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FOR THE DISCERNING ASTRONOMER WHO APPRECIATES HANDMADE REFRACTORS
Telescope models and pricing.
Please contact us directly for upto date pricing and custom options
Please contact us directly for upto date pricing and custom options
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Introducing the all new BIG MAK {maksutov prototype} and f11 Rocket 102 refractor.
I will update information soon, but wanted to get the images up. In essense the Mak is a prototype 150mm f18 with cooling holes and ring. The mirror is Hiluxed and focusing is perfect with a simple Moonraker built mirror focuser and then a 2" duel speed crayford focuser for ease of use and no mirror slop.
Works with Bino viewers without barlow as all as all cyclops EP's. Total with all up with diagonal, rings losmandy plate and finder is 10kg
Drop me a line if you have a project in mind.......
The Moonraker Rocket is an f11 102 achro, with sliding dewshield and custom Moonlite focuser. Perfect collimation is achieved via the focuser. This simple and elegant refractor runs out at $1,750.00 (£1,070.00 UK + VAT including rings and finder + Delivery to the USA etc. Available in any colour at no extra charge.
Hope you like them.
Works with Bino viewers without barlow as all as all cyclops EP's. Total with all up with diagonal, rings losmandy plate and finder is 10kg
Drop me a line if you have a project in mind.......
The Moonraker Rocket is an f11 102 achro, with sliding dewshield and custom Moonlite focuser. Perfect collimation is achieved via the focuser. This simple and elegant refractor runs out at $1,750.00 (£1,070.00 UK + VAT including rings and finder + Delivery to the USA etc. Available in any colour at no extra charge.
Hope you like them.
Moonraker, we seek to innovate and never emulate....
Dark Matter. 102 f7 Triplet. "The shape of things to come"............. Images below.
Utilizing the highest quality, UK designed, hand finished optics with an Interferometry test report his scope is now available.
Here it is, a few images of the New triplet f7 102 "Dark Matter". Info below..........
Available from Moonaker Telescopes as well as,
Altair Astro http://www.altairastro.com/product.php?productid=16746
And from Highpoint Scientific in the USA. http://www.highpointscientific.com
These are one-off custom telescopes, built to order around the world famous Altair 102, 115 and 130mm Super APO lens cell.
This DARK MATTER telescope is not only a thing of beauty, it's a fully featured functional Super ED APO Triplet refractor, delivering razor sharp images with eyepiece or camera. An optical test report is included on all f7 models.
Each telescope is turned from top quaility billet aluminium on a large lathe, by London craftsman Mark Turner (who we feel has a bit of an eye for retro/SIFI punk) and then polished and wax sealed. Powder coated options are available.
Different finishes are available, in fact any finish you want, not to mention any colour.
Each refractor is unique and hand made.
Unit cost for the 102 f7 main OTA
Baffled & Flocked
Fully rotatable 2.5 focuser, R&P or Crayford ...your choice
Tube rings, vixen bar and carry handle
Dew shield cap and focuser plug
Fully collimateable lens cell.
102 f7 triplet FPL3 lens with strehl certificate
Optional additions
30-50mm Finderscope
50mm or 60mm finder/guide scope optional with rings
I.D. tag on the underside with serial number all hand stamped
limited edition run of 10 per batch. now on number 13
weight 20lb approx
Polished finish or powder coated your choice
Here it is, a few images of the New triplet f7 102 "Dark Matter". Info below..........
Available from Moonaker Telescopes as well as,
Altair Astro http://www.altairastro.com/product.php?productid=16746
And from Highpoint Scientific in the USA. http://www.highpointscientific.com
These are one-off custom telescopes, built to order around the world famous Altair 102, 115 and 130mm Super APO lens cell.
This DARK MATTER telescope is not only a thing of beauty, it's a fully featured functional Super ED APO Triplet refractor, delivering razor sharp images with eyepiece or camera. An optical test report is included on all f7 models.
Each telescope is turned from top quaility billet aluminium on a large lathe, by London craftsman Mark Turner (who we feel has a bit of an eye for retro/SIFI punk) and then polished and wax sealed. Powder coated options are available.
Different finishes are available, in fact any finish you want, not to mention any colour.
Each refractor is unique and hand made.
Unit cost for the 102 f7 main OTA
Baffled & Flocked
Fully rotatable 2.5 focuser, R&P or Crayford ...your choice
Tube rings, vixen bar and carry handle
Dew shield cap and focuser plug
Fully collimateable lens cell.
