Astronomy Spotting Scopes
Celestron 102mm Wide View Spotting Scope
$209.00Last catalog price, March 2009
Catalog description
Celestron 102mm Wide View Spotting Scope, part number CELE075, is a discontinued product from the 2007–2011 catalog. It was last listed at $209.00, down from a high of $229.00.
Special spotter!
The 102mm Wide View Spotting Scope offers bright breath-taking views of both ground and celestrial objects through its wide 4-inch aperture. Its fully multi-coated optics also perform brilliantly in low-light conditions making it perfect for squeezing more precious viewing time into early mornings and late evenings.
At 21 inches in length and 5 pounds in weight the 102 mm is lightweight and portable enough for serious field work. Great for bird watching it also serves well for astronomy photography and nature study. Photographers especially will appreciate the 102's fast (500mm f/5) optical system. Its classical refractor design with achromatic two-element lens made of crown and flint glass is well suited to both visual and photographic applications.
Two 1.25-inch eyepieces are included for 20X and 50X magnification. A 45-degree erect-image diagonal and tripod adapter also ship with the scope.
High-performance features:Fully multi-coated optics Excellent close focus of just 15 feet Eye relief of 22mm with 20X eyepiece Field of view: 2.5? with 20X eyepiece Built-in tripod adapter 25mm eyepiece for 20X magnification 10mm eyepiece for 50X magnification 45-degree erect-image diagonal 8x20 erect-image finderscope 2-inch focuser Built-in T-adapter Limited lifetime warranty The Celestron 102mm Wide View spotting scope: it's spot-on!
For vibration-free viewing choose the Zhumell Professional Tripod.
About CelestronSince manufacturing its first telescope in 1960 Celestron has grown to become one of the world’s leading telescope makers enjoying brand-name recognition among serious amateur astronomers for superior optics outstanding design and innovative technology. Celestron is also a leading designer manufacturer and importer of other high-quality optical products including binoculars spotting scopes and microscopes in addition to their computerized and non-computerized telescopes and related accessories. Their innovative products continue to receive numerous industry and consumer media accolades adding to an already impressive list that includes awards for product innovation from Reader’s Digest Popular Science PC Magazine Popular Mechanics the Consumer Electronics Association and more. Celestron is a privately held company with corporate offices and manufacturing facilities in Torrance Calif.
Catalog price history
| Observed | Listed price | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 2007 | $209.48 | |
| February 2008 | $211.48 | +$2.00 |
| March 2008 | $229.00 | +$17.52 |
| March 2009 | $209.00 | −$20.00 |
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