Sale
We are having a new year clear out of a range of items.
The items listed below may have been opened for inspection - they are brand new unless otherwise stated.
All items can be tried out before purchase at the Centre.
Purchasing an item is just a phone call away
Our guarantee - If you are not 100% satisfied with the item sent it back for a full refund.
Binoculars
Optical Hardware (Ostara) may not be a name you are familiar with. This British company supply a wide range of
binoculars and spotting scopes as well as eyepieces and other accessories.
© Galloway Astronomy Centre 2019
Ostara BM45 20/40 x 100 Observation Binoculars (1 in Stock)
The Ostara BM45 Binoculars are of high quality, all-metal construction for long
range observation. The 100mm objectives give an incredibly bright image with
BAK 4 prisms and full multicoating for ultra clear and colour corrected viewing.
The supplied eyepieces give 20x and 40x magnification. Each eyepiece is focused
individually for precise observation of your subject. The eyepiece fitting is the
astronomy standard 1.25” and therefore compatible with a wide range of different
eyepieces. The binoculars are supplied with two sets of eyepieces - 28mm (giving
20x) and 14mm (giving 40x). We can supply additional eyepieces if required.
The eyepieces are set at a 45 degree angle which makes for very comfortable
viewing when at a high angle of elevation. Each objective lens is protected from
dew by an extendible hood. A sturdy carrying handle is mounted between the
tubes.
Supplied in a foam-lined aluminium storage/carrying case. This binocular is a
great choice for astronomy, coastal observation or bird watching.
These binoculars are identical to those sold under the name Helios Quantum 5.
Objective lens: 100mm
Prisms: BAK4 orthorhombic
Magnification: 20x and 40x (to calc other magnifications the focal length is
560mm)
Field of view: 2.4
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(28mm ep) and 1.5
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(40mm ep)
Eye relief: 23mm (28mm ep) and 13mm (40mm ep)
Nitrogen filled: Yes
Observing Distance: 20m to ∞
Dimensions (LxWxH): 480mm x 230mm x 130mm
Weight: 7kg
Note:
The binoculars were meant for demonstration purposes, but have had virtually no
use other than to check the quality of the views. All optics are clean and free of
marks. There are a few tiny scratches on the body that are purely cosmetic and
some paint scrapes on the bottom of the mounting plate.
We are also offering a AltairAstro centre arm mount which is designed for big
binoculars and combined with an aluminium tripod gives an easy to use, stable
platform.
The binocular can be purchased with or without the mount and tripod.
We can advise on alternative tripod mounts.
Ostara BM45 Binoculars Only £679.00 (RRP £1200.00)
Ostara BM45 Binoculars with Altairastro Centre Arm Mount and Tripod £859.00
Delivery - contact us for a price
Visionary HD 7×50 Binoculars (1 in Stock)
The Visionary HD series is designed with the idea of coupling magnifications to
their optimum front lens size to give exceptional clarity and brightness. The 7x
magnification is well suited for birds / nature viewing, plus the low magnification
combined with the light weight is ideal for astronomy as they can be hand held
without too much strain.
High-Resolution BAK4 prisms ensure a brighter image by maximising light
transmission.
Long eye relief makes these binoculars ideal for spectacle wearers. It enables
users wearing glasses to view the entire field of view as the binocular image is
projected further out of the exit pupil.
The support bar between the lenses has a cover over a threaded hole for attaching
the binoculars to a tripod using a L shaped bracket (optional extra).
Supplied with carry case and a free upgrade to a broader neck strap.
The Visionary HD 7×50 received a score of 4.5 out of 5 stars BBC Sky at Night
Magazine Review
Objective Lens: 50mm
Prism Glass: BAK4 Porro type
Magnification: 7x
Field of View: 119m @ 1000m
Dimensions LxWxH: 175mm x 185mm x 63mm
Weight: 790g
Waterproof: No
Visionary HD 7x50 Binoculars £73.99 (RRP £99.99)
Delivery - included
Child’s Telescopes
70mm Refractor with tripod (1 in Stock)
This basic telescope has a 70mm objective lens at the front and includes a small
tripod.
This telescope is very light and portable and easy for a child to use.
The telescope provides views the right way up, but left / right are mirror reversed
The telescope has a standard ⅜” fitting on the base so can be mounted on a
larger tripod.
Children will enjoy exploring the night sky for themselves.
