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Overview

Artesky is an Italian company specializing in astronomy equipment, including telescopes, astrophotography accessories, binoculars, spotting scopes, camera traps, and thermal imaging cameras. It originated as a small retailer and has grown into a recognized player in the Italian and European astronomy markets.¹

History

Artesky began as a small retailer and evolved into a manufacturer and supplier of astronomy products.¹ The company is led by Luca Seveso, who discussed its development in an interview.¹ It has expanded its product range and distribution across Europe.¹⁷

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
Guidescopes (e.g., UltraGuide MKII 32mm)	Fast f/4 guide scope for astrophotography	$150 - $300
T-Rings (e.g., Low Profile T2-Nikon)	Adapters for DSLR cameras in astrophotography	$30 - $50
Parallelogram Mounts (e.g., V2)	Stable support for binoculars up to 7kg	$400 - $800
Astrophotography Accessories	Filters and optical components	$100 - $500

Manufacturing

Artesky produces astronomy tools in Italy, as indicated by its role as an Italian manufacturer and supplier.¹⁷

Notable Products

UltraGuide MKII 32mm - 32mm guidescope with 120mm focal length and f/4 aperture for medium-format guiding.
V2 Parallelogram Mount - Mount supporting binoculars up to 7kg for astronomical and terrestrial use.
Low Profile T2-Nikon Ring - 1mm low-profile adapter for Nikon reflex cameras.
Low Profile T-Ring for Canon EOS - 42mm adapter for Canon SLR/DSLR cameras.

Reputation

Artesky is viewed as a reliable supplier of quality astronomy accessories by European retailers and enthusiasts.¹⁷ Products like guidescopes and mounts receive positive mentions for stability and performance in reviews.³⁴ It holds a solid position as an Italian dealer and producer in the amateur astronomy community.¹

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