Source for lost lens caps sought

[Roger Fairhurst]

Not sure if this is the right forum because the problem can apply to bins, scopes and eyepieces alike.

Many of us have been unfortunate enough to lose/misplace eypiece-, lens- or even scope caps so what then?

Does anyone know of a source for replacements other than trying the original equipment manufacturer?

I would have thought that at the very least somebody somewhere stocks replacement 1 1/4" EP end caps?

It isn't always just a case of replacing a missing cap - I have a pair of old bins (50mm objective) where although both caps are still around, one of them is so worn that it falls off as soon as I look at it! It would be nice to treat the bins to a new set of caps so where do I look? The original supplier was Dixons I believe but caps for a 60 year old set of bins is unlikely to be held in stock by Dixons especially as it's possible that they were made in Korea.

Any tips gratefully received.

Kind regards

Roger

[ronin]

Eyepiece end caps can I think be bought from TS, most useful to you.

Binocular ones will I think mean a vist to a decent camera/binocular shop. Reasonably sure I have seen them for sale in such places over here. Fortunately 2 good camera shops in Cambridge that do things like these.

TS Caps

TS list end caps under the section for Cases.

[sungazer]

Hi all,Some various plastic pot lids do make good caps, my 10x40 Zeiss binocs have Marmite caps with a small hole and a piece of cord to keep them from getting lost. Give a look in the larder !!! Good luck,John.

[cotterless45]

Plastic milk carton lids fit 1.25" eyepieces.

I keep any other likely looking lids from granule gravy boxes, cocoa and other things. Some of these fit objectives or not,

nick.

[coulthamst]

Milk container tops will fit the rubber surround of many eyepieces. For worn caps, parcel or electricians tape can often be a solution.