102 f7 triplet FPL3 lens with strehl certificate
Optional additions
30-50mm Finderscope
50mm or 60mm finder/guide scope optional with rings
I.D. tag on the underside with serial number all hand stamped
limited edition run of 10 per batch. now on number 13
weight 20lb approx
Polished finish or powder coated your choice
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Dark Matter 102 f7 doublet. Images below.
This one I can say a few words about as the images of the proto-type have appeared on my blog and on CN.
Utilising the highest quality, Extra-Low Dispersion optics with an Interferometry test report, each one comes with a unique serial number. This scope, which is fully collimateable, is now available
Only ten are being produced in the first run. Sold out and on second run of 10} They are similar to, but not the same as the Dark Matter proto-type 80ed {see image below} which has received resounding compliments, not only for it's unique "Space Opera" appearance, but for its robust design and functionality. We are all unique, as is each and every Moonraker refractor.
There are significant design changes such as adjustable "Aero Rings" unique to Moonraker. The telescope will be available as a straight OTA or with the optional guide and finder as well as mountings for vixen or Losmandy. As with all Moonraker refractors you have a choice of polished or powder coated finishes. Focusers are custom finished and available in either Crayford or rack and pinion. Focusers are either Moonlite or Long Perng. Moonraker was the first telescope maker to match the focuser to the polished tube, which is what contributes to their unique style. If you have another focuser preference then please let us know.
The proto-type can be seen in two magazines out in Jan and Feb of 2014.......More news when the magazines are published.
These scope's designed for visual, as well as imaging.
Each refractor is unique and hand made.
Unit cost for the 102 f7 main OTA
Baffled & Flocked
Fully rotatable 2" Moonlite focuser.
Tube rings, vixen bar and carry handle
Dew shield cap and focuser plug
Fully collimateable lens cell.
102 f7 ED doublet Semi Apo lens
Optional additions
30-50mm Finderscope
50mm or 60mm finder/guide scope optional with rings
I.D. tag on the underside with serial number all hand stamped
limited edition run of 10 per batch. now on batch two number 11.
Utilising the highest quality, Extra-Low Dispersion optics with an Interferometry test report, each one comes with a unique serial number. This scope, which is fully collimateable, is now available
Only ten are being produced in the first run. Sold out and on second run of 10} They are similar to, but not the same as the Dark Matter proto-type 80ed {see image below} which has received resounding compliments, not only for it's unique "Space Opera" appearance, but for its robust design and functionality. We are all unique, as is each and every Moonraker refractor.
There are significant design changes such as adjustable "Aero Rings" unique to Moonraker. The telescope will be available as a straight OTA or with the optional guide and finder as well as mountings for vixen or Losmandy. As with all Moonraker refractors you have a choice of polished or powder coated finishes. Focusers are custom finished and available in either Crayford or rack and pinion. Focusers are either Moonlite or Long Perng. Moonraker was the first telescope maker to match the focuser to the polished tube, which is what contributes to their unique style. If you have another focuser preference then please let us know.
The proto-type can be seen in two magazines out in Jan and Feb of 2014.......More news when the magazines are published.
These scope's designed for visual, as well as imaging.
Each refractor is unique and hand made.
Unit cost for the 102 f7 main OTA
Baffled & Flocked
Fully rotatable 2" Moonlite focuser.
Tube rings, vixen bar and carry handle
Dew shield cap and focuser plug
Fully collimateable lens cell.
102 f7 ED doublet Semi Apo lens
Optional additions
30-50mm Finderscope
50mm or 60mm finder/guide scope optional with rings
I.D. tag on the underside with serial number all hand stamped
limited edition run of 10 per batch. now on batch two number 11.
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Moonraker Terminator Class 60mm f16.7 1000mm fl
Lens. Carton, achromatic MgF2 coated air spaced doublets.
Collimateable Lens Cell.
Fully baffled and flocked.
Rotatable 1.25" Moonraker focuser. Optional Hand turned plug.
30mm x 6 finder scope.
Bespoke Tube rings and vixen bar.
Tubes from 6082T6 grade aluminium, hand polished.
Aero rings for adjustable finderscope mounting.
Long dew shield reduces the chance of the front element fogging.
Hand turned dew shield cap.
Star tested and collimated.
Each one numbered according to class. I.D plate to underside of OTA
Weight. Aluminium 3.5kg. Brass 7kg.
