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Price as at 16 June 2008: $479.00

ATN Aries MK330 Warrior Generation 1 Night Vision Weapon Sight

The ATN Aries MK330 Warrior is an affordable high quality generation-1 weapon sight. It is the first of ATN’s new line of Night Vision weapon sights produced under the brand name of Black Lion Optics. It sports features such as a new super fast front lens system for optimal brightness easy push button operation and a reticle brightness adjustment. The Warrior also comes with a new detachable 450mw Infrared Illuminator with dedicated windage and elevation adjustments. This new ‘industry-best’ IR lets you see even in total darkness up to 150 yards away!

The controls are ergonomically designed and can be used with ease in total darkness. The scope easily mounts onto any US standard 7/8″weaver rail.

Specifications

  • Generation - 1st
  • Magnification - 3X
  • Lens system - F1:1.7 F90mm
  • FOV - 12 deg
  • Range of focus - 1m to infinity
  • Reticle - Green On Green
  • Windage & elevation adjustments - 1MOA
  • IR illuminator - Super 450mw
  • Battery life - 10-20 hours
  • Dimensions 9″ x4″ x2″
  • Detection range - 150 m
  • Recognition range - 100 m
  • Diopter adjustment +/-5
  • Operating temperature -40 °C to +40 °C
  • Weight 2.2 Lbs

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The C6-SGT 6-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope

(see a video review of this scope by Astronomy Magazine at the end of this post)

Celestron C6-S GT Schmidt-Cassegrain w/XLT Coatings

The C6-SGT 6-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope with XLT coatings is a member of Celestron’s Advanced telescope series. Celestron Advanced scopes combine state-of-the-art technology easy-to-use features and ready-to-use components to produce instruments of unparalleled quality and utility.

The C6-SGT comes mounted on the CG-5 GT computerized equatorial mount that allows access to features like automatic star alignment capability and GoTo slewing to more than 40000 objects. Equipped with high speed motors and hand controler the C6-SGT allows you to slew your telescope remotely to desired objects quickly and accurately.

No matter whether you’re a beginner an intermediate viewer or an advanced amateur astronomer this precision instrument will satisfy your needs both visually and photographically.

Precision-engineered CG-5 mount

This new German equatorial mount has precision worm gears on both axes for extremely smooth tracking motion. The new heavy-duty tripod with larger and more substantial legs offer excellent damping characteristics for more stable views. In fact the CG-5 is the most stable mount in its class. The CG-5 also has a convenient latitude scale for easier alignment and an optional polar finder scope for the ultimate in precision alignments.

XLT coatings

Celestron’s XLT coating process uses state-of-the-art thin-film vacuum-deposition technology. To ensure consistent optical coatings of the highest quality the process is tightly monitored and controlled by highly trained technicians. Prior to coating each optical element is thoroughly cleaned and inspected to ensure proper adhesion of the films during the coating process. Materials used in our reflective and anti-reflective coatings including aluminum hafnium oxide titanium dioxide silicon dioxide and magnesium fluoride are the purest available exceeding 99.99 percent. The result is image-clarity so stunning it must be seen to be believed.

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Specifications

  • Proven NexStar® computer-control technology;
  • RS-232 communication port on hand controler to control the telescope via personal computer;
  • Autoguider port for long-exposure astrophotography;
  • 40000-plus-object database with 400 user-definable objects;
  • Expanded information on more than 200 objects;
  • Custom database that lists the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number;
  • the most beautiful double triple and quadruple stars;
  • variable stars;
  • solar systems;
  • objects and asterisms;

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As mentioned in our guide to choosing a binocular, more powerful binoculars suffer from unstable images when used without a tripod. Even a slight shake of the hands will shake the image in the binocular, and with higher-magnification binoculars, the image shake becomes truly intolerable.

Canon’s Image Stabilizer very effectively minimizes image shake at high magnifications. The amount of shake is actually calculated by a microcomputer, and the shake is optimally counteracted so that the image always looks steady to the eye.

The Canon 18×50 IS Image Stabilized Binoculars is also an “ALL WEATHER” Binoculars, and is at the top of the class in our opinion.

Canon 18x50 IS Image Stabilized Binoculars ALL WEATHER

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Comparison: Celestron 11 Inch CPC & Meade 10 Inch LX90-ACF

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(both scopes are 5-star rated by their users)

Celestron 11 Inch CPC Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope

(Our Choice)

Meade 10 Inch LX90-ACF Advanced Coma-Free Telescope with UHTC

  • 11 inches of light-gathering aperture for the faintest space objects
  • Fully computerized, GPS-enabled, GoTo technology with SkyAlign
  • 40,000-object database with 400 user-definable objects
  • 8×50 finderscope to help accurately find objects
  • Flash-upgradeable hand controller keeps you up to date
  • NexRemote telescope control software operates your telescope via PC
  • Ideal for astronomy and astrophotography
  • Hand-figured lenses provide optimum light allowance
  • Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope design
  • AutoAlign technology provides clear and simple orientation
  • AutoStar periodic corrections fine-tune performance
  • Ideal for novices and intermediate astronomers alike
  • Rigid cast aluminum fork mount provides rock-solid base
  • Oversized primary mirror provides wider field of vision
279mm 10 Inches
2800mm 2500mm
f/10 f/10
Dual Fork Arm Alt-Azimuth Fork
Price (16 May 2008): $2,799.00

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Price (16 May 2008): $2,699.00

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Nikon’s 14×40 StabilEyes is the world’s first dual mode, digitally stabilized marine binocular. This 14 power binocular is optimized for use on boats, in moving vehicles, or in aircraft. Onboard and land use settings allow the versatility needed for diverse applications. Center focusing and compact (7.3″ long x 5.8″ wide), the Nikon StabilEyes is easy to use and fits into a daypack or carry-on bag.
Dual mode professional grade marine binoculars that are stabilized on land and on board! With power, razor sharp resolution, and a steady hold necessary for long viewing. Phase correction coated prisms, fully muticoated lenses that provide clear, crisp images. Waterproof/fogproof construction and Nikon’s exclusive Pan and Tilt feature that provide unmatched flexibilty. One year limited warranty.

