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Refractor Objective Lens Brush

Started by danno_007, 08/03/2006 02:14AM
Posted 08/03/2006 02:14AM Opening Post
My searches have left me saying "is that all there is?" in terms of good quality objective lens brushes.

A little thinking outside the box lead me to this...

http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P102923&shouldPaginate=true&categoryId=S4906

Comments on suitability for removing dust from a TEC140 or similar size lense?



Posted 08/03/2006 02:43AM #1
I have heard others talk of using a make-up brush with good results. I bought a nice brush at an artist supply that was very soft and long hairs that works well too.

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Posted 08/03/2006 09:03AM #2
Leave the dust alone or blow it away with a rubber blower.

Dmitri
Posted 08/03/2006 12:53PM #3
Hi Danny
I've been using a simular makeup brush from IIRC a Channell makup brush kit. It has a black handle and dark brown to black hair. I rinse it when I think it needs it and give it a bath with a drop of Dawn dish soap and a lot of water then shake and let dry. I do use a bulb first to blow anything loose then the brush. I've been very happy with it and using it on my refractor and reflector scopes. Check out a good dept. store with a lot of makeup counters and you should be able to find makeup brushes.
Hope this helps
Buck
Posted 08/03/2006 05:52PM #4
I made a trip to the local drugstore. The cosmetician was very helpful. She swiped my arm with the brush just to show me how soft it was....

I almost bought the whole stock.....


I ended up with a goat "chin" hair powder brush for $20.