Last Minute Stocking Stuffers

Apertura Ember LED Headlamp -

The Apertua Ember Headlamp is designed to make imaging or observation sessions easier. Give the amateur astronomer in your life the gift of preserving their night vision! The Ember Headlamp was designed by amateur astronomers for amateur astronomers, and it only emits red LED light, preventing any accidental changes to a white light mode. It also comes with four different brightness levels: “Dark Site,” “Star Chart,” “Backyard,” and “Setup,” making it an incredibly versatile accessory that will suit every session environment! Complete with a high-quality elastic headband with adjustable straps, this helpful accessory is the ideal companion to help streamline setup at night!

Apertura Cleaning Kit -

Get ready for the ultimate cleaning solution from Apertura! Every astronomer knows the importance of clean optics for optimal performance. It is also important to have a cleaning kit that gets the job done while being gentle enough to not scratch lenses or optical coatings. This is where the Apertura Cleaning Kit comes in. This kit is complete with four packaged microfiber cleaning cloths, four anti-bacterial screen cleaning wet wipes, two lens paper packets, a lens cleaning solution, a sensor cleaning solution, five sensor cleaning swabs, a rubber air blower, a lens cleaning pen, and a carry case to keep it all organized. This gift is sure to please any astro-imager or observers looking to protect their optics and keep their performance optimized.

Apertura Lens Pen -

Looking for a handy, yet simple, cleaning tool that would fit perfectly in a stocking? The Apertura Lens Pen Optics cleaning tool is available separately from the above kit. This lens pen is the perfect way to complete a quick cleaning job on smaller optics. The brush is retractable and includes a cap to preserve the quality and cleanliness of the brush. On the other end is a feature that will help you gently remove any remaining smudges on the lenses. This lens pen provides a low impact cleaning solution that will preserve performance and be gentle on any astronomer’s optics!

Apertura Bulb Blower -

The Apertura Air Blower for Lens Cleaning is another helpful cleaning tool that is available separately from the Apertura Cleaning Kit, and this single accessory would be an excellent addition to any astronomer’s stocking. Though simple in design, this cleaning device is extremely helpful in gently removing loose debris from telescope and camera lenses. Not only is it very easy to use, but the Apertura air blower is non-toxic and environmentally friendly!

Apertura Smart Phone Adapter -

Have someone in your life that is looking for a gateway into astrophotography? The Apertura Smart Phone Adapter is a great way to turn an observation into a quick astrophotography session! Simple to attach to 1.25” eyepieces and intuitive to use, this gift would be an excellent way for you to help your loved ones capture their views of the night sky in an image they can take with them wherever they go! This adapter is designed to work with all smartphone devices, making it a versatile and fun way to capture images to share with friends, family, and on social media!

Apertura 2x 1.25" Barlow -

Apertura 2x 2" Barlow -

Looking for an affordable way to extend the reach of a telescope? The Apertura 2x Barlow is a great gift for visual astronomers who want to double the magnification of their views and explore the rich details of numerous celestial objects! This simple eyepiece accessory comes in two sizes, 1.25” or 2”, and sports fully multicoated optics with blackened internal edges, meaning it will provide clear high contrast views! Nearly every telescope includes either a 1.25” or 2” eyepiece, making a Barlow a versatile gift for every amateur astronomer!

Apertura 1.25" Moon & Skyglow Filter -

Apertura 2" Moon & Skyglow Filter -

Exploring the rich details of the lunar surface is a great way to learn more about our closest cosmic companion! But the Moon can be exceptionally bright, making it difficult to enjoy those beautiful views. With an Apertura Moon & Skyglow filter, viewing the lunar surface is easy, even during a full Moon. This simple visual filter comes in two sizes, 1.25” or 2”, and easily attaches to the end of a telescope eyepiece, making it a wonderful gift for those who want to take their lunar viewing to the new heights!

Apertura 1.25" Light Pollution Filter -

Apertura 2" Light Pollution Filter -

For those exploring the universe under light polluted skies, an Apertura Light Pollution Filter is a gift that will keep on giving! This gentle visual filter comes in two sizes, 1.25” or 2”, and works to block out intruding light from surrounding sources, letting in only the vibrant light from the many beautiful celestial sights our universe has to offer. Just thread it on to the end of any 1.25" or 2” eyepiece, and begin pulling more detail out of faint nebulae that might otherwise be hidden by light pollution, It's that easy!

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