can support small to medium instruments. I used it for planetary observing with a 4" refractor but have sold the scope as aperture fever has struck and I'm planning to upgrade to a SCT. Asking Ł250 ono. Can arrange delivery in the UK. Morton Henderson, Glasgow morton dot henderson at ntlworld dot com ****************************************************************************** #9538 Posted: 24th August FOR SALE: Baader Contrast Boosting Filter as new used once, as seen here : http://www.dhinds.co.uk/pages/fullProd.php?id=120 Price includes postage. Contact me for any further info. David Giles, Essex, 07976589309 dgsgc //AT// ntlworld.com ****************************************************************************** #9537 Posted: 24th August FOR SALE: Meade 9.7mm Series 4000 Super Plossl eyepiece. As new but i cant findthe plastic protector hence the Ł50 price. Price includes postage. Contact me for any more info or pics. David Giles, Essex, 07976589309 dgsgc //AT// ntlworld.com ****************************************************************************** #9536 Posted: 24th August FOR SALE: ETX 70 AT (with extras)- Ł170 ETX70 AT with autostar controller, tripod, tripod bag, MA 25mm eyepiece, SR4mm eyepiece, Celestron Aluminium eyepiece case, eyepiece tray, and flexi focus for etx. Email me for pics or any other info. David Giles, Essex, 07976589309 dgsgc //AT// ntlworld.com ****************************************************************************** #9535 Posted: 24th August FOR SALE: SXV - H9C Am selling SXV - H9C megapixel CCD as new. One shot colour but can also manage H-Alpha. Ł1850 new. Ł1600 ono secures. Jamie Hamilton, Bath UK hambath at hotmail dot com ****************************************************************************** #9534 Posted: 24th August WANTED: ETX125 HARD CASE. James Jefferson, Middlesex / London james.jefferson //AT// bbc.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9533 Posted: 24th August FOR SALE: Meade eyepiece set - all 4000 series in Meade aluminium case, in mint condition and all unused Ł250 ono Dave, Sheffield, UK dave | weatherall | at | btinternet dot com ****************************************************************************** #9532 Posted: 23rd August FOR SALE: EYEPIECE CLEAROUT, Celestron 32mm Erfle, Meade MA 25mm, Meade 12.5mm Ortho. First sensible offer secures! Alan Smith, Horsham, West Sussex cor dot caroli at uk online dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9531 Posted: 23rd August FOR SALE: FINDERSCOPE, Fullerscopes 6 by 30, long barrel, adjustable focus but no mounting bracket. Nice clear crosshairs. Ł7 plus postage. Alan Smith, Horsham, West Sussex cor dot caroli at uk online dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9530 Posted: 23rd August FOR SALE: Televue 20mm Plossl eyepiece for sale. Good condition with box but no caps, Ł55. Or will swap for a TV 32mm Plossl as I need a lower-power eyepiece. Bruce MacDonald, Devizes, Wiltshire macdonalddevizes at tiscali dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9528 Posted: 23rd August FOR SALE: Takahashi Binoviewer as new with a pair of Televue 8mm Plossl so it is ready to use. Selling since not doing any visual observing with the telescope. Asking Ł365 including postage within the UK Lilian Hobbs, Southampton me at lilianhobbs dot com ****************************************************************************** #9527 Posted: 23rd August FOR SALE: Coronado Double Stack Maxscope 60 Save over Ł1,200 The package includes, Complete Maxscope 60 0.5 with Coronado carry case and a 25mm Cemax eyepiece. This is the complete telescope system. It has one of the etalons at the front and another mounted inside near the focuser. Come over and try it, no obligation to buy. Much nicer image than single etalon. I have compared this with single 90mm filter and the double 60mm gave much more contrast and more (much much more) surface detail. I used to own the single stack 60mm and this one is considerably better. I am only selling it because I want to take the final step and get a double stack 90mm Only two months old, brand new condition. Asking Ł5,300 which will save someone well over Ł1,000, will also consider offers. Aston, London, 07765 255599 aston //AT// supanet.com ****************************************************************************** #9526 Posted: 22nd August WANTED: Either a Televue 4x or 5x powermate or a Televue 3x barlow. Must me in excellent optical condition. Cash waiting Jamie Cooper, Northants, 07855556495 cooper.jamie _ AT _btinternet.com ****************************************************************************** #9523 Posted: 22nd August WANTED: HElios Apollo 150 (6 inch). EQ-3 Mount, solar filter fitted, Barlow Lens, 2 x eyepieces. Motors for RA & DEC but not fitted. LEDS fitted on tripod. Reason for sale upgraded. Ł225 o.v.n.o. Laurence, Rochdale, 01706 378188 laurence _ AT _waterbabies.plus.com ****************************************************************************** #9522 Posted: 22nd August WANTED: power lead for use with an LX200 telescope to run it from a 12v battery,or ciggarette lighter in a car. I believe Meade supply such an adapter changing the input of 12v to 18vfor running the scope. Please contact me if you have one for sale. Regards and clear skies. Larry R Todd, Cleveland, 01642 504537 diana dot todd at ntlworld dotcom ****************************************************************************** #9521 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: SXVH9 AUTOGUIDE CAMERA Used only once. Includes guide camera and cable to connect to SXVH9. Ł199 including UK postage Lilian Hobbs, Southampton me at lilianhobbs dot com ****************************************************************************** #9518 Posted: 22nd August WANTED: Any Software that will allow you to print Observing Lists. Sky Tools.Etc. Robert, Watford warbrick at mealingp dot freeserve dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9517 Posted: 22nd August WANTED: Astro systems reflector wanted with or without eq mount, fair price paid. graham, north west astronut66 at blueyonder dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9516 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: BOOKS FOR SALE My collection of asronomy books for sale all books in good condition and includes postage to uk only NOT southern ireland or europe. Brilliant stars by Patrick Moore Ł10.00 Patrick Moore on mars Ł 10.00 The universe explained by colin Ronan Ł 10.00 Empire of the Sun by John Gribbin & Simon Goodwin Ł10.00 All 4 book Ł35.00 including postage steve, fareham steve _ AT _costa109.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9515 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: Eyepieces for sale Televue 11mm Plossl, latest version, excellent condition Ł40 Televue 12mm Radian, excellent condition, boxed Ł130 Generic 10mm Plossl brand new Ł25 Jamie Cooper, Northants, 07855556495 cooper.jamie _ AT _btinternet.com ****************************************************************************** #9514 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: Astro Binoculars. Helios Ultimate High Resolution 7x50. These are the perfect astro binoculars. The unusual 7x50 combination giving an exit pupil of just over 7mm - perfect for collecting maximum light with a dark adjusted eyes ! The Japanese optics are fully multicoated, have Bak-4 prisms and a generous 6 degrees field. These bino's are finished in a pleasing leatherette finish and come with complete with a soft case. They are in absolutly perfect condition. These would cost over Ł100 new but I am asking just Ł60 Jamie Cooper, Northants, 07855556495 cooper.jamie _ AT _btinternet.com ****************************************************************************** #9512 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: Intes Micro MN78 with EQ6 mount This is the latest version of this premium Russian telescope. It is an outstanding performer, especially on the Planets due to its tiny 13% obstruction, fully baffled tube and the highest quality optics. It performs like a 6 inch APO at a fraction of the price. I can email pictures of the scope and images taken through it. It is in excellent condition throughout. Comes complete with solid baffled dewshield and full apeture Solar filter. This would set you back well over Ł2000 new. I am asking just Ł1200 Jamie Cooper, 07855556495 cooper.jamie _ AT _btinternet.com ****************************************************************************** #9511 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: 10 inch Ritchey Chretien Telescope F9 from RCOS Carbon Fibre zero expansion OTA Paul Jones Astro-Sittal optics (zero expansion) with interferometry Servo motor control of secondary with hand paddle Three large fans on rear plate for active cooling Astrophysics focuser Top and bottom Losmandy plates Superb instrument with flat field for photography or CCD imaging. Several images can be seen at: http://www.acatterall.com Price: Ł5,750 (reduced) 2 inch RGB TT filters and 1 Ľ inch IR filter Ł150 Colour Video camera DSP complete with 1 1/4 nosepiece and software. Hardly used - Ł120 Spectra Sure Sharp focusing aid for Olympus camera - unused hence perfect condition. Ł150 Orion Glass Solar filter with OD = 3.56 inches Ł25.00 Adrian, Herts adrian _ AT _acatterall.com ****************************************************************************** #9510 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: TAL 150p, used 3 times. Excellent Optics Reason for sale, upgrading to a smaller MEADE etx 105 Standard Specification :- Magnification Range: x30, x60, x75, x150 Diameter of Primary Mirror: 150mm Diffraction Limited Optics *** Telescope Focal Length: 150mm (f/5) Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm Plossls x2 Barlow Lens 8x50 Finderscope Filters Supplied: Blue, Red, Green,Yellow & Neutral Grey (Lunar) Parabolic Primary Mirror Equatorial Mount ,(Heavy Duty Pedestal Stand with Built-in Vibration Suppression Pads) For Sale for Ł250.00 open to negotiate a little. Contact me at or 01384 824347 Mr Jason Evans, Dudley, West Midlands, Nr Birmingham, UK, 01384 824347 evansj2000 _ AT _hotmail.com ****************************************************************************** #9509 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: Skywatcher 150 (6") Skyliner dobsonian telescope, complete with 3 e/p's, 6x30 finder, tension balance system, e/p holder etc.. this scope has never been used apart from checking collimation & base unit is still flat packed,..excellent, easy to set up & use...see reviews on cloudynights.com p&p at cost John, N Scotland, 01349 884194 teleboy2020 _ AT _tesco.net ****************************************************************************** #9508 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: Yukon 100X spotting scope, as new still boxed 200GBP ono Gareth, South Yorks g.coulson _ AT _croda-appchem.