Reviews - Celestron Star Pointer Finderscope 51630 Reviews - CI-TA-51630

Author: Chris (verified customer) from Glenwood, IA on Oct 31, 2010
Would recommend:  yes

Chris wrote:

I wanted to replace the original finding scope with a light pointer system. This pointer scope mounted to existing holes in the C90 telescope. User must be careful to position the eye directly behind the spotting viewer so as not to get a distorted viewing angle.

Author: flymanwms (verified customer) , New to astronomy with computer skills., from Starkville, MS on Jul 25, 2007
Pros:  Does exactly what it was designed to do
Cons:  Mounting required a drill and two screws not included
Would recommend:  yes

flymanwms wrote:

This unit was one of the best accessories I've purchased for my spotting scope! "Sighting in" the unit was quick and simple. Once sighted in, any visible object was quickly placed in the field of view of my eyepieces! Aiming the scope between the stars became a lot easier too because the red dot is always illuminated, so there's no guesswork like with a refractor finder scope. Mounting the unit took a little work but it was well worth the time and effort. If you're "point & shoot" observing, then this is a must have!