Diameter of Objective Lens: 70mm
Telescope Focal Length: 300mm (f/4)
Eyepieces Supplied: 20mm and 6mm (0.965” fitting)
Magnifications: 15x and 50x
2x Barlow lens
3x Barlow lens (see note)
Erecting lens (see note)
Adjustable height tripod
Note: the 6mm eyepiece, 3x Barlow lens and erecting lens do not work very well.
A free 2x Barlow lens is included.
We have a 0.965” to 1.25” adaptor (price £10) which would allow larger, better
quality lens to be used.
70mm Reflector £25.00
Delivery - included
Telescope Accessories
Eyepiece & Filter set - 1.25 inch only (2 in stock)
The set comprises 3 eyepieces with standard 1.25” barrels and threaded to take
filters.
1 - 25mm Plossl eyepiece
1 - 15mm Plossl eyepiece
1 - 10mm Plossl eyepiece
1 - Basic Moon Filter
1 - Aluminium foam lined carry case
Eyepiece & Filter set £55.99 (RRP £69.98)
Delivery - £5
Note:
We can supply alternative eyepieces, an extra eyepiece, 2x Barlow lens or a
variable polarising filter
Contact us for the price
Ostara Variable Polarising Filter - 1.25 inch only (3 in stock)
When viewing the Moon even with a small telescope the image can be very bright.
While this does not harm your eyesight can be uncomfortable. This type of filter
allows the brightness of the image to be varied to just the right level. These filters
can be used fitted together or if one half is mounted in in eyepiece and the other
in a star diagonal, rotation of just the EP will change the brightness of the image.
Supplied in a plastic storage case with die cut foam.
Variable Polarising Filter £28.99 (RRP £39.98)
Delivery - included
Ostara Basic Moon Filter - 1.25 inch only (3 in stock)
The filter is designed to reduce glare when viewing the Moon
Fits standard filter threads on 1.25 inch eyepieces.
Supplied in a plastic storage case with die cut foam.
Ostara Moon Filter £6.99 (RRP £9.99)
Delivery - included
Images are of the binoculars
Images are of the binoculars
In addition to the sale items we have:
Visionary Classic 7x50 and 10x50 binoculars
Eyepieces
Visionary HD 15×70 Binoculars (2 in Stock)
The Visionary HD series is designed with the idea of coupling magnifications to
their optimum front lens size to give exceptional clarity and brightness. The 15x
magnification is ideal as a long-range observation and combined with the large
light gathering of the objective lens makes them ideal for astronomy. This model
is designed to give high clarity, very high power and a natural well-balanced image
that has true to life colour due to multi-coated lenses.
High-Resolution BAK4 prisms ensure a brighter image throughout the range of
magnifications by maximising light transmission.
The traditional Porro prism designed gives higher quality images when compared
to roof prism or compact (reverse) Porro prism designs in the same price range.
Long eye relief makes these binoculars ideal for spectacle wearers. It enables
users wearing glasses to view the entire field of view as the binocular image is
projected further out of the exit pupil.
The support bar between the lenses had a cover over a threaded hole for
attaching the binoculars to a tripod using a L shaped bracket (optional extra). For
best results these binoculars should be mounted on a heavy tripod.
Supplied with carry case and a broad neck strap.
Objective Lens: 70mm
Prisms: BAK4 porro type
Magnification: 15x
Field of View: 77m at 1000m
Dimensions (LxWxH): 265mm x 206mm x 85mm
Weight: 1.35kg
Visionary HD 15x70 Binoculars £93.99 (RRP £149.99)
Delivery - included
Visionary HD 20×80 Binoculars (2 in Stock)
The Visionary HD series is designed to couple magnification to an optimum front
lens size to give exceptional clarity and brightness. The 20x magnification is ideal
for long-range observation but is also well suited for astronomy, aviation and ship
spotting. This model is designed to give high clarity and a natural well-balanced
true colour image due to multi-coated lenses.
The use of high-resolution BAK4 prisms ensure a brighter image. Long eye relief
makes these binoculars suitable when wearing glasses to still view the entire field
of view as the binocular image is projected further out.
The chrome balance bar is fitted with an integral tripod adaptor with ⅜” thread to
fit standard tripod heads. For best results these binoculars should be mounted on
a heavy tripod.
Supplied with carry case and a free upgraded broader neck strap.
The Visionary HD 20×80 received a score of 4.5 out of 5 stars BBC Sky at Night
Magazine Review
Objective Lens: 80mm
Prisms: BAK4 porro type
Magnification: 20x
Field of View: 3.2
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Dimensions (LxWxH): 320mm x 225mm x 100mm
Weight: 2.34kg
Visionary HD 20×80 Binoculars £145.00 (RRP £199.99)
Delivery - included