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Orion Universal Dovetail Finder Scope Base

Universal dovetail mounting shoe for many Orion finder scopes, reflex sights, and mini guide scopes. Anodized aluminum with two perpendicular pairs of slots to mount to a wide variety of telescopes, including SCTs. Two thumbscrew locks.

Orion Quick-Collimation Cap, 1.25"

Keep your reflector telescope's optics precisely aligned for sharpest images with Orion's Quick-Collimation Cap. Easy to use, it fits 1.25" focuser collars or 2" focusers equipped with a 1.25" adapter. Collimation instructions included.

11.75" Orion Dovetail Mounting Plate

This 11.75" Orion Dovetail Mounting Plate provides a platform for coupling telescope optical tubes to either equatorial or Alt-Az telescope mounts that utilizes the Vixen style dovetail cradle. Connect it directly or use tube rings (sold seperately).

MicroXplore 2mp Handheld Digital Microscope

The MicroXplore 2mp Handheld Digital Microscope provides detailed images of any object you point at, providing high resolution magnification, right at your fingertips. Connect it to your Windows computer, and be amazed at the level of detail seen!

Orion Shorty 1.25" 2x Barlow Lens

The Orion Shorty Barlow Lens doubles the power of any telescope eyepiece. It has a multi-coated lens that lets in more light and allows you to enjoy higher-power, sharper images without eye strain.

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1.25" Orion 13% Transmission Moon Filter

Having trouble viewing details on the Moons surface? This neutral-density eyepiece filter reduces glare so you can see more detail and surface features. The 1.25" Orion 13% Transmission Moon Filter is especially useful with large aperture telescopes.

Orion SkyLine Deluxe Green Laser Pointer

Have you ever tried to point out an object in the sky, only to realize everyone around you isn't sure where you're pointing? The Orion SkyLine Deluxe Green Laser Pointer emits a thin beam of light that looks like it touches the star you point at!

1.25" Orion Basic Set of Four Color Filters

A great tool for bringing out details in the planets and Moon is this 1.25" set of four Orion Color Telescope Filters. Each colored filter brings out different details in the planets allowing for a totally different view.

Orion Exploring the Cosmos: An Introduction to the Night Sky

Spark your child's interest in space and astronomy today! Packed with amazing facts, beautiful illustrations, and star charts for all four seasons, the Orion-exclusive 48-page Exploring the Cosmos book is a great introduction to the night sky.

Orion SteadyPix Quick Smartphone Telescope Photo Adapter

This inexpensive photo adapter provides the stability you need to take great pictures of the view through a telescope, binocular, or microscope eyepiece with a smartphone camera. Its twist-lock eyepiece clamp makes installation quick and easy.

1.25" Orion Variable Polarizing Filter

Would you like more contrast and less glare while viewing the moon and bright planets? The 1.25" Orion Variable Polarizing Telescope Filter reduces both and brings out details. And you can adjust the amount of light transmission for the perfect view.

Orion DualBeam 2600mAH LED Waterproof Astro Lantern

Multi-purpose device emits stargazing-friendly red light and brighter white light to illuminate your astronomy gear, camping site, and more. Waterproof and dustproof, the rugged DualBeam Astro Lantern can also recharge cell phones in emergencies.

8.25" Orion Dovetail Mounting Plate

This 8.25" Orion Dovetail Mounting Plate provides a platform for coupling telescope optical tubes to either equatorial or Alt-Az telescope mounts that utilizes the Vixen style dovetail cradle. Connect it directly or use tube rings (sold separately).

Orion Dual Finder Scope Mounting Bracket

Attach two different aiming devices to your telescope quickly and easily with the Orion Dual Finder Scope Mounting Bracket. Use any combination of finder scope, reflex sight, green laser pointer bracket, mini guide scope, without having to use tools.

Orion Binocular Astronomy Field Guide

This exclusive, Orion-designed guide is packed with detailed maps, useful tips, and helpful information for using binoculars to take exciting, two-eyed tours of starry skies. Printed on water-resistant, environmentally friendly synthetic paper.

1.25" Orion SkyGlow Broadband Eyepiece Filter

For deep sky observing in light-polluted areas this 1.25" Orion SkyGlow Broadband Telescope filter is perfect. It blocks the most common wavelengths of light pollution for increased contrast and better views.

Orion SteadyPix Pro Universal Camera/Smartphone Mount, 1.25"

This easy-to-use mounting bracket securely holds your point-and-shoot camera or smartphone right up to your telescope's 1.25" eyepiece, at the perfect position and focus point, allowing you to capture high-magnification pictures of the night sky.

Orion Deluxe 6-Piece Optics Cleaning Kit

The Orion Deluxe 6-Piece Optics Cleaning Kit contains everything you need to care for any optical surface. Includes Ultra Brush Dust Remover, Dust Pro Compressed Air, Cleaning Fluid, 2 Booklets of Premium-Grade Lens Tissue, and Ten Cotton Swabs.

Orion 1.25" Shorty 2x Barlow Lens and Camera T-adapter

Whether used visually or for astrophotographic pursuits, the Orion 1.25" Shorty 2x Barlow Lens and Camera T-adapter will provide night after night of convenient, power-doubling performance. Features T-threads for easy and secure camera attachment.

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Orion SteadyPix Deluxe Camera Mount

Have you ever wanted to take a picture of what you were viewing through your telescope? The Orion SteadyPix Deluxe Camera Mount lets you! It securely holds most point-and-shoot cameras up to an eyepiece for afocal photography of celestial objects.

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Since 1975 Orion Telescopes & Binoculars has been offering telescopes for sale direct to customers. Now an employee-owned company, we pride ourselves on an unswerving commitment to best quality products, value and unmatched customer care. Our 100% satisfaction guarantee says it all.

Orion offers telescopes for every level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, and Expert. From our entry level beginner telescopes for amateur astronomers to our Dobsonian telescopes to our most advanced Cassegrain telescopes and accessories, you can find the best telescope for you. Because we sell direct, we can offer you tremendous value at a great price. Not sure how to choose a telescope? Orion's Telescope Buyer's Guide is a great place to start.

Orion binoculars are known for quality optics at a great price. We offer binoculars for every viewing interest, including astronomical binoculars, compact binoculars, waterproof binoculars, birding binoculars, and sport and hunting binoculars.

Orion's telescope and astrophotography accessories will enhance your telescope enjoyment without breaking the bank. Expand your viewing experience with accessories ranging from moon filters to power-boosting Barlow lenses to advanced computerized telescope mounts. Capture breathtaking photos with our affordable astrophotography cameras. And when you're stargazing, Orion's telescope cases and covers, observing gear, red LED flashlights, astronomy books and star charts will make your observing sessions more convenient, comfortable and meaningful.

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