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Orion 70mm

Transporter

Telescope

For years weʼve been looking for an afford- able, quality telescope, only to find average optics and merely acceptable construc- tion — until we used the Orion Transporter. It is a worthy tele- scope, with excellent optical performance at a great price. The major bands of Jupiter are readily visible through the 6mm

(58X) eyepiece. This

remarkably affordable telescope sets up easily, and the included EZ Finder II aiming device makes finding that elusive lunar crater or nebula a cinch. The rugged carrying case holds both the tube and mount assemblies. Itʼs a perfect portable telescope for exploring the grandeur of the final frontier. Optical tube is 15" long, with a 21x and a 58x power eyepiece. Includes a Min-EQ equatorial mount for tracking celestial bodies. One-year limit- ed warranty. Weight: 12.5 lbs. Size: 14.5" W at base x 18.5" H x 4" Dia.

Item #OTT

$149.95

Monocular Spotting Scope

The small, lightweight Monocular is a great choice whenItʼsyoua simple,don’t wanthightoqualitycarry8xyourpowergreatscopebig binocuat an -

unbelievablelars. price. The large iris makes it easy to focus quickly, even with just one hand. Features clear, multicoated lenses with a folding eyecup, and a rub- ber-coated body for water resistance. Wrist lanyard and nylon carrying case included. You can use the Monocular with your digital camera by simply holding it over the lens! Weight: 2.5 oz. Size: 3.5" L x 1" dia.

Item #TM

$19.95

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C. Crane 19f manual HAN D- PI Cked Gear Inst RU Ment S, Orion 70mm Transporter Telescope, Monocular Spotting Scope, $149.95

19f specifications

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One of the standout features of the C. Crane 19F is its advanced reception technology. The radio utilizes a high-quality, mono speaker that delivers clear, crisp sound, making it ideal for enjoying music, talk shows, and live broadcasts. The built-in digital signal processing, combined with the radio’s selective fading technology, helps to eliminate interference and improve the clarity of reception, especially when tuning into weaker signals.

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