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8x50 Erect Image Illuminated Polar-Finder Scope with NEW long battery life Illuminator II (VFEI0850-RA)

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$137.99 $199.99 In stock

Category: Finders

Description

With its northern and southern polar reference markings, Explore Scientific’s 8x50 Illuminated Polar Finder Scope with NEW long battery life Illuminator (FNDRILLUM-02) allows for quick and precise polar alignments with any equatorial mount. The deep red illumination can be controlled by the variable brightness knob, which also serves as the illuminator’s on/off switch. This finder features a 90° eyepiece, erect image viewing and a 7° field of view. It also offers precision focus of both the main objective and the eyepiece reticle.

Specifications

Item Number VFEI0850-RA
Retical Polar Alignment Crosshair
Weight 1 lb, 9.1 oz
Size 200mm x 62mm x 112mm

Limited Warranty is one year, which converts to the Explore STAR Transferable Extended Life of the Product Warranty when product is registered within 60 days of purchase. Click Here to register.

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Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Sofia K. ★★★★★

Finally got this polar finder mounted and aligned; the illuminated reticle is crisp and makes southern hemisphere alignment just as easy as northern. The new illuminator really does last — I’ve used it for three sessions and haven’t had to change the battery yet.

Avery ★★★★★

I was pleasantly surprised how much easier polar alignment became with this scope—the northern and southern hemisphere markings saved me time switching setups. The new illuminator makes the reticle visible without washing out fainter stars, and I didn’t have to change the battery once in several ses

Ellie L. ★★★★★

The illumination on this polar scope is so much better than my old one—the reticle stays crisp and visible even with the new battery-saver feature. The northern and southern hemisphere markings made alignment in my backyard a breeze.