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HERE WE HAVE FOR SALE IS MYCelestron Skymaster 25×70 Binoculars 71008 Tripod + Opticron Adapter + Case AS NEW, ONLY USED A HANDFUL OF TIMES, SELLING DUE TO AN UPGRADE.
Description
Celestrons SkyMaster Series of large aperture binoculars are a phenomenal value for high performance binoculars ideal for astronomical viewing or for terrestrial (land) use – especially over long distances. Each SkyMaster model features high quality BaK-4 prisms and multi-coated optics for enhanced contrast. Celestron has designed and engineered the larger SkyMaster models to meet the special demands of extended astronomical or terrestrial viewing sessions. The 25×70 version is one of the most popular models in the series. It offers serious large aperture light gathering in an affordable and reasonably lightweight configuration.
Specifications
Objective Lens Diameter (mm)70 mm Magnification (x)25xApparent Field of View2.7Exit Pupil (mm)2.8 mm Eye Relief (mm)13 mm Close Focus75 ft (23 m)IPD Max72 mm IPD Min56 mm Optical CoatingsMulti-CoatedWeight (oz)52 oz (1474 g)Prism Glass (Type)BaK-4Twilight Factor41.83Relative Brightness7.84WeatherproofWater ResistantTripod AdaptableYes
SOME REVIEWS
5.0 out of 5 starsSimply brilliant. A perfect upgrade from 10x50s.By Craig Curtison 1 June 2015Let me start by saying I did not have a clue about stargazing/astronomy until Christmas 2014 when I was bought a pair of 10×50 bins (tech term for binoculars, apparently) and a stargazing book to begin my foray into amateur astronomy. If, like me, you could stare at the night sky for hours and just bask in the wonder that is our solar system, then I could not recommend a better way to start it.
Six months later and Ive decided to upgrade to these 25×70 beasts. I was tempted to go for the 25×100 but didnt want to make the mistake of trying to run before I could walk. I ordered them Friday afternoon and took delivery the following morning. I could barely contain my excitement in opening the box!
The packaging itself is basic, but not too complicated. I had the binoculars, the carry bag (with strap), a wipe-cloth, neck strap, standard instructions and the most important a tripod mount. I havent bought a tripod yet but may well be making a purchase this week, as these bins arent exactly heavy but its difficult to maintain a steady focus on, say, the Moon (which by the way looks BEAUTIFUL through these).
So far and Im only two days into using them Im very, very impressed. Thankfully it was a clear night last night and where I live (Wales, UK) I was able to see the Moon, Venus, Jupiter and its moons, and Saturn! Although the latter was a mere blemish in my lens, I could clearly make out its rings (the planet is almost an oval-shape) and I couldnt believe my eyes.
The build quality is superb. They feel heavy, but theyre not that heavy if you know what I mean. Of course, buying a tripod will both give you amazing images and give your arms a rest, but for now Im happy using my garden table as a stabiliser for my elbows. The focus wheel is a little stiff, but being 31 Ive had some good practice with my fingers over the years. The eye piece protector is a little flimsy, but to be honest Ill hardly use it as itll spend more time out of its carry case than in it.
Before I had my first pair of bins, I assumed that astronomy was for balding single men with grey beards and adenoids, looking up through telescopes the size of a Ford Galaxy (pardon the pun), but with a simple pair of binoculars you can gaze at the stars for hours and see way, way more than the naked eye. Orions Nebula is simply breathtaking.
To sum up, if youre looking to upgrade from a pair of 10x50s, these are the bins for you. If youre just starting out, then Id recommend these but no higher (or heavier) than these. Like I said, by starting small and working your way up gives you much more appreciation of what you can see. I can honestly see myself never buying a telescope and instead upgrading my bins every year or so. They are THAT good.
By Sam Jones
5.0 out of 5 stars
I’ve been an amateur astronomer for a while now and have a couple of telescopes both of which are pretty bulky. I also had a pair of 10×50 bins which are highly portable of course but with only 10 magnification and not a lot of light gathering ability, they were never going to show much detail. I bought these as a grab and go for when you just want to have a quick look at Jupiter and its moons or a scan of the lunar surface. At the price, I was only expecting something that was a bit better than my 10x50s but wow, the viewing through these is terrific and I hadn’t quite appreciated just how much better they would be. The moon is a joy to view through these, they are very easy to focus and have an excellent quality feel to them. The tripod mount adapter is pretty wobbly to be honest but that’s not the real purpose of these. If you’re in the mood to set up tripods then get an astroscope but these are small and light enough to hold without any problems
HAPPY BIDDING
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GOOD LUCK!
Category: Collectables:Scientific:Optical
Location: Barry
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