{"product_id":"takahashi-6x30-finderscope-without-bracket","title":"Takahashi 6x30 Finderscope without Bracket","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 30mm, 6x finderscope locates targets outside the main telescope's narrow field so you can center them before switching to the eyepiece or imaging train. It ships as the finder body only — the mounting bracket is sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you are replacing a 6x30 finder body, building up a finder from separate parts, or need a spare for a second telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30mm objective, fixed 6x magnification:\u003c\/strong\u003e a wide actual field for star-hopping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWire crosshair reticle:\u003c\/strong\u003e for precise centering on a target.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e17mm eye relief:\u003c\/strong\u003e comfortable for eyeglass wearers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThreaded helical focus with a locking trim ring:\u003c\/strong\u003e holds focus once set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptical \/ Mechanical Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe eyepiece assembly screws in and out of the finderscope body to reach focus, and a knurled trim ring locks that setting once found. At 122.1mm focal length and f\/4.07, the finder covers an 8-degree actual field of view — wide enough to star-hop confidently before narrowing in at the eyepiece. The dark wire crosshairs sit against the sky rather than obscuring it, and the 35mm outer barrel fits standard 30mm-class finder brackets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStar-hopping to deep-sky targets, target acquisition ahead of eyepiece or imaging-train centering, and rough polar alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePairs with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/takahashi-6x30-finder-scope-bracket\"\u003eTakahashi 6x30 Finder Scope Bracket\u003c\/a\u003e, sold separately. The 35mm outer barrel fits standard 30mm-class finder brackets generally.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBracket sold separately:\u003c\/strong\u003e this listing is the finder body only.\u003c\/p\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 — it drops into a 30mm-class finder bracket, and the helical focus with its locking ring sets and holds focus without further adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat bracket does it need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Takahashi 6x30 finder bracket, sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the actual field of view?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e8 degrees, at a 122.1mm focal length and f\/4.07.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it comfortable for eyeglass wearers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — the 17mm eye relief accommodates eyeglasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 122.1mm, f\/4.07 finderscope with an 8-degree actual field and 17mm eye relief, for locating targets ahead of the main tube — pairs with the 6x30 bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54047076024431,"sku":"TAK-TKA00551","price":265.98,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/tvf6300_2_2.jpg?v=1786912833","url":"https:\/\/ontariotelescope.com\/products\/takahashi-6x30-finderscope-without-bracket","provider":"Ontario Telescope and Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}