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This is a rare tripod and equatorial AND azimuth telescope mount, by Research optical in Japan in the 1980 period best guess.
The clam-shell is designed for a 60 mm diameter scope.
Please study the photos to see / understand how it works, i think its very cool indeed.
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Category: Cameras and Photography:Telescopes and Binoculars:Telescopes
Location: Preston