$1,299.00Last catalog price, November 2009
Catalog description
Vixen ED81SWT Refractor OTA, part number VIX059, is a discontinued product from the 2007–2011 catalog. It was last listed at $1299.00, up from a low of $999.00.
When The ED81S combines better color correction from the new ED glass and brighter images from its fast f/7.7 focal ratio. This will satisfy the most demanding visual astronomer or astro-photographer. The special ED glass produces clear and high contrast viewing virtually free of false color. The design uses newly developed environmentally friendly glass technolgy. The optical tube is very stable yet light weight. The top carry handle also includes a 1/2-20 stud for piggyback camera mounting. Vixen's new Dual Speed Focuser now standard on the ED81 provides fine focus adjustments for 1/7th speed focusing.
The ED81S comes complete with:Dual Speed Focuser90mm Tube RingsCarry HandleDimensions: 90mm x 573mm/ 3.5 x 22.5inWeight: 3.4 kg/ 7.5 lbs
Catalog price history
| Observed | Listed price | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 2007 | $1,099.00 | |
| March 2008 | $999.00 | −$100.00 |
| March 2009 | $1,199.00 | +$200.00 |
| November 2009 | $1,299.00 | +$100.00 |
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