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9507 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: Meade 70mm F10 tube assy the focusser rack is damaged, but useable as a good finder /guider Ł 7.00 Plus post.Optics OK john long, Petworth W Sussex, 01403 700913 john at the-longs dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9506 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: MEADE Hard Case for ETX 125. Little used. Ł100, plus P&p. John Swann, Chichester, 01243 575611 jps at jswann dot fsnet dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9505 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: SkyWatcher 120mm refractor OTA, excellent condition F8.3, FL 1000mm. Comes with 2" drawtube, 2" to 1.25" ep adaptor, diagonal, 9x50 finder, spare dewshield and two eyepieces, cradle and dovetail plate. Gives very sharp images and is very portable, reason for sale is upgrading. Buyer to collect Andy Heath, Biggin Hill, Kent andyheath at cwctv dot net OR ah40096 at gsk dot com ****************************************************************************** #9504 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: SkyWatcher 120mm refractor OTA, excellent condition F8.3, FL 1000mm. Comes with 2" drawtube, 2" to 1.25" ep adaptor, diagonal, spare dewshield and two eyepieces, cradle and dovetail plate. Gives very sharp images and is very portable, reason for sale is upgrading. Buyer to collect Andy Heath, Biggin Hill, Kent andyheath at cwctv dot net OR ah40096 at gsk dot com ****************************************************************************** #9503 Posted: 22nd August WANTED: Book. Galaxies by Timothy Ferris published by Stewart,Tabori & Chang in early eighties. Condition not too important as it is required for reading and reference. If you have a copy that you are happy to sell please let me know. Dale Holt, Buntingford, Herts dale dot a dot holt at gsk dot com ****************************************************************************** #9502 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: Takahashi FS-78, 6x30 finder, 1.25" diagonal, tubeholder (+ dovetail bar for Vixen/Chinese mount) Ł795. 5mm Radian Ł155, 19mm Panoptic Ł145. HEQ5 mount Ł295. All items new Xmas 2003, hardly used and genuinely mint, boxed with caps etc. Further reduced price for the whole lot - only Ł1295 (Ł1K less than new price.) Paul, Aberdeenshire UK, 07732 462754 longbowman at mac dot com ****************************************************************************** #9501 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: Book for sale My collection of asronomy books for sale Ł50.00 the lot including postage or priced seperately The guiness book of astronmy by Patric Moore. perfect condition Ł 10.00 Collected Postage Ł 4.45 Gravity Black Holes and the Universe by Iain nicolson. perfect condition Ł9.00 collected or postage at Ł2.73 The atlas of the Solar System by Patrick Moore and Garry hunt This very large heavy hard back book published in association with the Royal Astronomical Society has over 460 pages . It is a must for any astronomer. excellent condition. Ł10.00 collected or postage at Ł4.72 The skywatchers handbook By Colina a. Ronan and Storm Dunlop This hard back book of 220 pages is in good condition except a this book belongs to writing on fly cover Authors note: night and day what to look for in the heavens above Ł 6.00 collected or postage at Ł3.10 Cosmos by Carl Sagan This book is a must for collectors of books on asrtonomy and space science the book is in excellent condition. Ł9.00 collected or postage at Ł4.45 it is a large heavy book Science and the Universe This is a huge heavy book of 300 pages that covers physical sciences and astronomy. A marvelous edition to any collection for someone interested in astronomy and the science behind it 100's of magnificent colour pictures and diagrams as new condition. Ł10.00 collected or postage at Ł4.72 Universe in focus By Stuart Clark The story of the Hubble Telescope. A brilliant hard back book with some stunning colour photographs In very good condition Ł8.00 collected or postage at Ł3.10 Ł50.00 the lot including postage or priced seperately steve, portsmouth costaowner _ AT _btinternet.com ****************************************************************************** #9500 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: EQ2/3 mount and tripod (Synta/chinese type) and weights, with slo motion controls on both axis. Good condition. Sells for Ł190 new, will accept Ł100 + p&p Any questions, please ask Gaz, Chester aqoj46 _ AT _dsl.pipex.com ****************************************************************************** #9499 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: Pentax XL 21mm 1.1/4 eyepiece, new, boxed Ł165.00 Mintron Camera System, watch deepsky objects appear on you TV as they would look in A much larger telescope, example an 8 telescope becomes A 18 telescope, plus with A capture card for the PC you can stack frames and make very nice images, complete with 1.1/4 sleeve, all power and video leads power supply, housed in it s plastic foam filled carry case. Never used or has been opened. Ł230.00 Hoya F=135mm camera lens with the M42 thread connecting style, good condition. Ł15.00 Thousand Oaks filters, mint condition never used. Broadband Ł80.00 Narrowband Ł80.00 LP-4 Ł80.00 Baader Contrast Booster, 1.1/4 boxed never used Ł31.00 Red Spot Finder & Bracket, as new. Ł25.00 Meade DS114 GoTo Telescope, ideal for the novice or teenager starting out, boxed as new Ł195.00 Clock Drive, Single RA drive for the EQ5 mount, hand controller etc, boxed never used. Ł69.00 Helios Nature telescope 60mm boxed, mint. Ł35.00 Helios StarTravel 104mm refractor on A Helios ALT-AZ Mount, superb condition, as new Ł195.00 Orion (USA) 80mm ED Refractor OTA, wonderful optics and build, mint condition as new Ł425.00 Steel observatory pier, can support up to 12" LX200, never used Ł300.00 Phillips ToU Pro Cam II, boxed, new, with 1.1/4" sleeve. Bargin Ł75.00 Meade DS114 GoTo telescope, perfect for any beginner wanting to see the nights wonders, without knowing the sky by heart. As new mint. Ł270 Russian Night vision monocular, with case, hardly used, vgc, Ł120.00 4mm Orth eyepiece, Boxed new, Ł40.00. Sky-Watcher Plossl's 25mm Wide Angle & 10mm Ł25.00 each. Sky-Watcher twin red LED torch with switchable white light LED's, powerfull night torch, brand new Ł19.00 Meade ETX 105 UHTC with Autostar in ex-demo condition, Ł550.00 2 inch star diagional, in good condition Ł35.00 As always photo's can be sent. Clare, Cambs UK pocketrocket042 at aol.com ****************************************************************************** #9498 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: Barlow lens 2.8x ( Japanese ), 1 1/4" fitting, excellent condition Ł23 ( includes postage ) John, N Scotland, 01349 884194 teleboy2020 _ AT _tesco.net ****************************************************************************** #9497 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: Helios Evostar 102mm refractor ( focal length 1000mm ) on Astro3 equatorial mount. Includes 2 plossl e/p's, diagonal, finder, slo-mo's, setting circles etc. This scope is spotless with no marks on lens, tube, e/p's...excellent planetery & double star scope, also good performancer on brighter DSO's ( see reviews on cloudynights & excelsis etc ) Ł215 p & p ( UK only ) at cost. Would be prepared to sell complete OTA ( with tube rings )on it's own if reg'd Ł135 John, N Scotland, 01349 884194 teleboy2020 _ AT _tesco.net ****************************************************************************** #9496 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: Beaconhill 8.75" parabolic mirror set ( finished to 1/8th wave ) complete with 50mm secondary. Never used, only been looked at once to check they are ok. Also available home made secondary mount ( to fit 236mm internal dia tube ) with curved vane as well as fully adjustable primary mirror cell. I just don't seem to have the time to finish the project. There is also tubing available for no extra charge, but buyer would have to pay carriage as it's quite heavy Ł180, p & p ( UK only ) at cost John, N Scotland, 01349 884194 teleboy2020 _ AT _tesco.net ****************************************************************************** #9495 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: Illuminated reticle 12.2mm ocular 1.25 ortho Japan as new condition Ł75.00 any questions please email me Kev, Teesside kevhamlyn#at#ntlworld.com ****************************************************************************** #9494 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: Celestron advanced series nexstar CG5GT computerised mount and a super heavy weight 50mm S.S. tripod as new condition any questions please email me Ł500.00 ONO Kev, Teesside kevhamlyn#at#ntlworld.com ****************************************************************************** #9493 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: LUMICON Deep Sky Filter. Ł45. Very efficient light pollution filter and ideal for all photography. See http://www.lumicon.com/dsf.htm for more details. John Swann, Chichester, 01243 575611 jps at jswann dot fsnet dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9492 Posted: 22nd August WANTED: I am on look out for a reasonably priced 416xte camera (head or full set) in good condition. Please contact me on: David Rossitter, Cambridge david.rossitter _ AT _convergys.com ****************************************************************************** #9491 Posted: 22nd August FOR SALE: I have these items for sale. Both are in very good to perfect condition. *Baader MPCC coma corrector. Works very well in Newtonians with focal ratios between f/4 and f/6. See very good review at: http://www.licha.de/AstroWeb/reviews_fullsize.php3?iRevId=27 Will not increase the focal lenght of your fast Newtonian as other coma correctors do - so you can still enjoy the wide field of view you paid for and get pinpoint stars all the way to the edge! *JMI DX-3 Crayford focuser. It comes with curved base for 8"-10" OTAs. All hex keys and bolts supplied. These focusers are known worldwide for their excellent quality. I have two draw tubes for it (3" and 4.5" long) to help you achieve focus no matter what eyepiece/barlow/camera/ccd you use. See specifications at: http://www.jimsmobile.com/focuser_comparison.htm Will sell both for Ł200 or the coma corrector for Ł90 and the focuser for Ł150. Pictures available to serious enquiries. Please email me for more details. Roberto Botero, Chiswick, London, UK, 02087470740 evenings roberto // at // boterosanchez /dot/ plus /dot/ com ****************************************************************************** #9490 Posted: 18th August FOR SALE: Televue 2inch 2X Powermate mint Ł160 Meade F/6.3 reducer/corrector for SCT mint Ł85 Simon Packer, 01926 777649 simonguypacker at tiscali dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9489 Posted: 18th August WANTED: Helios (Synta) 9x50 finderscope, with base, to upgrade from a 6x30. Ahado, Wilts, UK ahado-astro at basho-an dot org dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9488 Posted: 18th August FOR SALE: Televue 9mm Nagler, 2" & 1.25" fitting. Unused, boxed absolutely as new. Ł150 ono. Astro Physics field flattener, incorporating either 35mm T mount fuitting or Pentax 6 x 7 fitting. Fits 130 F6 Starfire, but I think will work on any similar F stop Astrophysics scope. Ł300. Andy Sefton, Lancashire ajs dot 51 at virgin.net ****************************************************************************** #9487 Posted: 18th August WANTED: 2.5-3Kg (ish) Counterweight for Vixen GP/DX/EQ5 mount to counterbalance a ST80 refractor and piggybacked camera - My 5Kg is too much... Also dew heaters for 100mm dia. 'scope and 60mm dia. camera lens. Cash waiting - Clear Skies! Andy Stentiford, Edinburgh, UK astrostuff _ AT _blueyonder.