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Nikon 16×32 Nikon StabilEyes VR Image Stabilized Binoculars

Nikon 14×40 StabilEyes VR Image Stabilized Binoculars

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16 X 14 x 40 12x
32 mm 40 mm 32mm
7.1L x 5.6W 7.3L x 5.8W 7.0L x 5.6W

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Which telescope - YouTuber makes suggestions (video)

This excellent guide has had much too few views! Its truly good. Have a look, and then click through the links in this post to get more specifics on the recommended telescopes.

Enjoy…

Here are links to the scopes the video author recommended:


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Celestron NexStar 8 SE Telescope - Video Review

Great video introduction to a truly great telescope:

Here’s the scope (click for detailed specs):

Celestron NexStar 8 SE Telescope

Celestron NexStar 8 SE Telescope

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Telescopes


  • View and learn about over 38,000 deep-sky objects
  • Just choose one and the scope automatically finds it
  • Sky tours that are tailored to the date and your location
  • 8 inches of light-gathering aperture
  • Fully computerized mount with SkyAlign GoTo technology
  • Autoguider port for long exposure astrophotography
  • Includes “The Sky” Astronomy Software
  • Operable via PC

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Night Vision In Action (video) #2

WOW! Excellent demonstration of the light amplifying power of even a Generation 1 device when an infrared light source is used!

Here’s the device:

Yukon NVMT 4x50 Multi-Tasking Night Vision Monocular

Yukon NVMT 4×50 Multi-Tasking Night Vision Monocular

  • 4 x 50mm monocular
  • Infrared illuminator for night vision capability
  • 600-meter range
  • Built-in tripod mount
  • Lightweight and comfortable
  • Uses 3-volt lithium battery

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Night Vision In Action (video) #1

Cool demo of the power that even a Generation 2 device has!


This is the instrument (click for more information):

ATN Night Storm Generation 2+ Night Vision Monocular (Black)

ATN Night Storm Generation 2+ Night Vision Monocular (Black)

  • Night Storm 2 is a waterproof night vision scope designed for Law Enforcement and commercial safety applications.
  • Affordable Generation 2 performance in robust exterior shell makes Night Storm equally ideal for Homeland security and outdoor applications.
  • Once you enter a completely dark where no ambient light is to be found, you can take advantage of our built-in Total Darkness Technology which our infrared illuminator will provide.
  • The unit also has an optional camera adapter

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ATN NVG7 Generation 2+ Night Vision Goggles

ATN NVG7 Generation 2+ Night Vision Goggle with Headgear

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The ATN NVG7-2 is ruggedly constructed out of metal, yet is compact and light weight, metal. The NVG7-2 is a single tube night vision goggle built around High Grade 18 mm Gen 2+ image intensifier tube and utilizes a bi-ocular (not binocular). It has an built-in IR light source, which enables close-up use in complete darkness. It is available with a wide range of image intensifier options to meet a wide array of specialized specification requirements.

The NVG-7 is an exceptional choice for hands free usage, and we have recommended it for a really ‘bizarre’ application (depends on your perspective :) ) - night-time paintball wargames! Those guys report that it suits their needs perfectly - even when there is very little moonlight.

From a price vs utility standpoint, we can give this ATN NVG7 Generation 2+ Night Vision Goggles our highest recommendation. We also recommend theNightVisionStore.com as the retailer of choice. If you really want (be sure that your really need it) an even higher grade night vision instrument, then theNightVisionStore.com will have it.

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ATN NVG7 Technical Specs

  • INTENSIFIER TUBE 2nd Gen. High Resolution
  • DETECTION RANGE 250M
  • RECOGNITION RANGE 175M
  • LENS SYSTEM F1:1.2, F35MM
  • RESOLUTION (LINES PER MM) 32-40 lp/mm
  • MAGNIFICATION 1X
  • FOV 40 deg.
  • OBJECTIVE FOCAL LENGTH 25mm
  • FOCUS RANGE.25m
  • DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT - 6 to + 5
  • EYE RELIEF 15mm
  • EXIT PUPIL 16mm
  • INTERPUPILLARY DISTANCE Fixed 56 to 73mm
  • IR ILLUMINATION 50m
  • OPTICAL MATERIAL Heavy multi-coated glass
  • MATERIALS Aircraft quality CNC machined Aluminium composite
  • WEIGHT 0.45KG/1LBS
  • DIMENSIONS (MM) 140X100X60
  • IMMERSION 1m for 60 min
  • OPERATING TEMP-30 ° F TO +125 ° F
  • INPUT VOLTAGE 1.2 to 1.5 VDC
  • BATTERY One 3 V Lithium
  • BATTERY LIFE 10-20 HOURS
  • SWITCHON/OFF/IR POWER SWITCH TYPE Push button
  • IR SWITCH TYPE Push button
Dimensions: 61mm x 177mm x 102mm
Battery: CR123A
Battery Life: 10-20 Hours
Magnification: 1x
Brand: ATN
Generation: 2+
Objective Lens Diameter: 35mm
Battery Included: Yes
Detection Range: 200 Yards
Goggles Generation: Generation 2+
Night Vision Series: Night Vision Goggles

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