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IMPORTANT: Our store is located in Canada. All orders that include products manufactured outside of Canada or USA will be subject to tariffs and duties, regardless of the order value. US customers are responsible for all applicable duties and tariffs, and those will be billed by the carrier, except for the Lacerta upgrade kit, for which we collect them at checkout.
IMPORTANT: Our store is located in Canada. All orders that include products manufactured outside of Canada or USA will be subject to tariffs and duties, regardless of the order value. US customers are responsible for all applicable duties and tariffs, and those will be billed by the carrier, except for the Lacerta upgrade kit, for which we collect them at checkout.

Finder Scopes

A main telescope at 100x shows about half a degree of sky. Finding anything with that alone is slow and frustrating, which is why every serious observing session starts at the finder. David Astro carries finder scopes in Canada — magnifying optical finders, right-angle designs and correct-image models — in Canadian inventory and shipped domestically.

The best finder depends on your telescope's geometry and whether you navigate by star hopping or by GoTo. Tell us both and we will recommend accordingly.

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Askar Multi-Connection Finder Plate 150

ASK-MCP150
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Designed specifically for the Askar FRA600/5.6 Astrograph Provides a standard Vixen-style dovetail connection point Compatible with various Askar ...

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Askar Multi-Connection Finder Plate 90

ASK-ASKARMCP90
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Designed for a seamless fit with the Askar FRA400/5.6 Astrograph Accepts any accessory with a standard Vixen-style dovetail foot Provides a secure...

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Baader Log-Pot Illuminator for MicroGuide and older Baader Finders

BAA-2404305

Variable brightness illuminator Logarithmic potentiometer for fine control at low brightness Designed for Baader MicroGuide eyepieces Compatible w...

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Baader Multipurpose Finder Bracket MQR III 7x50 (max 62mm)

BAA-2457020

CNC Milled Construction for Rigidity Quick-Release Dovetail for Repeatable Alignment Modular Design Adapts to Finderscopes or Red-Dot Sights Fits ...

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Baader Multipurpose Finder Bracket MQR IV 7x50 (max 72mm)

BAA-2457030

Accommodates finder scopes up to 72mm in diameter CNC-milled quick-release dovetail for precise return-to-zero alignment Modular design allows for...

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Baader Planetarium Sky Surfer III – Adapter for large telescopes made of ABS
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Baader Planetarium Sky Surfer III – Adapter for large telescopes made of ABS

BAA-2957304

Securely mounts the Baader Sky Surfer III finder Designed for use on large telescope optical tubes Constructed from durable, lightweight ABS plast...

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Baader Planetarium Sky Surfer III – Flat base adapter made of ABS
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Baader Planetarium Sky Surfer III – Flat base adapter made of ABS

BAA-2957302

Adapts Sky Surfer III for flat-surface mounting Enables use on square tube telescopes and mounting rings Constructed from durable, lightweight ABS...

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Baader Planetarium Universal Red Dot Mount RDM
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Baader Planetarium Universal Red Dot Mount RDM

BAA-2457010

Adapts 11mm Weaver-rail finders to standard Vixen/Synta-style finder shoes 70mm riser height for comfortable head positioning Durable all-metal co...

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Baader Sky Surfer III Adapter for Binoculars

BAA-2957305
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Adapts Baader Sky Surfer III to Binoculars Mounts to Standard 1/4"-20 Tripod Sockets Enables Intuitive "Both-Eyes-Open" Targeting Ideal for High-M...

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Baader Sky Surfer III Adapter for Spotting Scopes

BAA-2957306

Adapts Baader Sky Surfer III to Spotting Scopes Enables Fast, Intuitive Target Acquisition Ideal for Terrestrial and Astronomical Use ...

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Baader Sky Surfer III 30mm Red Dot Finder

BAA-2957300
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Zero-Magnification Red Dot Finder High-Transmission Anti-Reflection Coatings Dual-Use Housing for Solar Alignment Universal Mounting System Compat...

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Baader Sky Surfer V (Night & Day Design) Red-Dot-Finder

BAA-2957315
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Dual-mode Night & Day Red Dot Finder Safe, zero-magnification solar finder via pinhole projection 11 brightness settings with night-vision-fri...

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Baader Standard Dovetail Finder Base

BAA-2457000
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Machined from a solid block of aluminum for zero flexure Sinusoidal base provides two linear contact points for stability Universal design fits a ...

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Baader Universal Red Dot Mount incl. Standard Finder Base

BAA-2457011

Mounts red dot finders with Weaver standard rails Fits most standard finder shoes from Celestron, Sky-Watcher, Vixen, and Bresser Elevated design ...