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9485 Posted: 18th August FOR SALE: Vixen VC200 8" F9 Flat Field Cassegrain. In excellent optical, mechanical and cosmetic condition. Complete with Vixen 232mm Tube rings (ideal for mounting a guidescope) and 2" Visual back. Also includes dovetail plate and finderscope. Scope is an excellent tool for CCD imaging and astrophotography and works very well with its fixed primary (no image shift or mirror flopping). Provides full illumination over 35mm film with lovely flat field. Bargain at Ł750 Ian King, ianking2112 _ AT _hotmail.com ****************************************************************************** #9484 Posted: 18th August FOR SALE: 10" f/4.8 Newtonian parabolic mirror and flat. Mirror is made of low expansion Pirex for very rapid cooling and has SiO2 (silicon dioxide) coatings. It is 1" thick and has central ring mark for easy collimation. Being parabolic reduces spherical aberration. It's supposed to be diffraction limited but I don't have the instruments to test it. Star tests looked fine and in any case here's a picture taken with it so you can judge its performance for yourselves: http://fp.boterosanchez.plus.com/M27-SXV.htm Clean surfaces - only a bit of dust on primary which doesn't affect performance. An optical set like this costs around Ł300 new. I'm selling it for Ł200 OVNO with postage included in mainland UK. Please email me if you have questions. Thanks for looking! Roberto Botero, Chiswick, London, UK, 02087470740 evenings roberto // at // boterosanchez /dot/ plus /dot/ com ****************************************************************************** #9482 Posted: 18th August FOR SALE: Buy my JMI Crayford focuser and Baader coma corrector and get a 10" Newtonian almost free! Plus I'll throw in a Baader laser collimator as well! Items for sale are: *10" f/4.8 Sky-Watcher Newtonian with parabolic mirror (pyrex low expansion glass) coated with silicon dioxide. Comes with 9x50 achromatic finder, caps, rings. In original box if wanted. See picture taken with it here: http://fp.boterosanchez.plus.com/M27-SXV.htm *Baader MPCC coma corrector for above. Works very well in Newtonians with focal ratios between f/4 and f/6. See very good review at: http://www.licha.de/AstroWeb/reviews_fullsize.php3?iRevId=27 *JMI DX-3 Crayford focuser. I have replaced the rack and pinion focuser that came with the Newtonian above with a back-slash free Crayford focuser from JMI. These focusers are known worldwide for their excellent quality. I have two draw tubes for it (3" and 4.5" long) to help you achieve focus no matter what eyepiece/barlow/camera/ccd you use. *Baader laser collimator (according to Baader it'd also work in SCT but I haven't tried). This original design by Baader has a grid to help you collimate your Newtonian easier. Items above cost in excess of Ł650 new. I'm selling the lot for Ł350. You can come and collect them or I can post at cost within mainland UK. Please feel free to send me an email if you have questions. Roberto Botero, Chiswick, London, UK, 02087470740 evenings roberto // at // boterosanchez /dot/ plus /dot/ com ****************************************************************************** #9481 Posted: 17th August FOR SALE: Antares Elite Plossls - 10mm and 25mm, Ł40 each. An opportunity to own these superior 5 element plossls made in Japan. They are fully multi coated and have blackened edges for enhanced contrast. The same model as the Celestron Ulima range (Ł80) rated as best in their class by Sky and Telescope magazine, and the Orion Ultrascopics (Ł80). They offer a generous 52 degree field of view. Included with winged rubber eyeguards to block stray light and maximise comfort, and with a plastic bolt type container. Mint condition. Nicholas, London, 0794 1223748 nick dot tacticos at btopenworld dot com ****************************************************************************** #9478 Posted: 17th August FOR SALE: Hellios 6" Reflector on equatorial mount,polar allignment scope,tripod,2 x barlow lens,10mm,26mm Plossl eyepiec,R/A motor drive. Excellent optics.....Ł200 Keith Grice, 01724 331672 keithandjeanette at ntlworld dot com ****************************************************************************** #9477 Posted: 17th August WANTED: WANTED 127 MCT. I'm a beginner astronomer and am looking for a complete Skymax 127 with all the bits Tom, South Lincolnshire tommyweaves _ AT _hotmail.com ****************************************************************************** #9476 Posted: 17th August FOR SALE: 80mm f/6 refractor guidescope. Air-spaced achromatic doublet, rack and pinion focusser. Off-white colour tube. Condition vitually as new. Ł100 Pair of matching guidescope rings in black, with radius feet (for attaching to a tube). Ł40 (Ł130 for scope and rings purchased together). C Garvey, rubystar at ntlworld dot com ****************************************************************************** #9475 Posted: 17th August FOR SALE: Meade ETX 90 spotting scope (quite a rare item in the UK). Looked after well. Optics are clean. Original box with finder scope, bracket and eyepiece. Fits any photo tripod. Complete with handmade extendable dewshield. Makes an excellent guider and a casual astro telescope as well as a spotting scope- Ł200. C Garvey, rubystar at ntlworld dot com ****************************************************************************** #9474 Posted: 17th August FOR SALE: Astro-Electronic FS2 GOTO system for EQ6 mount. Consists of motors, connection leads, control box and handset. Complete system in virtually unused condition. New price is 1400 Euros, selling for Ł500. Location Cambs. C Garvey, rubystar at ntlworld dot com ****************************************************************************** #9473 Posted: 17th August WANTED: A Vixen 90mm or 102mm OTA or a complete instrument. Such as a custom 90.altaz or super polaris equatorial 102 . I would even consider an instrument with a defective mount,as i onlt really want the tube assembly . Patrick Lindfield, Redhill, Surrey patrick _ AT _mrkos.fsnet.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9471 Posted: 17th August FOR SALE: MILBURN Wedge - Final Price!! I moved the OTA from my LX200GPS to a GEM mount and now I have this great Milburn Wedge for sale! Probably the best wedge available... no wait time, yours now for 500 EUROS + shipping costs. Antonio Rosalino, PORTUGAL rosalino _ AT _netcabo.pt ****************************************************************************** #9470 Posted: 17th August FOR SALE: Meade Standard Field Tripod - Final Price !! I moved the OTA from my LX200GPS 10" to a GEM and so I have for sale this Meade Standard Field Tripod (variable height). It was never used, since I always used the scope on a Wedge! Yours for just 250 Euros + ship. Antonio Rosalino, PORTUGAL rosalino _ AT _netcabo.pt ****************************************************************************** #9469 Posted: 17th August FOR SALE: I have just been clearing out my eyepiece box after upgrading a few items and have the following EP's for sale: 2 inch ERFLE eyepiece - 38 mm - Ł40 2 inch PLOSSL eyepiece - 31.9 mm - Ł40 2 inch PLOSSL eyepiece - 50 mm - Ł40 12.5mm matched pair of Kellner eyepieces - Ł30 1.25" ZOOM Eyepiece 7-22mm - Ł50 1.25" CROSSHAIR Eyepiece - Ł25 1.25" 5mm PLOSSL Eyepiece - Ł20 1.25" 20mm Eyepiece - Ł20 1.25" 10mm Eyepiece - Ł20 1.25" 25mm Eyepiece - MEADE - Ł20 1.25" 9mm Eyepiece - MEADE - Ł20 1.25" 25mm Eyepiece - MEADE MULTI COATED - Ł20 Pictures of each eyepiece can be emailed on request. If you don't like the price then please make me an offer and we can work from there. Chris Harper, Bristol, UK astronomy at cmharper dot com ****************************************************************************** #9467 Posted: 17th August FOR SALE: 1) BRAND NEW ASTRO PHYSICS AP155 OTA. GBP7245. No wait of 3-5 years from the factory. 2) BRAND NEW PARAMOUNT ME by Software Bisque with all bells and whistles. REDUCED price: GBP9975. NO wait of ~2 years from the factory. 2a) Very neat, seldom used in a dome, PARAMOUNT ME by Software Bisque. About a year old. GBP9445. Ready for shipping! No wait! 3) BRAND NEW ASTRO PHYSICS AP1200GTO mount. GBP6875. No wait of 2~3 years! 4) Sparingly used AP400GTO mount. GBP4285. No wait! 5) MINTY Meade LX200 16" White OTA. GBP6895. 6) TAKAHASHI EPSILON 300 OTA The ULTIMATE ASTROGRAPH. MINT!! GBP12985. Satisfaction guranteed! 7) CORONADO SOLARMAX 40mm and BF10 with Tuner. Like New!! GBP1369. Save over 200 quid. Satisfaction guranteed or your money back! 8) New TeleVue 102 APO OTA (only). GBP1595. 9) TMB 130 CNC OTA with rings and finder bracket: GBP3645. 10) TMB 152 CNC OTA with rings and finder bracket: GBP4985. Both TMBs are in immaculate shape! 11) Meade LX200 8" GPS w/UHTC GBP1835. 12) SBIG ST10-XE CCD Camera. Mint! GBP5695. All items are in excellent to mint condition and all prices include shipping/ handling and import taxes into the UK. Pictures are available on request. Please contact me for other Hi-end products from Astro-Physics, Takahashi, TeleVue, Pentax, Meade, Celestron and other companies, Eyepieces of all kinds, other accessories and of course, my Replacement Warranty or Money Back (if the item is non-replaceble) in case of any transit problems! Many thanks for looking and Clear August Skies to all. Sha, Bos, 339-206-0224 pulsar59 _ AT _peoplepc.com ****************************************************************************** #9465 Posted: 17th August FOR SALE: I have the following filters for sale: - Set of SBIG LRGB filters from my CFW8 Ł120 - IDAS LPS-P1 31.7mm Ł70 - Lumicon LF HP10 Night sky Halpha filter 58 mm Ł30 I'm aslo selling an ST4 to TAK guider cable Ł50 (TAK brand) All in excellent condition. John Noble, Dublin karibob at gofree dot indigo dot ie ****************************************************************************** #9464 Posted: 17th August FOR SALE: Meade 1.25" prism diagonal - mint condition: Ł40 ono Meade Modified Achromatic 25mm eyepiece - mint condition: Ł40 Meade Modified Achromatic 9mm eyepiece - barrel slightly damaged, optically in good working order: Ł20 Will sell as a package for Ł80 ono Also 114mm Newtonian for sale on GE mount - good first scope with 20 and 9mm eyepieces, good condition: - Ł100 Robert Fais, West Sussex robert dot fais at bakernet dot com ****************************************************************************** #9463 Posted: 17th August FOR SALE: Coronado Solarmax 60mm 0.7A Bandwidth (Further Price Reduction) Superb views of H/A this has been used no more than 6 times it has the BF10 blocking filter complete with T.Max tuner all in Coronado box with instructions as new, Cost new Ł2700 selling for Ł2000 Upgrading to DoubeStack 60mm Click for pic... mike, stockport, 01614069775 mikecook _ AT _dsl.pipex.com ****************************************************************************** #9462 Posted: 17th August FOR SALE: TAL 1 110mm Newtonian Reflector - Ł 90 Time to upgrade, so my TAL 1 is for sale. It comes with the original pedstal stand/ equat head, two eyepieces ( 15mm and 25mm) and the filters that are also original equipment. It is not the motorised version , but has manual slow motion controls on the head. It was made in 1998 and has been used for short periods only, and the tube has always been kept indoors when not in use. I'm in Essex within easy reach of M11 and M25 Ideal as a starter scope or for occasional use - I've had losts of fun with it, but now have upgraded to an Orion and she who knows better insists I can't have two ' scopes.... Price assumes buyer will collect, so carriage is extra at cost and at purchasers option and risk. Lawrence Stringer, 0207 216 2949 lawrence stringer _ AT _supanet.com ****************************************************************************** #9461 Posted: 17th August FOR SALE: Swift 15x to 60x 60mm Telemaster spotter scope in mint condition boxed with instruction paper work. This scope with the correct adapter by