{"product_id":"svbony-sv179-red-dot-finder-dovetail-base","title":"SVBONY SV179 Red Dot Finder with Dovetail Base","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/kv_20251017103610_2263.jpg?v=1791670531\" alt=\"SVBONY SV179 dovetail red dot finder key visual\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SVBONY SV179 dovetail is a red dot finder on a dovetail base (item W9139B) that slides into a standard finder shoe. It projects an LED dot onto a non-magnifying window, so you aim the main telescope by placing the dot on your target with both eyes open. Brightness is variable from a side rotary control that also switches it on, and the sight adjusts up\/down and left\/right. It weighs 70.0 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/w9139b-1_20251017103617_0137.jpg?v=1791670531\" alt=\"SVBONY SV179 dovetail red dot finder overview\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if your telescope has a dovetail finder shoe, as on Celestron 80EQ, 80DX, 90DX, SE, SLT and Omni series scopes, and you want a replacement or a quick-aim finder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed dot sight:\u003c\/strong\u003e fast, precise aiming at celestial or terrestrial targets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable brightness:\u003c\/strong\u003e suits dark skies and brighter conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide field of view:\u003c\/strong\u003e unmagnified, so targets are easy to find and follow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDovetail base:\u003c\/strong\u003e slides into compatible finder shoes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight, durable construction.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/w9139b-2_20251017103701_9110.jpg?v=1791670531\" alt=\"SVBONY SV179 dovetail red dot finder feature panel\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/w9139b-3_20251017103711_1921.jpg?v=1791670531\" alt=\"SVBONY SV179 dovetail red dot finder brightness control\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/w9139b-4_20251017103719_6599.jpg?v=1791670531\" alt=\"SVBONY SV179 dovetail red dot finder adjustment\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTarget acquisition\u003c\/strong\u003e for the Moon, planets and bright stars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlignment star selection\u003c\/strong\u003e for computerised mounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDaytime terrestrial aiming.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/w9139b-5_20251017103726_9270.jpg?v=1791670531\" alt=\"SVBONY SV179 dovetail red dot finder in use\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/w9139b-6_20251017103732_9393.jpg?v=1791670532\" alt=\"SVBONY SV179 dovetail red dot finder on a telescope\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/w9139b-7_20251017103739_7040.jpg?v=1791670531\" alt=\"SVBONY SV179 dovetail red dot finder sighting window\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits:\u003c\/strong\u003e SVBONY lists Celestron 80EQ, 80DX, 90DX, SE, SLT and Omni series telescopes, among others with a matching finder shoe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-hole version:\u003c\/strong\u003e for telescopes with a two-hole finder mount, SVBONY makes the SV179 with a two-hole base as a separate item.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/w9139b-8_20251017103745_2351.jpg?v=1791670531\" alt=\"SVBONY SV179 dovetail base detail\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/w9139b-9_20251017103752_1335.jpg?v=1791670531\" alt=\"SVBONY SV179 dovetail base fitting a finder shoe\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/w9139b-10_20251017103758_2361.jpg?v=1791670531\" alt=\"SVBONY SV179 dovetail red dot finder dimensions\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/w9139b-11_20251017103804_0385.jpg?v=1791670531\" alt=\"SVBONY SV179 dovetail red dot finder detail panel\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst use:\u003c\/strong\u003e pull out the clear plastic battery-isolation sheet before switching on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase type:\u003c\/strong\u003e the dovetail suits telescopes with a finder shoe; if you are unsure which base your telescope takes, send us the model and we will confirm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Slide the base into the finder shoe and tighten the shoe screw, then in daylight centre a distant object in the telescope and adjust until the dot sits on it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is brightness set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith the rotary control on the side, which also turns the finder on and off.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it magnify?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It is a 1x reflex sight with a red aiming dot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn short: a 70 g dovetail-base red dot finder with variable brightness for quick, unmagnified aiming on Celestron-style finder shoes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SvBony","offers":[{"title":"Dovetail Base Type","offer_id":67722319331439,"sku":"W9139B","price":19.48,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/1_20251017103814_4891_20260810152117_2556.webp?v=1791670531","url":"https:\/\/ontariotelescope.com\/products\/svbony-sv179-red-dot-finder-dovetail-base","provider":"Ontario Telescope and 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