If it really bothers you you can buy a bunch of caps. You'll likely need them for other stuff later ;) https://www.amazon.com/Telescope-Eyepieces-Barlow-Other-Accessories/dp/B013SD5T24/ref=sr\_1\_7?crid=2QA14I5GG5DTF&keywords=1.25+inch+cap&qid=1640236539&sprefix=1.25+inch+cap%2Caps%2C108&sr=8-7