Red dot finder for standard finder shoe

[Mr Spock]

Is there a red dot finder that will fit a standard finder shoe? I don't want a large or 'sticky' one (like my Telrad). Just a small one which can interchange with a normal finder.

Thanks.

[apaulo]

i use the baader skysurfer 111  fits normal shoe fine.  

[Priesters]

I’ve just received one of these. Not used it yet but feels very well made.

https://www.365astronomy.com/365Astronomy-Deluxe-Multi-Reticle-Red-Dot-Finderscope-Metal-Body-RED-GREEN-LED-wide-base?search=Red dot

[Cosmic Geoff]

A number of these red dot finders come with a set of alternative mounting parts, including one to fit in a Synta shoe.

I have the Baader Sky Surfer III which works well, seems well made, and (unlike others I have tried) has not gone wrong yet.

[Louis D]

I bought one of these for my daughter's scope, and it seems to work fine.  A bit bright with a slightly opaque window, but it gets the job done.

[Mr Spock]

Thanks all. I’m having a look at all these. I quite like the Baader - plus FLO have them in stock. 

[mikeDnight]

I know its rediculously expensive and it would need a shoe adapter, but the TV Starbeam won my heart years ago. I didn't think it would, but the flip mirror on the Starbeam is a wonderful thing, as it allows you to see the red dot in the centre of a wide star field near the zenith without straining. 

[jock1958]

Been looking for a lightweight red dot and optical finder combination for my Tak FS-60.
Until I come up with something better I’ve got a Baader Skysurfer III integrated with a Tak finder and ADM style quick release bracket.

The Skysurfer comes with a number of different (plastic) brackets which will fit a standard shoe.
I was also looking at a Lacerta RDF but the SS III was cheaper.

Edited December 24, 2021 by jock1958

[jock1958]

1 hour ago, mikeDnight said:

I know its rediculously expensive and it would need a shoe adapter, but the TV Starbeam won my heart years ago. I didn't think it would, but the flip mirror on the Starbeam is a wonderful thing, as it allows you to see the red dot in the centre of a wide star field near the zenith without straining. 

Just googled that now and your right Mike it’s expensive but very intriguing especially with that flip mirror. For that sort of money I image it’s top quality and made to last 🤔

[Mr Spock]

Somewhat overpriced for an RDF...