Etymology

Crayford focuser

Today it means: A simplified focusing mechanism for amateur telescopes, having a smooth spring-loaded shaft which holds the focus tube against four opposing bearing surfaces, and controls its movement. Full definition →

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The story

It was initially demonstrated to the Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society.

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