Feathertouch Question

Since folks are talking about the Feathertouch focuser......

I have an old version, and the 1.25" adapter is held in by the same screw that serves to clamp the eyepiece in the adapter. Because of this there is only one correct orientation for the adapter, and positioning is aided by a small screw head that protrudes past the outside of the holder and fits a small depression in the focuser.

The works well and is little trouble in warm weather, but is disagreeable on those colder nights when gloves are required. At any rate, I just wondered if the current Feathertouch focusers have the same arrangement with the adapter.

Clear skies, Alan

Richard,

Thanks. That does indeed look like it would be a help in cooler weather.

Clear skies, Alan

I have a prototype of the new Mark V version of the Feathertouch. It has compression holders on both the 2" and 1-1/4" holders. The set screw (which clamps the compression ring) on the 1-1/4" adapter fits through a notch in the 2" holder. This means that the 1-1/4" adapter must be aligned with the notch when inserting, but it is trivial to do and not weather dependent.

I must say that the Feathertouch is definitely worth the price. It is an absolute dream to use. It was more than I expected. The fact that you can spin the fine focuser knob (10:1 reduction) with a single finger is impressive.