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Baader Vario-Finder Erect Image Finder Scope

Options available

Erect-image optical design for intuitive aiming Functions as a high-quality, straight-through finderscope Accepts standard eyepieces for variable ...

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Celestron Illuminated Right Angle Correct Image Finderscope

CEL-93781

50mm Aperture 9x Magnification 5° Apparent Field of View Right-Angle Correct-Image (RACI) Design Illuminated Double-Crosshair Reticle Descripti...

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Celestron StarPointer™ Finderscope

CEL-51630
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1x magnification for a correct, wide-field view of the sky 23mm lens with a projected red dot for intuitive pointing Includes 4 distinct mounting ...

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Celestron StarPointer™ Pro

CEL-51635
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Designed by astronomers with a dual-circle LED reticle Large 40mm optical window provides a wide field of view Includes four distinct mounting bra...

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David Astro 9x50mm Right-Angle Correct Image Finder Scope

DAV-FIND-9x50-90

The 9x50mm Right-Angle Correct Image Finder Scope is an invaluable tool for astronomers, designed to make locating celestial objects easier and mo...

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David Astro Finder Base

DAV-FS-SHOE

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David Astro Replacement O-Ring for Sky-Watcher 9x50 Finders

DAV-ORING-52-1.5
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This replacement rubber O-ring fits the Sky-Watcher 9x50 finder scopes and holds the finder securely in its mounting bracket. Over time, the origi...

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David Astro Triple Finder Base

DAV-TRIPLE-SHOE
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Explore Scientific 50mm Finder Scope Rings - Standard Height

ES-FNDRRGSSTD

Designed for 50mm finder scopes Standard height profile at 93mm Lightweight at only 3.9oz (110.6g) Three-point adjustment thumbscrews for precise ...

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Explore Scientific 50mm Finder Scope Rings - Tall

ES-FNDRRGSTALL

Designed for 50mm Finderscopes Tall Profile for Comfortable Viewing Angles Quick-Release Dovetail Bracket Multi-Point Adjustment Rings Large, Glov...

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Finder Types and Their Trade-offs

Every finder is a compromise between field of view, magnification, image orientation and how comfortable it is to look through when the telescope points overhead.

  • Straight-through finders: Simple and light, showing an inverted image. Awkward to use when the telescope points near zenith, which is where the best targets are.
  • Right-angle finders: A diagonal makes overhead viewing comfortable. Standard versions mirror-reverse the image, which complicates chart comparison.
  • Correct-image finders: Present a right-way-up, right-way-round view matching printed charts, which makes star hopping considerably easier for beginners.
  • Aperture and true field: A 50 mm finder shows fainter stars than a 30 mm and helps enormously under light-polluted skies where fewer guide stars are visible.
  • Reflex sights: No magnification, projecting a red dot or circles onto the sky. Excellent for initial acquisition, and often paired with a magnifying finder.
  • Brackets and bases: Mounting standards vary between manufacturers, and the bracket must match both the finder and the telescope's shoe.

Why Choose David Astro for Finder Scopes

The finder is the part of a telescope beginners struggle with most, and a good one removes most of that struggle.

  • Bracket compatibility confirmed: Finder shoes are not standardized. We check that the finder, bracket and telescope shoe all match before shipping.
  • Two-stage acquisition recommended: For most telescopes we suggest a reflex sight for rough aiming plus a magnifying finder for the final step, which is faster than either alone.
  • Sized for your sky: Under city skies a larger finder aperture matters, because a 30 mm finder may show no stars at all to hop between.
  • Authorized dealer: Genuine products with manufacturer warranty, in Canadian stock.
  • Ships from Canada: No duties or brokerage fees for Canadian orders.

Finder Scopes in Canada — Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a finder if I have GoTo?
Yes, for the alignment procedure itself, which requires centring stars accurately. A finder also lets you verify the mount actually pointed where it claimed.
Right-angle or straight-through?
Right-angle for comfort, especially with a refractor or Cassegrain pointed high. Straight-through is more intuitive to aim but becomes physically awkward near zenith.
Is a correct-image finder worth it?
For star hopping with printed or app-based charts, considerably. Mentally reversing a mirrored view while navigating in the dark is a real barrier for many new observers.
Will a finder from another brand fit my telescope?
Only if the bracket matches your telescope's shoe. Tell us both and we will confirm, or supply an adapter base where one exists.

Struggling to find targets?

Tell us your telescope and your sky and we will recommend a finder setup. Canadian stock, no surprise duties.