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Altazimuth Mounts ideal for terrestrial spotting scopes and portable astro scopes. Simplicity itself!

Vixen Porta Mount Vixen Porta Mount
Product code: MT300
Manufacturer: Vixen

This stunning alt-azimuth mount from Vixen offers ease of use and quick setup. You don't need to polar align your mount, balance any counterweights or even set the mount up horizontally - just put it down and start doing what you came to do: Observe!
Its compact dimensions make this mount an ideal choice for travelling.


£199.00
AZ3 Alt-Azimuth Mount AZ3 Alt-Azimuth Mount
Product code: MT100
Manufacturer: Sky-Watcher

Spotting users love the precision control and rock steadiness of this high quality alt-azimuth mount with adjustable aluminium tripod and large accessory tray. It features two flexible slow-motion cables, one for vertical and one for horizontal control. Accurately tracks distant moving objects with ease. This mounting is ideal for terrestrial observations but can also be used for basic astronomical viewing. 


£99.00
Supa-Trak HEAVY-DUTY MOTORISED ALT-AZIMUTH MOUNT & TRIPOD Supa-Trak HEAVY-DUTY MOTORISED ALT-AZIMUTH MOUNT & TRIPOD
Product code: MT920
Manufacturer: Sky-Watcher

"The SupaTrak mount is a lightweight mount, suitable for small telescopes; it is easy to assemble, align and use...A particularly strong point is the sturdiness of the mount...There is no excessive vibration...Controls and slew rate are excellent." Endorsed and recommended by Sir Patrick Moore CBE FRS.


£159.00
VersaGo Precision Altaz Mount VersaGo Precision Altaz Mount
Product code: OM05682
Manufacturer: Orion US

Wonderfully Stable, Smooth Control for Telescopes! Here's an elegantly simple, easy-to-operate telescope mount that frees you up to just enjoy the view rather than struggle with the equipment. It's sturdy and "grab-and-go" portable, with silky smooth motion. For stargazing or daytime scoping, the VersaGo is a dream.


£229.00
SkyTee HEAVY-DUTY DUAL-LOAD ALT-AZIMUTH MOUNT & TRIPOD SkyTee HEAVY-DUTY DUAL-LOAD ALT-AZIMUTH MOUNT & TRIPOD
Product code: MT150
Manufacturer: Sky-Watcher

Sky Tee mount in store now! Call Simon for first reactions


£299.00
EAZY TOUCH ALT-AZ Mount with Wooden Tripod EAZY TOUCH ALT-AZ Mount with Wooden Tripod
Product code: WA300
Manufacturer: William Optics

What is that you prize the most for your wide-field refractor? It's ease of use: EAZY TOUCH is the mount you need, without sacrificing stability, looks and portability. Made in Switzerland by AOK, this mount allows you to be ready to go in 5 minutes even with a 4" telescope! Check it out!


£399.00
AZ3 1/4/20 Adaptor AZ3 1/4"/20 Adaptor
Product code: MT101

1/4"-20 Adapter for AZ-3 Mount
  • Provides threaded post for attaching instruments equipped with a 1/4"-20 threaded socket

£19.95
U-FORK MOUNT & TRIPOD U-FORK MOUNT & TRIPOD
Product code: MT050
Manufacturer: Helios

Designed to be used with QUANTUM 6 Observation Binoculars.  Allows a completely vertical angle of elevation, making it ideal for astronomical use.  Also recommended as a mounting for terrestrial observations. Supplied with a sturdy Stainless Steel Pipe Tripod (with accessory tray) offering very good stability.


£179.00
APM Az MaxMount APM Az MaxMount
Product code: MT350
Manufacturer: APM

£699.00


 
SPECIAL NEWS

Come and see us at the Letchworth & District Astronomical Society evening event this Saturday 10th May under clear skies! See www.ldas.org.uk for more details

William Optics announce new Megrez 88 and FLT98 models for this summer. Contact Simon on (020) 7935 2580 for the latest news from the astronomy world.

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EVOSTAR-100ED2 PRO 4” F/9 Apochromatic Refractor + HEQ5 PRO SkyScan GOTO Equatorial Mount
EVOSTAR-100ED2 PRO 4” F/9 Apochromatic Refractor + HEQ5 PRO SkyScan GOTO Equatorial Mount
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£1348.00
 
 
DIGITAL FRAME 7010
DIGITAL FRAME 7010
An affordable gift. Braun quality - would you give them anything less? details...
£149.99
 
ALTER M1012 DeLuxe Telescope
ALTER M1012 DeLuxe Telescope
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Please contact us to confirm the price
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MEGREZ 102 Doublet APO
MEGREZ 102 Doublet APO
In store now! New William Optics Megrez 102 ED Doublet, F7. Available in yellow or stunning pearlescent white finish. Complete with case, rings, vixen-style dovetail bar. Limited Availability. details...
£849.00
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