Astronomy Supplies and Vendors

Finding the right equipment for the astronomy hobby can be difficult if you don't know where to look. Many smaller towns and cities do not stock or sell astronomy supplies. While some hobby stores may carry entry level telescopes, those seeking more advanced equipment must look elsewhere. This page contains links to sites that provide astronomy supplies and services useful to the astronomy hobbyist. These links are provided as an informational service only. Sea and Sky does not necessarily endorse these products and services. If you know of any other sites that should be added to this list, can can contact us by email.

• Astromart
  Resource for astronomy product classifieds and auctions.

• Khan Scope Centre
  Supplier of new and used astronomical telescopes, accessories and binoculars.

• Oceanside Photo and Telescope
  Supplier of telescopes, binoculars, microscopes, night vision equipment, cameras, and darkroom supplies

• Orion Telescope & Binocular Center
  America's #1 discount catalog of telescopes, binoculars, and optical accessories.

• The Science Fair
  Online resource for science supplies, telescopes, microscopes, chemicals and more.

• Telescope Warehouse
  Online resource for used astronomy equipment.

• Celestron International
  Manufacturer of high quality telescopes, binoculars, and other optical instruments.

• Daystar Solar Filters
  Maker of high quality hydrogen alpha solar filters for a number of telescope models and manufacturers.

• Meade Instruments Corporation
  Manufacturer astronomical telescopes, CCD cameras, spotting scopes, binoculars, microscopes, eyepieces, telescope accessories, and astronomical software.

• Observa-Dome Laboratories, Inc
  World's leading manufacturer of Observatory Domes, Missile Tracking, and Laser Ranging Shelters.

• Obsession Telescopes
  Maker of large aperture Dobsonian telescopes for observers that want the best.

• Parallax Instruments
  Manufacturer of precision Newtonian and Classical Cassegrain astronomical telescopes, German equatorial mountings, tripods, and custom portable or permanent observatory welded steel piers.

• Protostar Astronomy Products
  Maker of a high quality line of diagonal mount assemblies and secondary mirrors for use in small, medium, and large amateur telescopes.

• SBIG Astronomical Instruments
  Manufacturer of high quality Cooled CCD Cameras for Astronomy as well as camera and image processing software.

• Software Bisque
  Makers of astronomy hardware and software for CCD astronomy, computer controlled telescopes, and remotely operated telescopes.

• Starmaster Portable Telescopes
  Manufacturer of 12.5" Through 20" Conventional Truss Mounted Dobsonian Telescopes.

• Tele Vue Optics
  Maker of quality telescopes, eyepieces, accessories and more.

• TL Systems
  Manufacturer of binocular viewers & equatorial platforms for astronomy and telescope enthusiasts.

• True Technology Ltd
  Maker of flip-mirror finders, filter units and high quality interference filters.