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A clean sweep
Hi Noble,
Welcome to amateur astronomy. For an ultra-simple minimalist approach, go get yourself a long-handled soft-head broom (the type hairdressers use to sweep the hair up at the salon) and a stool. An adjustable height stool or gas-lift is even better
For a more stable view, turn the broom into a defacto mono-pod.Turn it upside-down so the head is up and (while still holding them) rest the binocular on the broom-head while the handle is on the ground. Sit on stool behind the binocular.
Far from perfect but I'll bet you end up with a somewhat steadier view for little or no outlay. I have a well-made special binocular mount that is sensational in use but for a 1 minute look at something, the long broom and stool works pretty well and I stil use it quite a bit.
Best,
Les D
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