Counter weight system Optional extra. £150.00
Fully loaded, with hand turned dew cap and focuser plug, bespoke polished felt lined tube rings with carry handle and hand made vixen bar & now with "aero" rings for greater flexibility.
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GALAXY CLASS. 90mm f8.9 doublet. Japanese glass
Galaxy Class Refractor.
Moonraker Galaxy Class 90mm f8.9 750mm fl
The lens is a sealed MgF2 coated achromatic lens of the highest quality.
Lens cell collimateable.
Fully baffled and flocking front and rear.
Rotatable 2" Moonraker focuser with turned tube plug.
30mm x 6 finder scope.
Tubes from 6082T6 grade aluminium, hand polished.
Long flocked dew shield reduces the chance of the front element fogging.
Hand turned dew shield cap and focuser tube plug.
Fast cool down time for night viewing
Cool OTA for Solar viewing
Star tested and collimated.
2 year warranty. See terms & conditions.
A great grab and go scope with style.
Weight 5.4 kilos.
Length 600+ mm, 900+mm with dew shield.
Prices for the 90mm Galaxy Class Telescope
CAUTION. Always use correct filters on the finder {or remove the finder scope} and OTA for Solar viewing or blindness may result.
Fully loaded. Including finderscope and storks,
hand turned dew cap and focuser plug.
Bespoke tube rings, hand made vixen bar and carry handle and Aero rings.
You will notice that there are numerous variations on a theme. Your scope will be unique and your input is valued.
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NEBULA CLASS F13 100MM & F15 80 MM
100mm Carton f13 with guide/grab handle. Special edition with extra guide scope rings
Moonraker Nebula Class 80mm f15
The lens is a MgF2 coated achromatic Carton lens of the highest quality.
Lens cell collimateable.
Fully baffled and black etched inner tube with flocking to the first and rear baffle.
Rotatable 2" Moonraker focuser.on a 3.5" ota or 2" Moonlite with OTA at 4" od.
2"-1.25" eyepiece/diagonal adapter
Tubes from 6082T6 grade aluminium, hand polished and sealed.
Long flocked dew shield reduces the chance of the front element fogging.
Hand turned dew cap and focuser plug.
Fast cool down time.
Flocked Dew shield to minimise stray light.
Star tested and collimated.
Serial number and ID plate
2 year warranty. See terms & conditions.
Fully loaded. Including 30mm or 50mm finderscope and storks, hand turned dew cap and focuser plug.
Bespoke tube rings, hand made vixen bar, Aero rings and carry handle & counter balance system.
Customised versions and stripped down OTA's are available please call or email for more information
Below is a selection of images of the carton 80mm f15 telescope. New images will be up soon.
The lens is a MgF2 coated achromatic Carton lens of the highest quality.
Lens cell collimateable.
Fully baffled and black etched inner tube with flocking to the first and rear baffle.
Rotatable 2" Moonraker focuser.on a 3.5" ota or 2" Moonlite with OTA at 4" od.
2"-1.25" eyepiece/diagonal adapter
Tubes from 6082T6 grade aluminium, hand polished and sealed.
Long flocked dew shield reduces the chance of the front element fogging.
Hand turned dew cap and focuser plug.
Fast cool down time.
Flocked Dew shield to minimise stray light.
Star tested and collimated.
Serial number and ID plate
2 year warranty. See terms & conditions.
Fully loaded. Including 30mm or 50mm finderscope and storks, hand turned dew cap and focuser plug.
Bespoke tube rings, hand made vixen bar, Aero rings and carry handle & counter balance system.
Customised versions and stripped down OTA's are available please call or email for more information
Below is a selection of images of the carton 80mm f15 telescope. New images will be up soon.
Moonraker Nebula Class 100mm f13
The lens is a MgF2 coated achromatic Carton lens of the highest quality.
Lens cell collimateable.
Fully baffled and black etched inner tube with full flocking to the OTA.
Rotatable 2" Moonraker/Moonlite focuser.
2"-1.25" eyepiece/diagonal adapter
Tubes from 6082T6 grade aluminium, hand polished and sealed.
Long flocked dew shield reduces the chance of the front element fogging.
Fast cool down time.
Star tested and collimated.
Serial number and ID plate
2 year warranty. See terms & conditions.
Weight 7.5kilos {depending on specification} with dew shield.
Length. 115cm+. With Dew shield 155cm+.
Fully loaded. Including 30mm or 50mm finderscope and storks, hand turned dew cap and focuser plug.