Swift can be used as a telephoto lens. Asking Ł125 inc postage first class. For further info contact Gordon on Derby 01332 673330 Gordon Illsley, Derby, 01332 673330 amanda.illsley _ AT _ntlworld.com ****************************************************************************** #9460 Posted: 17th August FOR SALE: Losmandy G-11 with Gemini A 2 year old Losmandy G-11 mount + tripod + gemini + polar alignment scope in pristine condition. Cost new Ł3,000+, on sale for Ł2,100 as I am getting a heavier mount. Full details, sample pictures, and a PEC graph are at http://server145.newmoon.uk.com/~astrodra/Pages/MountForSale.htm Can arrange delivery, but probably better to collect This is your chance to get the best medium-weight mount available in time for the darker nights at far less than the new price! David Row, Oxford, 01235819744 dave at ashtoreth dot com ****************************************************************************** #9458 Posted: 17th August FOR SALE: BRAND NEW 40MM PENTAX XL. this eyepiece is still sealed, comes with all boxes and caps and fits 2" focusers. price Ł150 which includes postage. paul comeskey, glasgow, 0141 581 6495 paul dot comeskey one at ntlworld dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9457 Posted: 17th August WANTED: Need a large LPR filter eg 72mm Lumicon UHC, for a 67 mm threaded camera lens. Could exchange 60mm Ultima and 45mm Ultima eyepieces both 2" fit and in excellent condition. Anyone got anything ? David Dench, Rochdale daviddench at tiscali dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9456 Posted: 17th August FOR SALE: Books for sale Patrick Moore's the story of Astronomy A very large heavy hard back book of 251 pages Ł9.00 collected or email for postage cost Skywatching by David Levy A classic book in excellent condition Ł9.00 collected or email for postage cost steve, portsmouth steve _ AT _turnpiketyres.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9455 Posted: 17th August FOR SALE: Orion Optics OMC-140 (purple tube) with focusser upgraded by Orion to micrometer focusing, 30mm finder, 25mm Plossl eyepiece and diagonal, mounted on an EQ5 with single axis drive. OTA supplied in original packaging, with hard case and home made dew shield. Ł650 ono. Will sell OTA only if required. Collection only (or meet halfway). May deliver to Kelling Heath Ian Porter, Derby, UK ianporter13-at-ntlworld-dot-com ****************************************************************************** #9454 Posted: 17th August FOR SALE: TeleVue Nagler 3mm-6mm Zoom eyepiece. Mint condition. Ł195 Meade LXD55 5" Refractor Tube Assembly with tube rings, diagonal, eyepiece and finder. New and boxed. Ł300 Skywatcher EQ3-2 Equatorial Mount, tripod and R/A drive. Mint condition. Ł195 Skywatcher 114mm Reflector Tube Assembly with tube rings and two eyepieces. New condition. Ł95 Meade Eyepiece Set. All 8 4000 series in aluminium case. Brand new. Ł295 Meade solid Dew Shield for LX200 10". Needs touch-up. Ł50 Gary, Cambs, 01354 741857 gary at highfield1952 dot fsnet dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9453 Posted: 13th August FOR SALE: TELEVUE TELEPOD alt-azimuth mount, complete with optional steering handle and eyepiece caddies. Excellent portable mount for Ranger, Pronto, TV76 or TV85 scopes. Ł290 + postage. Alan Smith, Horsham, West Sussex cor dot caroli at ukonline dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9452 Posted: 13th August FOR SALE: Pentax 8x43 DCF SP binoculars. Like new. Waterproof, armoured roof-prism binoculars with advanced lens and prism coatings. Magnesium-alloy body with IS Class 6 waterproof construction Cost Ł445.00 new, accept Ł295 ono. Less than a year old and hardly used. Excellent eye-relief if you wear glasses (22mm). Complete with box and case. Very good review on BetterViewDesired.com. Full details on the Pentax USA site ... http://www.pentaxusa.com/products/binoculars/bino_overview.cfm?productID=62615 John Franklin, Portsmouth, Hants, UK john dot franklin at hp dot com ****************************************************************************** #9451 Posted: 13th August FOR SALE: Meade DS-70 refractor with Autostar, 9mm and 25mm MA eyepieces. Ł100 plus p&p. Phil Wallace, TRURO philjanwallace //AT// yahoo.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9450 Posted: 13th August FOR SALE: ASTRO PHYSICS 900GTO mount Made in August 2001 i am the second owner. It is Mint condition and includes 60 pounds of counterweights. It has the pier adapter latest Eprom software and is the latest mount design with new control box. It also has the scopeguard case (black) for 900gto. This is a rare chance to aquire one if the finest mounts available with superb tracking (less than 5 arc seconds tracking error). 15 inch ribbed plate to attach numerous telescopes! I am looking to upgrade to the 1200 gto and this sale depends upon the succesfull purchase of the 1200. See it here www.bestastroimages.co.uk Offers close to what i paid Ł5800 inc delivery richard best, sussex, 01273812397 rvbest123321 //AT// aol.com ****************************************************************************** #9449 Posted: 13th August WANTED: METEORITES - any specimens, but particularly from known UK falls. Only interested in fragments from catalogued and scientifically accepted Worldwide falls please (but would be very pleased to discuss new, speculative UK finds). andy stephens, Cheltenham, 01242 675719 nighthawk //AT// glasseyesfsnet.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9448 Posted: 13th August FOR SALE: 8-inch Binoculars (yes eight inch!) This is a one-off opportunity to purchase a unique instrument at a fraction of the cost of JMI 6-inch binos. This quality could never be mass produced. · Stunning polished aluminium frame construction of the highest standard. These binos were exhibited twice at Jodrell Bank they are that good. · Professional matched mirrors (Newtonian f/6) with the secondary and tertiary s recently hi-lux high-reflectance coated. · They perform as good as they look and views of the planets and deep-sky objects have to be seen to be appreciated. Once you have used these binos you will not go back to a single telescope! · Inter-ocular adjustment using Crayfords. Helical individual focusing. Simple collimation. · Compact integral Alt-Az mount with heavy duty ball-bearings. · Lightweight with easy assembly for single person set-up and transport in a small hatchback. Reason for sale? 12-inch binos nearing completion. Photos: http://www.deep-sky.co.uk/bigbino1.jpg ditto bigbino2.jpg Website: http://www.deep-sky.co.uk/tm.htm Price: Ł995 Based in Lancashire but could deliver to Equinox Star Party. Advertising on behalf of colleague without email. David Ratledge, Bolton, UK davidr at deep-sky dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9446 Posted: 13th August FOR SALE: ST2000MX, CFW8, AO7 SBig ST2000MX with 211 guide chip secondary stage water cooling, CFW8 filter wheel only 6 weeks old (purchased from ADIRONDACK VIDEO ASTRONOMY) with latest SBig LRGB filers, Adaptive optics AO7 unit with Adapter Plate for AO-7 and CFW8A, A more secure attachment is made when the AO-7 is coupled directly to the CFW8A with screws in the same way it can be attached to the camera body. This adapter plate makes direct attachment to the CFW8A. All items in excellent condition, the camera was only purchased from this site a few weeks ago. Please do not ask to split the package. Interested in straight trade for high end refractor with tube rings, Takahashi FS128 or Takahashi TOA 130 , Ł3200 inc P&P UK www.worton-astronomy.co.uk tommi worton, Lowesoft, Suffolk tommi at worton /dot/ com ****************************************************************************** #9445 Posted: 13th August FOR SALE: TMB 102mm (4") F 8 Triplet Apochromatic Refractor. Provides superb visual, Photographic and CCD performance with fantastic color correction, sharpness and contrast. The TMB optics are one of only a very few refractive optics on the market that are so well color corrected that is not necessary to employ an IR blocker for CCD imaging. This is only 6 weeks old and has only been used once. comes with cnc tube rings, retractable dew shield, starlight feather touch focuser and finder bracket. Ł1700 inc ins P&P UK only. Photos of the OTA can be seen on my web site in the telescopes section. www.worton-astronomy.co.uk tommi worton, Lowesoft, Suffolk tommi at worton /dot/ com ****************************************************************************** #9444 Posted: 13th August FOR SALE: Brand new Meade LX90 SCT with UHTC. It has only been out of the box once but has never been used or even switched on! Reason for sale - I found a 10" LX"200GPS for sale at a very good price. Price for the LX90 Ł1350, buyer can collect or I will post I guess it will be around Ł30.00. Rob Januszewski, Bromsgrove, Worcs., 01527 871888 rdj //AT// penmanor.fsnet.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9442 Posted: 13th August FOR SALE: Celestron C6 RGT 6" Refractor with full Go-To system. Less than 12 months old - used twice - Ł750 no offers. Prefer buyer to collect (try it out first!) - near Blackpool. PERFECT condition. Will consider selling stand and GoTo system separately if required. Please email me: James P Battersby, Nr Blackpool, 01253 820358 jim.,battersby //AT// btinternet.com ****************************************************************************** #9441 Posted: 13th August WANTED: I am looking for astro-software Real Sky from SoftBisque. I would like to have both Northern and Southern part.Thank you! Marko, markopratnekar //AT// hotmail.com ****************************************************************************** #9439 Posted: 13th August FOR SALE: Televue Gibraltar mount, bought from Greenwitch, less than 12 months old and in immaculate condition with original packing boxes & assembly instructions. Reason for selling to upgrade to EQ mount! Will also include Televue eyepiece caddy set and Televue mount handle assembly. Im loathed to part with this excellent mount but I need the cash to upgrade! Ł400. Also, Televue 3x 1.25" barlow for sale, Ł70. Please call after 6pm on my home number 01582 728934 or on mobile number below. Ian Mackinnon, Luton, U.K, 07745 235559 ian.mackinnon //AT// monarch-airlines.com ****************************************************************************** #9438 Posted: 13th August WANTED: Anyone out there have any Televue 1.25"-2" eyepiece adapters they no longer need/want? Must be Teleue please! Ian Mackinnon, Luton, U.K, 07745 235559 ian.mackinnon //AT// monarch-airlines.com ****************************************************************************** #9433 Posted: 11th August FOR SALE: Book for sale My collection of asronomy books for sale Ł50.00 the lot including postage or priced seperately The guiness book of astronmy by Patric Moore perfect condition Ł 10.00 Collected or Postage Ł 4.45 Gravity Black Holes and the Universe by Iain nicolson perfect condition Ł9.00 collected or postage at Ł2.73 The atlas of the Solar System by Patrick Moore and Garry hunt This very large heavy hard back book published in association with the Royal Astronomical Society has over 460 pages . It is a must for any astronomer. excellent condition Ł10.00 collected or postage at Ł4.72 The skywatchers handbook By Colina a. Ronan and Storm Dunlop This hard back book of 220 pages is in good condition except a this book belongs to writing on fly cover Authors note: night and day what to look for in the heavens above .