Altair Starwave ASCENT 102ED F7 Refractor Geared Focuser

The ASCENT 102mm F7 ED Doublet refractor has all the features you need for enjoyable visual observing and astro-imaging.The ASCENT will deliver both planetary and lunar views, or wide field views of deepsky objects. Genuine broadband multi-coated ED optics give sharp, high contrast views only a refractor can deliver. Colour fringing is minimised, and the moderate F7 focal ratio is ideal for deepsky astro-photography. The machined aluminium tube transmits heat to the optics, which benefits users of dew control systems. It also allows the optics to shed heat rapidly for fast cool-down to the ambient temperature - a must for best performance with any telescope.The ASCENT geared focuser is a delight to use, and the 1:10th ratio fine-focus knob is conveniently set into the larger course focus knob, making adjustment easy and intuitive for the sharpest image. The 2" pushfit adapter has 3x thumbscrews and a brass compression ring. Diagonal barrels aren't marred, accessories are firmly held an