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Effective today, we're retiring this account due to a lack of engagement.

However, we'd love to stay in touch! Please find us elsewhere:

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Check out this massive effort from a team of astrophotographers around the world at Deep Sky Collective! This is the result of 566 hours of data with a variety of scopes/cameras/filters!

Dedication + modern equipment = jaw-dropping results! https://t.co/gvJRvOK8fB

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Introducing the latest innovation from Askar, the SQA55 telescope!

A f/4.8 quintuplet air spaced astrograph designed to deliver exceptional clarity for all types of photography. Save $100 on pre-orders placed before August 18th!

https://t.co/IMq6ywbpFQ

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Can't get enough Rho!

This gorgeous shot of the Rho Ophiuchi cloud complex comes from @DrewJEvans in Arizona. Drew used an Askar lens paired with both color and monochrome versions of the ZWO 2600 series camera. https://t.co/F140C4SBik

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The ZWO Planetary Season Sale is here! Until 8/16, save on the Seestar S50, plus many of ZWO's cameras! You can also save on AM3 bundles which include the AM3 strain wave mount, an FF65 APO or FF80 APO refractor, tripod, plus a free pier extension. https://t.co/KMwoMQBh0N

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Check out these colors!

Astrophotographer Jonathan Hayton used a Sharpstar 61mm refractor to capture this image of Wolf-Rayet star 134 and surrounding nebulosity. 40 hours of data across multiple wavelengths helped to produce some stunning color variety! https://t.co/384MunwyxV

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Introducing the Draco 62 from Founder Optics: a fast, wide-field refractor that's versatile for both serious astrophotography and visual use.

Featuring a 300mm focal length Petzval design at a fast f/4.8, designed with imaging in mind! In stock now: https://t.co/kUHrHQdPv6

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Save $100 on the Vaonis Hestia through July 13th!

The Hestia utilizes the power of your smartphone to capture 25x zoom images, allowing you to capture high-quality photographs of the Sun, the Moon and other celestial objects. Order while supplies last: https://t.co/E1guNgrtV9

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The "Small" Magellanic Cloud isn't so small after all!

Astrophotographer Eddie Pang used 3 different telescope/camera combinations to capture this irregular dwarf galaxy sitting not too far from our own Milky Way. https://t.co/PXl58oMnzO

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@Celestron's Advanced VX mount and telescope packages are on sale! The Advanced VX line of products have many of the features found on Celestron's most sophisticated gear at an extremely affordable price. 

Save up to $600 through July 31! https://t.co/p3J0tMJBlJ

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Sky-Watcher's latest sale is live! Save up to $1255 on refractors now until the end of July.

While we do have stock of these telescopes, we can't promise they'll last long at these prices! This sale ends July 31, 2024, at 11:59 pm PT. https://t.co/T1NZvVceM8

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Introducing the new & improved ZWO AM5N! https://t.co/QwSLBbzjeD

Offering the portability and payload capacity of the AM5, with new features added!
•USB-C & DC 12v output ports on saddle
•New Bluetooth compatibility
•Periodic error reduced from ±20 down to ±10 arcseconds

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Here's one you don't see often!

Astrophotographer Adam Toder imaged this dim region referred to as the Laughing Skull Nebula, a large interstellar molecular cloud. Adam dedicated 17 hours at the Cherry Springs Star Party to capture this stunner! https://t.co/VBI0snOiBX

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From now through July 4th, you can enjoy savings of 5% off all gear from William Optics!

This is the perfect opportunity to get a new telescope for stargazing season, or upgrade your current setup! This sale ends July 4th, 2024 @ 11:59 pm PT: https://t.co/IHc7leGVcV

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Only a few days left to save on Celestron! Place your orders through June 30th for up to $200 off the NexStar telescope lineup. https://t.co/iqMZC5fEzk

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What's your favorite section of the Cygnus Loop?

Astrophotographer Jack Groves makes a strong case for the Eastern Veil Nebula with this stunner! Jack used an 8" Newtonian and the @zwoastro 2600MM camera to reveal sharp details in this massive region of nebulosity.

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Father's Day is just around the corner!

Not sure what to get the father figure in your life? Not to worry, we have great gifts ready to ship including Agena merchandise, astro headlamps, and best of all, Agena gift cards! https://t.co/sGdsyzyPpw

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@QueenCityAstro We're the first US retailer to carry them. Sorry we weren't able to get them sooner!

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WarpAstron strain wave gear mounts are available for pre-order! https://t.co/bJEpaZDeXq

The WD-17 and WD-20 are extremely portable & support payloads 3-4 times their weight without counterweights. Check out Cuiv's in-depth review: https://t.co/ThEUT1oOxA

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Looking for a cooled astro camera on a budget?

Check out the ASI585MC Pro for only $599 - well suited for both deep sky & planetary imaging! In stock & ready to ship! https://t.co/7vWtRo4Avc

Check out the full review from Agena affiliate @AstroBackyard: https://t.co/5YEGqDHAvc