Wanted Finder Scope

leon · #1 03-06-2006, 02:18 PM

Hi all

Would anyone out there have a Finder Scope with dovtail bracket to fit the Orion ED 80 that they may wish to sell.

Thanks Leon

acropolite (Phil) · #2 03-06-2006, 06:51 PM

Leon I bought a red dot finder from My Astro shop for my ED80, slots straight in and isn't too bulky, cost just $44 recession riddled buckazoids. If you get one make sure it comes with the correct bracket. Mine was shipped with the wrong bracket, but Steve rectified that in record time.

leon · #3 03-06-2006, 08:04 PM

Thanks Phil, I didn't think of the Red Dot version, i'll keep that in mind.

Cheers leon

Doug · #4 03-06-2006, 09:18 PM

Leon, I have a Meade finder scope 9 x 30 (I think from memory), but no dovetail or rings.
See if you can get just the dovetail and rings and get back (PM) to me if you're intersted. Ohh yeah I almost forgot................the price!!

Although it is surplus to my needs, and considering sentiments etc.....been in the family for years, spent many enjoyable nights together, etc. etc. I could let it go for say...........................the cost of postage?

best,
Doug

leon · #5 04-06-2006, 06:50 PM

Doug sent you a PM yesterday and today, how do you feel about the price.

Leon

AstroJunk (Jonathan) · #6 04-06-2006, 07:04 PM

I thought an ED80 was a finderscope

I have an vixen 8x50 right angle gathering dust. I'd go for the red-dot myself though.

Doug · #7 04-06-2006, 08:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AstroJunk

I thought an ED80 was a finderscope

Don't be rude!

BTW Leon it is an 8 x 50 not a 9 x 30 as I indicated earlier.

Cheers,
Doug

leon · #8 04-06-2006, 10:25 PM

Hey Astro,

I suppose if i had equipment like yours it would be a finder too..

Maybe one day.