saxon 909-AZ3 Refractor Telescope

The Saxon 909 AZ3 is a telescope for people who already have a great view and want to explore it in far more detail.

Across a harbour, lake or coastline, its 90mm multi-coated refractor optics can transform distant boats, buildings and headlands into subjects worth stopping to examine. In the country or mountains, ridgelines, rock formations and wildlife that are barely distinguishable with the naked eye become far more interesting through the telescope.

The supplied 45° erect-image diagonal gives you a natural, correctly orientated daytime view, while the 25mm and 10mm eyepieces provide approximately 36x and 91x magnification. Start at 36x to locate and follow your subject, then move closer when distance and atmospheric conditions allow.

The long 910mm focal length gives the Saxon a particularly crisp, controlled character. It is well suited to picking out fine detail on distant high-contrast subjects, while the AZ3 mount's slow-motion controls let you make small, precise adjustments rather than repeatedly pushing the telescope around.

And when daylight disappears, the same telescope opens up a completely different view.

The Moon becomes a landscape of craters, mountain ranges and changing shadows. Saturn's rings are clearly recognisable, Jupiter shows its four major moons and, under suitable conditions, its principal cloud belts. Bright star clusters, double stars and nebulae add still more to explore.

For someone wanting a quality terrestrial telescope that also delivers genuinely rewarding astronomy, the Saxon 909 AZ3 brings distant landscapes and the night sky together in one beautifully straightforward instrument.

Why Choose the Saxon 909 AZ3?

• 90mm multi-coated refractor optics — crisp, detailed viewing of distant terrestrial and astronomical targets.
• Excellent long-distance daytime viewing — ideal for coastlines, boats, mountains, wildlife and expansive rural views.
• 45° erect-image diagonal — provides a natural upright view for terrestrial use.
• 36x and 91x supplied — useful magnifications for both broad daytime viewing and closer inspection.
• Can I add different eyepieces or increase the magnification later?
  Yes. The Saxon 909 accepts additional 1.25" eyepieces and can also be used with a 2× Barlow to expand the available magnification range. This gives you plenty of scope to tailor the telescope towards wider views or closer lunar and planetary observing as your interests develop.
• Long 910mm focal length — particularly well suited to fine detail and lunar and planetary observing.
• Dual-axis slow-motion controls — make small, precise adjustments when following or examining distant subjects.
• Rewarding astronomy after dark — explore lunar craters, Saturn's rings, Jupiter and its moons, star clusters and bright nebulae.
• 6x30 finderscope — helps locate distant or astronomical targets.
• Fully coated Super eyepieces — supplied 25mm and 10mm eyepieces provide a useful observing range.
• 5-year Saxon warranty.

Explore the View During the Day

A telescope can completely change how you experience a view you already know.

A yacht crossing a distant harbour becomes something you can follow in detail. Buildings and landmarks on another shoreline suddenly become recognisable. Mountain faces reveal ridges and features that disappear at normal viewing distance, while birds and other wildlife can be enjoyed without needing to be close to them.

The supplied 25mm eyepiece gives approximately 36x magnification, making it an excellent starting point for most daytime viewing.

When conditions are clear, the 10mm eyepiece increases the view to around 91x for closer examination of more distant detail.

The atmosphere itself becomes increasingly important at long distances, particularly on warm days when heat shimmer or haze can soften the image. Often the best view is not simply the highest magnification, but the magnification that suits the conditions.

Then Turn to the Night Sky

The Saxon 909 becomes a very capable astronomical telescope after dark.

The Moon is especially impressive. Crater walls, mountain ranges, ridges and the moving shadows around the lunar terminator reveal a constantly changing landscape.

Saturn's distinctive rings are clearly visible, while Jupiter's four Galilean moons can be followed as they change position from night to night. The planet's main cloud belts can also become visible when conditions are good.

Bright star clusters reveal attractive groups of individual stars, while the Orion Nebula and other bright astronomical objects add still more variety.

Precise, Straightforward Control

The AZ3 mount is particularly well suited to this type of day-and-night telescope.

Move the telescope freely towards your subject, then use the horizontal and vertical slow-motion controls for fine positioning.

For daytime viewing, that can mean gently following a moving boat or precisely framing a distant landmark. At night, the same controls make it easier to keep the Moon or a planet centred as the sky moves.

There are no electronics or complicated setup procedures — just simple, accurate manual control.

FAQ's

Is the Saxon 909 AZ3 suitable for daytime viewing?

Yes. Daytime use is one of its major strengths. The supplied 45° erect-image diagonal provides a natural upright view, while the 90mm refractor optics are well suited to distant scenery, boats, mountains and wildlife.

How far can I see with the Saxon 909?

There is no fixed maximum distance. Large distant objects can be visible many kilometres away, but detail depends increasingly on atmospheric haze, heat shimmer, humidity and the size and contrast of the object itself. More magnification cannot remove distortion caused by the atmosphere between you and the subject.

Can I see Saturn and Jupiter with it?

Yes. Saturn's rings are clearly recognisable, while Jupiter shows its four major moons and can reveal its principal cloud belts under suitable conditions.

Is it difficult to use?

No. The manual AZ3 mount is very straightforward. Point the telescope towards your subject and use the slow-motion controls when you want finer positioning.

The saxon 909AZ3 Refractor Telescope features the following:

• 90mm aperture 
• 910mm focal length
• Multi-coated achromatic objective lens 
• Super eyepieces
• 45 degree erecting prism, excellent for terrestrial viewing
• 6x30 finderscope for easy location of objects
• Pre-assembled tripod for convenient and quick assembly
• Smooth rack-and-pinion 1.25" focuser 
• 65% more light gathering power than 70mm telescopes
• SLR photography is possible via T-2 adapter ring which accepts SLR camera brand specific T-Mounts (sold separately).
   

Ideal for beginner astronomers and observers.

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