Ł 6.00 collected or postage at Ł3.10 Cosmos by Carl Sagan This book is a must for collectors of books on asrtonomy and space science the book is in excellent condition Ł9.00 collected or postage at Ł4.45 it is a large heavy book Science and the Universe This is a huge heavy book of 300 pages that covers physical sciences and astronomy. A marvelous edition to any collection for someone interested in astronomy and the science behind it. 100's of magnificent colour pictures and diagrams as new condition. Ł10.00 collected or postage at Ł4.72 Universe in focus By Stuart Clark The story of the Hubble Telescope A brilliant hard back book with some stunning colour photographs In very good condition Ł8.00 collected or postage at Ł3.10 Ł50.00 the lot including postage or priced seperately steve, hampshire costaowner //AT// btinternet.com ****************************************************************************** #9432 Posted: 11th August WANTED: EQ platform for 12" dobsonian Does anybody have an EQ platform that they would like sell? I would like one in good nick, pref dual axis but would be interested in single axis, and one that was reasonably adjustable for latitude within the UK. Kevin Simpson, Leicestershire, 07813 150092 kg DoT simpson--at--zetnet.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9431 Posted: 11th August FOR SALE: 1) Latest Software Bisque Paramount (mount) ME by Software Bisque. Only 2 weeks old, NEVER used, only assembled...therefore as new! GBP9985. Can ship immediately. NO wait of ~2 years. 2) TAKAHASHI EPSILON 300 OTA for best Astrophotography...now no longer in production (but still supported by Takahashi). GBP12985. This is the ULTIMATE ASTROGRAPGH!!! 3) Astro Physics AP400GTO mount with AP tripod. Immaculate condition. GBP4345.(Reduced) All prices are inclusive of shipping/taxes. Please contact me at your earliest convenience as these are rare items! Many Thanks and Clear August Skies!! Sha, Bos, 339-206-0224 pulsar59 //AT// peoplepc.com ****************************************************************************** #9430 Posted: 11th August FOR SALE: 112mm refelctor telescope with tripod and equatorial head Eyepieces. barlow and filters. Never been used. Ł75.00 plus postage. Good scope for a beginner Garv, slough, 01753-642041 email reserved ****************************************************************************** #9429 Posted: 11th August WANTED: I need both of the following: 2 x identical 90 degree diagonals for 1.25" scope 2 x identical eyepieces around 15mm (for 1.25"), preferably with rubber eyecups, preferably wide-ish field. If you have just one of either of the above, but at a cheap price and from a common brand, I may consider buying it as it may be possible to find another the same. I am trying to keep a low budget, so I won't be buying anything too fancy. Any offers will be appreciated. Thankyou. Andrew Lawrence, Ipswich, Suffolk, UK asteroceras at lycos . co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9428 Posted: 10th August FOR SALE: Minolta Scan Speed F2800 film scanner. scans 35mm negatives, slides and APS via the adapter (purchased separatly at upto 2,800 DPI Comes with a SCSI card and connecting cable, and user friendly operating software. Examples of scans can be seen on my website www.starbase23.org.uk (under construction) i.e. the shots on the main page as well as the lunar eclipse and most of the flower shots. Excellent condition. Ł99 (+p+p+ins) Peter Wilson, Gretna, 01461 337 269 pete.stargazer //AT// virgin.net ****************************************************************************** #9427 Posted: 10th August FOR SALE: Meteorite. Small slice of a genuine meteorite in a presentation frame. The meteorite was found in Algeria in 1999 and is classified as an L5 Chondrite. At 4.5 billion years old, this extremely rare material is the oldest thing you'll ever hold. Includes information leaflet with petrological microscope images of a thin section, and a signed certificate of authenticity. A piece of another world for just Ł20.00! Kev, Leicester, UK keviny AT spacecentre DOT co DOT uk ****************************************************************************** #9426 Posted: 10th August FOR SALE: Meade DS2070 - Computer controlled 70mm Refractor. Extremely portable and has the Meade Autostar GOTO facility for easy finding and tracking of objects. Comes with 26mm and 9mm eyepieces - Ł300 new, will accept Ł150 Kev, Leicester, UK keviny AT spacecentre DOT co DOT uk ****************************************************************************** #9425 Posted: 10th August WANTED: A Vixen 102.mm refactor OTA only,to use with a Coronado 90.mm AS1.filter. Or would consider a complete instrument if not to expensive . Patrick Lindfield, Redhill, Surrey patrick //AT// mrkos.fsnet.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9424 Posted: 10th August WANTED: Rigel reflex finder. I have been unable to purchase a new one from the dealers due to stock shortages. Can someone sell me their unwanted one with base unit for an urgent project? Many thanks. Stan Waterman, Hitchin, Herts, 01462433912 stanwaterman //AT// aol.com ****************************************************************************** #9423 Posted: 10th August FOR SALE: Swift Newport MkII 10x50 Extra Wide Field binoculars in beautiful condition. These are from the old Swift Blue Riband range. Field of view is a huge 420ft at 1000yds. The large wide-field eyepieces make for very comfortable viewing (not suitable if you wear glasses). All metal, heavy duty construction, with mono-bloc castings for the optical tubes/prism housings. There's a tripod adapter built into the right hand body casting as well as the usual one at the base of the centre-focussing assembly. I can email photos if you're not familiar with this model. Ł95 ono including case. I'm happy for you to come and have a look if you live near Portmouth, Hampshire. John Franklin, Portsmouth, Hants, UK john dot franklin at hp dot com ****************************************************************************** #9422 Posted: 10th August FOR SALE: Takahashi FS 152 ( 6 inch) flourite refractor in good condition. 4 inch focuser with mounting rings. Ł5250 G Lee, huddersfield, 07802 722 294 gainlee at aol dot com ****************************************************************************** #9421 Posted: 10th August FOR SALE: C14 - Celestron C14 OTA in mint condition. Fastar compatible in latest colour finish. Ł3200 G Lee, huddersfield, 07802 722 294 gainlee at aol dot com ****************************************************************************** #9418 Posted: 10th August FOR SALE: Minolta AF T-mount Ł6 incl p&p. Morton Henderson, Glasgow morton dot henderson at ntlworld dot com ****************************************************************************** #9416 Posted: 10th August FOR SALE: Borg Multiturret with flip mirror. Takes 5 off 1/4" or 4 off 1/4" + 1 off 2" eyepiece. Complete with adapters to fit 2" focuser. Has been used on a Startravel refractor. Can be fitted to most scopes with adaptors available from SCSAstro. Makes a good cheap flip mirror for astro imaging. Good condition, Ł65.00 Phil Jaworek, Derbyshire philjay underscore 2000 at yahoo dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9415 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Celestron Firstscope 80 EQ refractor. Very little used and in very good condition. Bought from David Hinds for Ł200, asking Ł99ono. It's an ideal first scope and works superbly as a terrestrial scope too. Buyer collects from Oxford or can arrange to meet halfway within a reasonable distance. Consists of: Telescope OTA & caps. 20mm Eyepiece - 31.7mm (45x) 10mm Eyepiece - 31.7mm (90x) 90° Star Diagonal - 31.7mm Star Pointer red dot Finderscope Equatorial Mount Joe Yusuf, Oxfordshire gohar //AT// btinternet.com ****************************************************************************** #9413 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Astro Holiday: Casa Rosabel, La Palma Island, Canary Islands, is free with 30% last minute reduction 22 Aug - 4 Sept. 10" Smitdt/Newton reflektor with goto and a small refraktor available for our guests. More information on http://www.8GH.com Goran Hosinsky, La Palma, Canary Islands ea8y at arrl dot net ****************************************************************************** #9412 Posted: 9th August WANTED: Does anyone have a X 4 POWER MATE for sale ? Needs to be in top condition, and at thre right price :-) cheers ..... Eddie Horsley, North East edward underscore horsley at hotmail dot com ****************************************************************************** #9410 Posted: 9th August WANTED: 1. Sky 90 tube assembly. 2. GP-DX Mount. 3. Sky Sensor 2000. If you have any of the above please let me have details. Alan Pullen, Aylesbury, Bucks. alanpullen at tiscali dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9409 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Coronado Solarmax 60mm 0.7A Bandwidth Superb views of H/A this has been used no more than 6 times it has the BF10 blocking filter complete with T.Max tuner all in Coronado box with instructions as new.(Ł500 off new price) Upgrading to double stack 60mm mike, stockport, 01614069775 mikecook //AT// dsl.pipex.com ****************************************************************************** #9408 Posted: 9th August WANTED: ASTRONOMICAL REGISTER : All copies of this 19 Century astronomical Journal required for the Observatory Library. I will travel anywhere in the UK to examine bound volumes or loose collections if you are considering disposing of yours. Still looking for items from the previous ad, thank you. andy stephens, Cheltenham, 01242 675719 nighthawk //AT// glasseyes.fsnet.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9406 Posted: 9th August WANTED: Willing to swap 2" night sky lumicon H/A ccd filter brand new, For 1.25" like filter to fit in filter wheel with other's mike, stockport, 01614069775 mikecook //AT// dsl.pipex.com ****************************************************************************** #9401 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Celestron eyepiece, 32mm Erfle design. 1.25" fitting. In sound condition, end cap but no box, Ł25 plus postage. Alan Smith, West Sussex cor dot caroli at ukonline dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9399 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: AIP4Win, image processing software and textbook by Richard Berry et al, as new. Cost Ł77 plus postage, buy my copy for Ł45 + postage. Alan Smith, West Sussex cor dot caroli at ukonline dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9398 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: REDUCED FINAL OFFER!. Meade 127 ED APO Optical Tube Assembley. 5" F/9 ED Apochromat in excellent condition. Tube Cradles, both Losmandy G-11 & GP dovetails for great flexibilty in mounting this OTA. Also a custom machined 2" - 1.25" Adapter, 2" diagonal, 8x50 finder. This is a very fine sample of its kind, with excellent colour correction, and perfectly collimated. Regretably must sell asap, as am hitting a shortfall in paying for my new primary telescope. Final offer at Ł600 (no offers.) If it fails to sell this time, i'll keep it :-). Damian Peach, South Bucks, UK, 07751009866 damian.peach //AT// ntlworld.com ****************************************************************************** #9397 Posted: 9th August WANTED: Does anyone have a 7 ~ 8 ft observatory they are looking to sell? If so, please drop me a line with details and price. Peter Hainsworth, Reading, Berkshire hainsp //AT// waitrose.com ****************************************************************************** #9395 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Starlight Xpress MX-916 (USB version) bundled with STAR 2000 guiding package and all relevant software and user manuals. Four months old, in mint condition and used very successfully on less that 20 occasions. Owner has upgraded to SXV-M25 hence this sale. Price new Ł1,534. Yours for Ł995 inc P&P UK. Tim Briggs-Mould, Gloucestershire, UK, 00351 214404288 tbriggs-mould at jc-lisb dot nato dot int ****************************************************************************** #9394 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: 1) TMB 115 LW OTA with rings and finder bracket: GBP2145. 