Bespoke tube rings, hand made vixen bar, Aero rings and carry handle & counter balance system.
Customised and stripped down OTA's versions are available please call or email for more information.
Below is a selection of images of the carton 100mm f13 telescope. New images will be up soon.
The lens is a MgF2 coated achromatic Carton lens of the highest quality.
Lens cell collimateable.
Fully baffled and black etched inner tube with full flocking to the OTA.
Rotatable 2" Moonraker/Moonlite focuser.
2"-1.25" eyepiece/diagonal adapter
Tubes from 6082T6 grade aluminium, hand polished and sealed.
Long flocked dew shield reduces the chance of the front element fogging.
Fast cool down time.
Star tested and collimated.
Serial number and ID plate
2 year warranty. See terms & conditions.
Weight 7.5kilos {depending on specification} with dew shield.
Length. 115cm+. With Dew shield 155cm+.
Fully loaded. Including 30mm or 50mm finderscope and storks, hand turned dew cap and focuser plug.
Bespoke tube rings, hand made vixen bar, Aero rings and carry handle & counter balance system.
Customised and stripped down OTA's versions are available please call or email for more information.
Below is a selection of images of the carton 100mm f13 telescope. New images will be up soon.
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The new f12 104mm Nebula Refractor in Black or polished or any colour you like!
The lens is a multi coated achromatic doublet Moonraker lens..
Lens cell collimateable.
Fully baffled and black etched inner tube with flocking to the entire OTA.
Rotatable 2" focuser different options available.
2"-1.25" eyepiece/diagonal adapter
Tubes from 6082T6 grade aluminium, hand polished and sealed.
Long flocked dew shield reduces the chance of the front element fogging.
Fast cool down time in polished slower in black powder coat.
Star tested and collimated.
Serial number and ID plate
2 year warranty. See terms & conditions.
Weight 7.5kilos {depending on specification} with dew shield.
Length. 115cm+. With Dew shield 155cm+.approximate.
Fully loaded. Including 30mm or 50mm finderscope and storks, hand turned dew cap and focuser plug.
Bespoke tube rings, hand made vixen bar, Aero rings and carry handle & counter balance system.
Lens cell collimateable.
Fully baffled and black etched inner tube with flocking to the entire OTA.
Rotatable 2" focuser different options available.
2"-1.25" eyepiece/diagonal adapter
Tubes from 6082T6 grade aluminium, hand polished and sealed.
Long flocked dew shield reduces the chance of the front element fogging.
Fast cool down time in polished slower in black powder coat.
Star tested and collimated.
Serial number and ID plate
2 year warranty. See terms & conditions.
Weight 7.5kilos {depending on specification} with dew shield.
Length. 115cm+. With Dew shield 155cm+.approximate.
Fully loaded. Including 30mm or 50mm finderscope and storks, hand turned dew cap and focuser plug.
Bespoke tube rings, hand made vixen bar, Aero rings and carry handle & counter balance system.
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The new f16.5 76mm Terminator in Black or polished or any colour you like!
The lens is a mgf2 coated Japanese crown and flint vintage optic
Lens cell collimateable.
Fully baffled and black etched inner tube with flocking to entire OTA.
Rotatable 1.25" classic focuser
Tubes from 6082T6 grade aluminium, hand polished and sealed.
Long flocked dew shield reduces the chance of the front element fogging.
Fast cool down time in polished slower in black powder coat.
Star tested and collimated.
Serial number and ID plate
2 year warranty. See terms & conditions.
A true retro SiFi Gentleman's classic refractor.
Fully loaded. Including 30mm finderscope and storks, hand turned dew cap and focuser plug.
Bespoke tube rings, hand made vixen bar, Aero rings and carry handle. Counter balance system is extra.
Lens cell collimateable.
Fully baffled and black etched inner tube with flocking to entire OTA.
Rotatable 1.25" classic focuser
Tubes from 6082T6 grade aluminium, hand polished and sealed.
Long flocked dew shield reduces the chance of the front element fogging.
Fast cool down time in polished slower in black powder coat.
Star tested and collimated.
Serial number and ID plate
2 year warranty. See terms & conditions.
A true retro SiFi Gentleman's classic refractor.
Fully loaded. Including 30mm finderscope and storks, hand turned dew cap and focuser plug.
Bespoke tube rings, hand made vixen bar, Aero rings and carry handle. Counter balance system is extra.
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