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    William Optics RedCat 61 WIFD Petzval apo refractor

    Oct 19, 2023 3 minutes

    Our experts review the latest kit

    VITAL STATS

    • Price £1,629
    • Optics Petzval design
    • Aperture 61mm
    • Focal length 300mm, f/4.9
    • Tube length 365mm
    • Focuser Dual-speed WIFD
    • Extras RedCat tube rings, Vixen dovetail bar, saddle handle bar, integrated Bahtinov mask, soft carry case, hex tools
    • Weight 2.5kg
    • Supplier The Widescreen Centre
    • Tel 01353 776199
    • www.widescreen- centre.co.uk

    William Optics specialises in producing high-quality refractors

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