2) TMB 130 CNC OTA with rings and finder bracket: GBP3645. 3) TMB 152 CNC OTA with rings and finder bracket: GBP4985. 4) Meade LX200 GPS, all with UHTC: 8" GBP1835, 10" GBP2385, 12" GBP2875, 14" GBP4685. 5) TeleVue 102 APO OTA new!! GBP1595. 6) Mountain Instruments MI-250 Go-To mount. Excellent shape and performance. GBP4985. 7) Astro Physics AP400GTO mount in great condition. GBP4525. 8) Astro Physics AP900GTO Mount. Excellenet working condition. GBP5985. 9) Brand NEW Astro Physics AP1200GTO Mount. NO Wait of 2-3 Years from AP! GBP6895. 10) SBIG ST10-XE CCD Camera. GBP5695. 11) SBIG 8E in great shape! GBP2785. All items are in excellent to mint condition and all prices include /packaging/ handling and import taxes into the UK. Pictures available on request. Please contact me for other high-end products like Astro-Physics, Takahashi and TeleVue OTAs, Mounts, Eyepieces other accessories and of course, my Replacement Warranty or money back (if the item is non-replaceble) in case of any transit problems!Many thanks for looking and Clear Skies to all. sha, Bos, 339-206-0224 pulsar59 //AT// peoplepc.com ****************************************************************************** #9393 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Meade 1240 Electric focuser for DS Telescopes complete with all bits and instructions in box. Ł50.00 Please e-mail for picture if you wish. Roy Dillon, Birmingham, 0121 382 6945 rdbg17428 //AT// blueyonder.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9392 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Two books - The Cambridge Encyclopaedia of Astronomy, edited by Simon Mitton. Signed copy. 1979 reprint of 1977 first edition. 25 x 25 cm, 481 pages, hardback, excellent condition in slightly scuffed dustjacket. Ł25 + Ł5 UK postage. Norton's Star Atlas, 16th edition (1973). Good condition but some star charts are loose. Ł5 + Ł2.50 UK postage. Mike Knee, Petersfield, UK mike dot knee at iee dot org ****************************************************************************** #9391 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: TMB 152/1200 Triplet Super Apochromat OTA in mint condition A rare opportunity to buy one of the best APO telescopes available, the TMB scopes are widely held to have superior colour correction to the Takahashi FS series and better contrast than AstroPhysics APOs. This is a 6 inch F/7.9 (152 mm 1200mm focal length) triplet in a superbly baffled CNC tube with heavy duty 4 inch focuser (2" and 1 1/4" adapters included) and captive sliding dewcap. The focuser is rotatable for easy framing of CCD and photographic images. NB this is the original high-quality CNC tube and focuser The scope comes with heavy duty tube rings, finder bracket, lens cap and dust cap. I will also include: a custom made, fitted solar filter cell complete with Baader Solar film. a 4" to Astro-Pysics 2.7" adapter an Astro-Physics 0.75X reducer with 2.7" to 2" adapter (turns the scope into a superb 6" f/6 astrograph for CCD imaging / film) a brand new custom made storage / transportation case (cost Ł400.00) Price Ł5350.00 Derrick Farley, Newbury, Berks derrick at lh-dome dot demon dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9391 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: SBIG ST-2000XM Camera + SBIG CFW-8A This camera and filter wheel are in pristine condition and have been used less than 10 times. I am offering them for sale as a package at Ł2750.00 which is less than the cost of the camera alone from the UK dealer. Brief details of the package: KAI-2001M imaging CCD (1600 x 1200 7.4 micron pixels) Built-in TC-237 CCD autoguider with 10X the sensitivity of an ST-4 (657 x 495 7.4 micron pixels) High speed USB interface (up to 421,000 pixels per second) User rechargeable desiccant plug (no need to return the camera to the factory for frosting problems) Internal shutter 2 Nosepieces (1.25" and 2") 15 foot USB cable (third party USB extenders available for up to 500 meters!) Adapter plug for telescope interface cable (for autoguiding) Telescope interface cable (for autoguiding) Universal 90-240VAC power supply with remote on/off switch SBIG's CCDOPS version 5 camera control software Software Bisque's CCDSoftV5 camera control and image processing software Software Bisque's TheSky version 4, level II Operating Manual Custom design hard carrying case with pre-cut foam (All software is unused and un-registered) The CFW-8 system is designed to be "direct connected" to the Models ST-7/8/9/10/2000 imaging cameras for a thinner, more rigid mounting. On the front end a variety of optional T-Thread accessories are available including 1.25 inch and 2 inch diameter nose pieces as well as a "Visual Back Adaptor" for direct connection to SCT's. The CFW-8A is fitted with a SBIG/Custom Scientific dichroic filter set comprising parfocal IR-blocked RG & B filters plus a parfocal clear filter (for LRGB image set production without refocusing). Derrick Farley, Newbury, Berks derrick at lh-dome dot demon dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9389 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: PENTAX XW EYEPIECES. 5mm and 7mm both brand new. give a 70 degree afov and 20mm eye relief. price Ł180 each or both for Ł350. also, pentax xw 10mm used only two or three times. in mint condition with all boxes and caps. price Ł150. paul comeskey, glasgow, 0141 581 6495 paul. comeskey one at ntlworld dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9388 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: INTES MN56 tube assembly. Excellent condition, hardly used. Small scratch in enamel on tube, otherwise spotless. Excellent for deep sky and planetary work. With 2 x barlow, finderscope, tube cradle, counterweight attachment. Ł500 ONO Robert Katz, London, London bert //AT// katz.demon.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9387 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Eyepieces for sale Televue 11mm Plossl, latest version, excellent condition Ł50 Televue 12mm Radian, excellent condition, boxed Ł160 Jamie Cooper, Northants cooper.jamie //AT// btinternet.com ****************************************************************************** #9386 Posted: 9th August WANTED: Touring the Universe with Binoculars.by Phillip Harrington. also Touring the Universe with Binoculars Atlas CD.by Phillip Harrington. Robert.Warbrick, Watford .UK warbrick at mealingp.freeserve dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9385 Posted: 9th August NOTICE: THE 10TH EQUINOX SKY CAMP: Friday 10th to Sunday 19th Sept 2004; Venue: Kelling Heath - Norfolk. Main Event Day: Saturday 11th September - Guest Speakers, Trade Stands, Astro Boot Sale, Raffle, Telescope Tours. Due to Popular demand extra pitches have been made available - all have electrical hook ups. To book telephone Kelling Heath Leisure Park on 01263-588181. Website: las-astro dot org dot uk Addtional Website: starparty dot org Andrew Robertson, 01371-874175 alphacentauri at tesco dot net ****************************************************************************** #9384 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Elliptical Flat new in superb condition. Size 110mmx75mmx15mm thick. I believe this is for mirrors 18inch and over. Ł90 inc postage ono' Contact Gordon on Derby 01332673330 for further info. If not satisfied money will be refunded Gordon Illsley, Derby, 01332 673330 amanda.illsley //AT// ntlworld.com ****************************************************************************** #9383 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: THE SKY level 2 astronomy software brand new in sealed box. Star charts,telescope control etc. Ł45inc postage ono. Contact Gordon on Derby 01332673330 Gordon Illsley, Derby, 01332 673330 amanda.illsley //AT// ntlworld.com ****************************************************************************** #9382 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Book "Celestial Objects and Satellite Astronomy" by Antonio Bastos, publication ESRO SP-89 of the European Space Research Organization, 1974. This enormous book is a kind of modern-day "Messier list" of 321 star clusters, galaxies and nebulae which may interfere with satellite observations of stars. Each object is given a full two-page spread with a negative photograph, a map, description, coordinates and occasionally a positive photograph. There are also several pages of authoritative background information. Size 34 x 26 cm, 773 pages, hardbound in blue imitation leather, weight 4 kg. As-new condition. Ł75 to collect, add Ł10 for postage in UK Mike Knee, Petersfield, UK mike dot knee at iee dot org ****************************************************************************** #9381 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Pair of 6-inch mirror blanks, a complete (as far as I know) set of grinding and polishing pastes and powders, and an old (Ross) brass optical inspection instrument. This kit was assembled by my late father, who had successfully ground one 6-inch mirror and was intending to make a second one. Free to collect, or Ł10 for postage and packing in the UK. Mike Knee, Petersfield, UK mike dot knee at iee dot org ****************************************************************************** #9380 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Intes Micro MN78 OTA Latest design,Immaculate throughout, comes complete with solid baffled dew shield and Solar filter. Also has wooden storage crate. Ł1100 Jamie Cooper, Northants cooper.jamie //AT// btinternet.com ****************************************************************************** #9379 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Helios Ultimate High Resolution 7x50. These are the perfect astro binoculars. The unusual 7x50 combination giving an exit pupil of just over 7mm - perfect for collecting maximum light with a dark adjusted eyes ! The Japanese optics are fully multicoated, have Bak-4 prisms and a generous 6 degrees field. These bino's are finished in a pleasing leatherette finish and come with complete with a soft case. They are in absolutly perfect condition. These would cost over Ł100 new but I am asking just Ł75 Jamie Cooper, Northants cooper.jamie //AT// btinternet.com ****************************************************************************** #9377 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Meade LX90 UHTC, 3 months old - fully warrantied. Many upgrades inc: *Berlebach fully adjustable wooden tripod, accessory tray and carry case (far superior damping to standard Meade tripod, excellent for imaging and incredibly sturdy) *8" piggyback bracket and 8" OTA counterweights. *Upgraded ROM Autostar (current version enables LPI autoguiding). *Meade LPI & Autostar Suite. *80mm f5 piggyback 'scope. *#505 APM for autoguider/focusser. *EZTelescope NC-SCT focuser upgrade. *Full Aperature Solar Filter. *Soft wheelable carry case. Complete set-up cost just over Ł2,100 new. Please send me any serious offers... Andy Stentiford, Edinburgh, UK astrostuff //AT// blueyonder.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9376 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Meade 8" Polar Wedge + BC&F LX90 adapter plate Ł175 new, accept Ł110 + shipping Andy Stentiford, Edinburgh, UK astrostuff //AT// blueyonder.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9375 Posted: 9th August WANTED: 7"-9"(ish) SCT OTA in VGC - Meade, Celestron or other, pref. working at f10. For mounting on a Vixen GP-DX mount, so weight to be below 10kg (and dovetail bar would be good too!) Cash waiting... Andy Stentiford, Edinburgh, UK astrostuff //AT// blueyonder.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9374 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Swift Ranger 10x50 binoculars from the old 'Red Riband' range (if anyone but me remembers that !). High quality heavy construction, made in Japan. Not really suitable for using while wearing glasses. Well used but serviceable. Collimation is ok. Ł29 ono. Photo available - just email me. John Franklin, Portsmouth, Hants, UK john dot franklin at hp dot com ****************************************************************************** #9373 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Skywatcher 130M (5") Reflector. In excellent condition complete with all original eyepieces/barlow/single axis drive mounted on a EQ2. Still have all original packaging and will either post at cost or arrange collection/local delivery, a snip at a mere Ł120. peter way, aylesbury plpm at wayfamily dot my-bulldog dot com ****************************************************************************** #9370 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: AIM CONTROL GOTO EQ2 GEM MOUNT Semi portable German Equatorial capable of loads in excess of 100lbs. c/w CoOrdinate III controller. See more details here: http://www.astropics.co.uk/forsale.htm looking for offers in region of Ł2500 Eddie Guscott, S.E. Essex eddie dot guscott AT blueyonder dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9368 Posted: 9th August NOTICE: **STOLEN TELESCOPES** I've just been burgled. Our visitors took with them (amongst other things): Borg 76ED - with Borg rings, Vixen dovetail plate AND a NexStar adaptor ring - I doubt that they would notice this, but there can't be many like it. Celestron erect-image diagonal (no caps) TeleVue 8-24mm Zoom eyepiece (no caps) Helios 102mm Refractor OTA Neither of the telescopes have finders, though both have bases for them (The Borg has an Orion (US) base screwed to the tripod mount). If you should see these offered, please contact me. 01454 294371 Roger Steer, S.Glos., 01454 294371 roger dot steer at uwe dot ac dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9367 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Meade eyepiece set - all 8 4000 series in aluminium case. New and boxed. Ł300. Phillips ToUcam Pro. New & Boxed with a1.25" adaptor. Ł70. Starlight Xpress SXV-H9 CCD Camera. Hardly used, still boxed. Ł1500. Gary, Cambs, 01354 741857 gary at highfield1952 dot fsnet dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9366 Posted: 9th August WANTED: 4mm Zeiss Ortho .965 inch eyepiece in excellent condition. Ed Harriman, london edharriman //AT// compuserve.com ****************************************************************************** #9365 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Eyepieces - must sell - Televue 3.5mm Nagler Ł150, Pentax XL21mm Ł135 and Pentax XL7mm Ł135, all excellent condition and excluding postage. Mark, Midlands mmcr16 //AT// blueyonder.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9363 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: 1) Software Bisque Paramount (mount) ME by Software Bisque. Only 2 weeks old, NEVER used, only assembled...therefore as new! GBP9985. Can ship immediately. NO wait of 1+ years. 2) Astro Physics AP400GTO mount with AP tripod. Immaculate condition. GBP4395. All prices are inclusive of shipping/taxes. Please contact me ASAP... Many Thanks and Clear August Skies!! Sha, Bos, 339-206-0224 pulsar59 //AT// peoplepc.com ****************************************************************************** #9362 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Just moved my Meade 10" OTA to a GEM, so now I have several items for sale, all in top condition (prices do not include shipping costs): a) MEADE STANDARD FIELD TRIPOD: 275 Euro (REDUCED!) b) MILBURN WEDGE + keypad holder: 500 Euro c) MEADE 9mm iluminated corded RETICLE EYEPIECE: 100 Euro (REDUCED!) d) LOSMANDY 3D BALANCE system WSM10: 100 Euro e) LOSMANDY Dovetail adapter DDWS w/2x2.5lb weights: 75 Euro f) LOSMANDY Dovetail adapter DWS w/1x5lb (longer shaft): 75 Euro Thanks for reading. Antonio Rosalino, PORTUGAL rosalino //AT// netcabo.pt ****************************************************************************** #9361 Posted: 9th August WANTED: I need a basic Alt-Azimuth mount for my Coronado PST, which is fairly lightweight. Perhaps an AZ-3 or similar? I've tried it on both a camera tripod and also an EQ1, but I think an alt-az would suit it better. It has a camera-type screw thread in its base, so if you also have a suitable adapter plate then so much the better. I'll consider either a mount plus tripod or just the mount. I'm happy to drive a reasonable distance to collect, saving the hassle of postage and wrapping an awkward package. I'm set up for Pay Pal if that's of interest. Many thanks for looking, clear skies (by day as well as night!) John Axtell, Woking, Surrey, Woking, Surrey johnaxtell42 at AOL dot COM ****************************************************************************** #9360 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Skywatcher 8" reflector and EQ5 mount/tripod. Skywatcher Explorer 200mm (8") Newtonian reflector tube assembly, with finderscope, 2 x eyepieces, 2" eyepiece adaptor, rings and dovetail for EQ5 mount. Ł150. Skywatcher EQ5 mount with newer-type steel tubular tripod. Complete with single-axis motor (not fitted), battery pack, polar scope, and hand controller. Ł220. Both used only half a dozen times, so in excellent condition. Buy both together for only Ł320. Ideally to be collected from Oxfordshire, or could possibly arrange delivery at cost. Mark Gill, Oxon mark //AT// ansalmo DOT freeserve DOT co DOT uk ****************************************************************************** #9358 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Konus model 1178 120mm Refractor. Focal length 1000mm Optics in excellent condition with no marks/scratches. Tube has slight marks( I have used it !) Complete with finder,diagonal and 25mm Ortho eyepiece.Postage should be around Ł6. Please email for pics.Ł135 Peter, Oxon fawdon //AT// btopenworld.com ****************************************************************************** #9357 Posted: 9th August WANTED: This is an odd request. I'm looking for some really old Serial mice, (the odler the better), so that I can remove the optical encoders from them and fit them to my telescope, so that I can use the David Ek DSC interface that I have built. The serial mice must have two pairs of emitters/detectors on each axis, and not just one. Please let me know if anyone out there has any lying around that they could let me have. Cheers Andy Andy, Stoke on Trent, UK podmo3 //AT// aol.com ****************************************************************************** #9356 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: 80mm f/6 refractor guidescope. Air-spaced achromatic doublet, rack and pinion focusser. Off-white colour tube. Condition vitually as new. Ł100 Pair of matching guidescope rings in black, with radius feet (for attaching to a tube). Ł40 (Ł130 for scope and rings purchased together). Chris Garvey, rubystar at ntlworld dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9355 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Meade ETX 90 spotting scope (quite a rare item in the UK). Looked after well. Optics are clean. Original box with finder scope, bracket and eyepiece. Fits any photo tripod. Complete with handmade extendable dewshield. Makes an excellent guider and a casual astro telescope as well as a spotting scope- Ł200. Chris Garvey, rubystar at ntlworld dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9354 Posted: 9th August FOR SALE: Astro-Electronic FS2 GOTO system for EQ6 mount. Consists of motors, connection leads, control box and handset. Complete system in virtually unused condition. New price is 1400 Euros, selling for Ł500. Chris Garvey, Cambs. rubystar at ntlworld dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9352 Posted: 2nd August FOR SALE: Losmandy G-11 with Gemini A 2 year old Losmandy G-11 mount + tripod + gemini + polar alignment scope in pristine condition. Cost new Ł3,000+, on sale for Ł2,200 as I am getting a heavier mount. Full details, sample pictures, and a PEC graph are at http://server145.newmoon.uk.com/~astrodra/Pages/MountForSale.htm Can arrange delivery, but probably better to collect David Row, Oxford, 01235819744 dave at ashtoreth dot com ****************************************************************************** #9351 Posted: 2nd August WANTED: Looking for a solid metal dew shield for a 10" meade sct and a dew heater tape for 10" scope. Please let me know price and condition. Thanks simon, sevenoaks si at dorado dot fsnet dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9350 Posted: 2nd August FOR SALE: Takahashi 2" push fit compression adaptor for FS102 as new Ł40 High quality cell for the above scope, will accept baader film can send pictures, This was made by myself on a lathe to very high std Ł30 mike, stockport, 01614069775 mikecook //AT// dsl.pipex.com ****************************************************************************** #9349 Posted: 2nd August WANTED: Single (or dual axis) motor(s) and controller for Vixen SP mount. Email or phone with details and asking price. Bill Ward, Glasgow, 0141 330 6668 b dot ward at elec dot gla dot ac dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9348 Posted: 2nd August WANTED: Vixen VC200L (Visac) OTA. Optics must be in top condition, it doesn't matter if the outside is a bit damaged. Would prefer if its focal reducer is also available but don't mind. Roberto Botero, Chiswick, London, UK, 02087470740 evenings/07813066171 roberto- //at \\- boterosanchez-\-dot-/-plus-\-dot-/-com ****************************************************************************** #9347 Posted: 2nd August FOR SALE: BARLOW lens ( Japanese made ) 2.8x...Excellent condition, 1 1/4" fitting Ł22.50 ( includes postage ) John, N Scotland, 01349 884194 teleboy2020 //AT// tesco.net ****************************************************************************** #9346 Posted: 2nd August FOR SALE: Helios Evostar 102mm ( 4" ) refractor ( focal length 1000mm) complete with 2 e/p's, dia, finder, adjustable lens cell etc, on Astro3 equatorial mount with polar scope, slo mo's, setting circles etc..Excellent condition, lens,tube all unmarked. Focusser has bean regreased to remove play & give smooth action, Great panetary / double star scope, also give decent views of brighter deep sky objects Ł215 P&P at cost John, N Scotland, 01349 884194 teleboy2020 //AT// tesco.net ****************************************************************************** #9345 Posted: 2nd August FOR SALE: Skywatcher 90 mm Maksutov complete with finder, 2 e/p's, diagonal ( choice of erecting prism or star diagonal ) on photo tripod. All as new, very portable ( approx 9" long ) great grab & go scope giving sharp colour free views Ł150 P & P at cost ( UK only ) John, N Scotland, 01349 884194 teleboy2020 //AT// tesco.net ****************************************************************************** #9344 Posted: 2nd August FOR SALE: ORION OPTICS certified optics 8" f6 tube assembly. With, rings and dovetail plate, 6x30 finder, 2/1.25" fitting, open fully ajustable cell, thin profile spider, flock lined tube. Inferogram test report, wavefront 0.09, RMS 0.01, Strehl 98.7%, Hilux coating. Whatever the figures, this gives smashing images, a fantastic planetary or deepsky performer. Ł300, or special deal to anyone also buying my HEQ5. Paul Yates, Oakworth, West Yorkshire, 01535 678491 paulastro at blueyonder dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9342 Posted: 2nd August FOR SALE: BOOKS For Sale Title: Through The Telescope Author: Patricia L. Barnes-Svarney ISBN: 0-07-134804-2 Description: An Award Winning Guide for the Amateur Astronomer. Learn How to use a telescope, read the sky, identify stars planets and comets, and choose the right telescope: 308 pages. Condition: As New Price: New Ł13.99. Sale price: Ł5.00 + postage. Title: The Nexstar Users Guide Author: Michael Swanson ISBN: 1-85233-714-1 Description: Everything you ever need to know about Celestron's complete NexStar range of Telescopes. Condition: New Price: Ł8.00 + postage. Title: Stargazing with a Telescope Author: Roy Scagell ISBN: 0-540-07713-5 Description: A practical guide to choosing and using a Telescope as well as what to expect to see. Condition: As New Price: Ł3.50 + postage Title: The 20-cm Schmidt Cassegrain Telescope Author: Peter L Manly ISBN:0-521-64441-0 Description: A practical guide to using the most popular telescope in the world. Everything you need to know is right here. Condition: New Price:Ł10:00 + postage Title: Advanced Skywatching Author: Robert Burnham, Alan Dyer, Robert A. Garfinkle,Martin George, Jeff Kanipe & H Levey ISBN:0-7835-4941-5 Description: Hardback, The backyard astronomer s guide to star hopping and exploring the universe. Condition: Nearly New Price:Ł8.00 + postage. Title: Space watching Companion to above title. Over 500 stunning full-colour photographs and illustrations. Packed with facts, figures and a wealth of practical information. Price:Ł8.00 TITLE: HOW TO USE A COMPUTERIZED TELESCOPE by Michael A. Covington. ISBN 0-521-00790-9,Cambridge University Press. Everything you need to know in order to get your computerized telescope up and running. Covers in depth many of the current GO-TO systems as well as making observation programs plus much more. Condition: New Price: Ł10:00 + postage. FRONT COVER PHOTOS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST. Clem McAree, Wokingham, Berks. clemmcaree at ntlworld dot com ****************************************************************************** #9341 Posted: 2nd August FOR SALE: Skywatcher i50mm refractor This telescope has never being used still wrapped up, F 8 1200 focal length, 1.25/2 focuser in mint condition Mounted on a Celestron CG5GT computerised Nexstar goto mount and a super heavy weight 50mm S.S. tripod. A Skywatcher 80mm guider scope and a Pictor 201XT CCD autoguider.With full instructions 10 and 20 mm eyepieces and star diagonal also included.Pick up only due to its size and weight can arrange a meet say 75 miles from Teesside Ł800.00 for the lot but may split Email me for more info Kev, Teesside kevhamlyn#at#ntlworld.com ****************************************************************************** #9340 Posted: 2nd August FOR SALE: Orion 8 F/L 1200 f6 reflector with a German EQ5 equatorial mount with twin motor drives on a Vixen pillar,1.25 focuser and finder scope, 10 and 20mm eyepieces and x2 barlow lens, Homemade carrying frame. Mint condition any questions please email me. Pick up only Due to its size and weight. Can arrange a meet say 75 miles from Teesside. Ł350.00 Kev, Teesside kevhamlyn#at#ntlworld.com ****************************************************************************** #9337 Posted: 2nd August FOR SALE: Nikon Action 7x50 6.4deg Shoreline binoculars. Rubberised finish with case and boxed. Condition mint. Ł65 Kevin Bates, Derby, 01332 738813 kmbates at ukonline dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9336 Posted: 2nd August FOR SALE: FREE: your choice of either a Sony Trinitron 21" computer monitor in good condition, or a good quality surveyor's tripod with Fullerscopes Mk3 equatorial mount in good condition. Either of these goes to the first person to buy one of the following two telescopes. The buyer of the second scope gets the other freebie. Both scopes are good value without the above, but surely now irresistible? Intes Micro MN56 5" and MN66 6" Maksutov Newtonians. Both are superb high contrast planetary and DSO scopes and are in perfect adjustment and collimation. See pictures at: http://homepage.ntlworld.com/john.moore88/astro/astro_index.htm MN56 on a recent EQ5 mount with tripod, polar alignment scope, both drive motors and two spare rechargeable batteries: Ł650. MN66 OTA with several mechanical improvements: Ł600. Also 5mm Televue Radian eyepiece in original box and with endcaps: Ł160. I'm selling all these items to buy a larger MN scope. Additional eyepieces, webcam adapter, finders and solar filter available. John Moore, Fleet, Hants Tel 01252 676951 johnmoore at iee dot org ****************************************************************************** #9334 Posted: 2nd August FOR SALE: Too all my customers I shall be away for a short time so I'll answer all e-mail's when I return. Ayone who's waiting for equipment this will add an extra few days on some items to be sent out. Kind regards Clare (Note: I've allowed this one to be posted, but in future please do NOT use UKAstroAds this way. It is your responsibility to communicate with your customers directly and not via this list. - Chris Heapy) Clare, Cambs pocketrocket042 //AT// aol.com ****************************************************************************** #9333 Posted: 2nd August FOR SALE: Orion Optics GX200 f6 OTA for sale. Superb instrument has upgrades of 9x50 RA finder, Hilux enhanced coatings, 2" Focusser. This is the latest open rear cell version and comes with tube rings and dovetail plate . It is 12 months old and in pristine as new condition and optically superb . originally advertised with an HEq5 mount but this has been sold seperately. Looking for Ł325 only which is less than half the price of this spec new. Bought an OMC140 for a more portable set up and need the cash! Dave Gibbons, Southport, 01704540741 dwgfeg at aol dot com ****************************************************************************** #9332 Posted: 2nd August FOR SALE: Purple OMC140 maksutov 5.5 inch delux 16th PV wavefront (certificate) superb optics ,like large refractor, Dedicated full apeture screw on solar filter,metal dew sheild ,mounted on HEQ5 fully motorised tripod as new.No star diag or eyepiece(as supplied)carry case.reason for sale up graded Ł900 NO OFFERS. Greg, Bidgwater somerset, 01278 456382 thecomet cat cher at tiscali dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9331 Posted: 2nd August FOR SALE: 12V Power lead for a Vixen Sphynx Mount 3M long. It allows the mount or Starbook to be powered from a car cigarette lighter outlet. Ł18 Helios Explorer 200mm on Eq3-2 mount, this scope has a 2" focuser with a 2-1.25 reducer and comes with a 10mm & 20mm Plossl and a 2x barlow, the mount is on an aluminium tripod and complete with polarscope, offers around Ł250 (due to the size and weight I would suggest collection) Red LED torch with swivel head and clip, this is specifically designed for astronomy and does not spoil your night vision. Ł10 John Rose, Sheffield john at johnhenryrose dot fsnet dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9330 Posted: 2nd August WANTED: Please has anyone got a suitable mount for fixing a Canon A80 digital camera on to a Meade ETX90 EC scope, something like a Scopetronix Digi-T Ring plus the Canon A80 Attachment Kit #62 (item STAK62) or simialr. Thanks Richard Cook, Chester, UK, 01244 303292 richard dot cook at ineoschlor dot com ****************************************************************************** #9329 Posted: 2nd August FOR SALE: 8Ft Observatory. Made by Vycon Observatories (Scotland) some 2 years ago. A fantastic / superior product. For full specifications with pictures and details goto... http://www.hopemanobservatory.freeserve.co.uk Paul Hamlet, Elgin, Moray, Scotland paul //AT// hamletonline.co.uk ****************************************************************************** #9328 Posted: 2nd August FOR SALE: Helios (Synta)150mm / 6-inch f5 refractor OTA. This is the short tube version for rich-field viewing. Complete with cradles and dovetail plate; also 9x50 finder, and 90 degree star diagonal. Very little used, excellent nick (saving up for compact Mak). Ł200, preferably buyer to collect (unless very local). Courier would be approx 20 pounds on top, I would think (since I still have the original transit packing box). Ray Emery, Rothwell, Leeds ray_emery at boltblue dot com ****************************************************************************** #9327 Posted: 2nd August FOR SALE: $900.00 . Slightly used ST-237 CCD Imaging Camera. Awesome for deep sky and auto-guiding. I have a pictures please email me if you would like it, neverending at mediaden dot com. Includes all of the following: * CPU box * Electronically cooled camera * A/C Power cord * Parallel Port card for PC * Adapter Cord for Parallel Port card * 25 foot Parallel Cable Software includes: * V.5 Imaging Processing and CCD Camera Control Software * SBIG Software and Product Catalog * Quatech Communication Product Drivers and Manuals For additional information and to view pictures taken with this camera please go to the following link: http://www.sbig.com/sbwhtmls/products.htm Mike, Novi, Michigan neverending at mediaden dot com ****************************************************************************** #9326 Posted: 2nd August FOR SALE: I am just upgrading to an SBIG self guide camera so I am selling my SXV and ST4. Both are in excellent condition. The SXV is essentially new in the box, purchased in May used about 10 times. The ST4 was new in the box 1 year ago. Both come in their original packaging with all software and manuals. - SXV HX9 CCD Camera GBP1525 - Astronomic manual fiter dawer 120 - LRGB Filters (SBIG filter set) 100 - SBIG ST4 Autoguider GBP 425 - I Focus Ocular for ST 4 GBP 70 - CLA1 Camera lens adapter for ST4 (allows use of 300mm lens as guider) GBP 60 All items are open for separate sale. You can see pictures taken using both cameras on my web page at www.jnoble.darkhorizons.org. Thanks for looking. John Noble, Dublin, Ireland karibob at gofree dot indigo dot ie ****************************************************************************** #9325 Posted: 2nd August WANTED: Anything to do with Fullerscopes Mk II or III mountings: drives, slow-motions, setting circles, tube rings etc. Also looking for a Fullerscopes Mk IV mounting in any condition, or another old heavy-duty mounting. Thanks David Arditti, NW London, 020 8204 3999 d at davidarditti dot co dot uk ****************************************************************************** #9321 Posted: 2nd August WANTED: colour wheel for an sbig st7 camera cash or trade thanks for looking. p larkin clearsky_larkin at hotmail dot com ******************************************************************************

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