It's no wonder customers heap 5-star ratings on this gentle giant. For not only does its jumbo-sized 10-inch optics and uncomplicated design bring a "new level of joy to simple observing," as raved Astronomy magazine, but it's also the most affordable quality 10" Dobsonian on the market. The SkyQuest XT10 Classic Dobsonian telescope isn't just a good bang for the buck, it's a supernova of telescope value! Our SkyQuest XT10 Classic Dobsonian gives you the deep-space thrills without the deep-pocket frills. We've kept it lean and mean to keep its price low for tight budgets. But rest assured, the XT10 Classic Dob come fully equipped for adventure, whether you're a beginning stargazer or are graduating to a more capable telescope. The XT10 features an expertly figured parabolic mirror housed... Less

It's no wonder customers heap 5-star ratings on this gentle giant. For not only does its jumbo-sized optics and uncomplicated design bring a "new level of joy to simple observing," raved Astronomy magazine, but it's also one of the most affordable quality Dobs on the market. The SkyQuest XT6 Classic isn't just good bang for the buck, it's a supernova of telescope value! The XT6 Classic gives you the deep-space thrills without the deep-pocket frills. We've kept it lean and mean to keep its price low for tight budgets. But rest assured, it comes fully equipped for adventure, whether you're a beginning stargazer or are graduating to a more capable instrument. It features an expertly figured parabolic mirror housed in an enameled steel optical tube. The tube rides on a stable Dobsonian base... Less

Ample light grasp...Check. Portable... Check. Stable mount...Check. Quick setup and take-down...Check. Easy to operate...Check. Affordable... Check.As you run through the checklist of attributes you've heard are important in a good beginner's telescope, you realize that the Orion SkyQuest XT6 Classic Dobsonian Telescope meets all the criteria - in spades. Astronomy magazine called it "an excellent entry-level Dobsonian telescope for an adult." It's a telescope that opens up limitless observing possibilities. With its big 150mm diameter parabolic primary mirror the SkyQuest XT6 Classic Dobsonian Telescope collects nearly 80% more light than a 4.5-inch reflector, rendering brighter images and greater detail in deep-sky nebulas and star clusters. And the 1200mm focal length gives the... Less

Our SkyQuest XT4.5 is a quality telescope, with point-and-view simplicity that makes it easy to use and makes stargazing fun! The optical performance is far and away better than flimsy department store models. Its 4.5" (114mm) mirror, housed in an enameled steel tube, gathers 260% more starlight than a 60mm refractor. More light means you can see a lot more celestial objects in greater detail. In a review of low-cost beginner telescopes, Sky and Telescope (12/05) proclaimed the XT4.5 "The best of the bunch - a solid combination of optics and mechanics." Try it and see for yourself! This bundle includes the crowd-pleasing Orion XT4.5 Classic Dobsonian and our Orion Beginner Barlow Kit for powerful performance! The included Beginner Barlow Kit is a great combination of accessories for... Less

Without spending a fortune you can get a telescope that will not only satisfy the kids, but the kid in you! Our SkyQuest XT4.5 is a quality telescope, with point-and-view simplicity that makes it easy to use and makes stargazing fun! The optical performance is far and away better than flimsy department store models. Its 4.5" (114mm) mirror, housed in an enameled steel tube, gathers 260% more starlight than a 60mm refractor. More light means you can see a lot more celestial objects in greater detail. In a review of low-cost beginner telescopes, Sky and Telescope (12/05) proclaimed the XT4.5 "The best of the bunch - a solid combination of optics and mechanics." Try it and see for yourself!

Orion Dobsonians have always been known for superb optical and mechanical quality, wonderful ease of use, and remarkably affordable prices. One other thing they - and almost all other Dobs on the market - have had in common: you pushed the telescope to your observing target by hand. Until now. Orion is pleased to herald another giant leap in Dobsonian evolution with the introduction of the SkyQuest XTg series of fully motor driven GoTo Dobsonians. Now, pointing a Dob to even the most elusive of NGC curiosities is as easy as pushing a button or two on the XTg Dobsonians' illuminated hand controller. High-torque servo motors guided by two pairs of high-resolution encoders then slew the telescope right to your object of interest - any of over 42,000 objects in the GoTo controller's... Less

Orion Dobsonians have always been known for superb optical and mechanical quality, wonderful ease of use, and remarkably affordable prices. One other thing they - and almost all other Dobs on the market - have had in common: you pushed the telescope to your observing target by hand. Until now. Orion is pleased to herald another giant leap in Dobsonian evolution with the introduction of the SkyQuest XTg series of fully motorized GoTo Dobsonians. Now, pointing a Dob to even the most elusive of NGC curiosities is as easy as pushing a button or two on the XTg Dobsonians' illuminated hand controller. High-torque servo motors guided by two pairs of high-resolution encoders then slew the telescope right to your object of interest - any of over 42,000 objects in the GoTo controller's database... Less

Orion's SkyQuest XT8i Intelliscope Dobsonian Computerized Telescope combines powerful 203mm-diameter reflector optics with point-and-view simplicity in a nicely portable package. With the included IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator, the amateur stargazer can pinpoint the location of 14,000+ celestial wonders stored in the IntelliScope's databank. It's like having your own personal tour guide to the universe! The optical tube houses an 8" (203mm) parabolic mirror and rides on our state-of-the-art Dobsonian base, equipped with springless CorrecTension friction control for smooth movement and always-perfect tube balance. One-year limited warranty.

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It's no wonder customers heap 5-star ratings on this gentle giant. For not only does its jumbo-sized 10-inch optics and uncomplicated design bring a "new level of joy to simple observing," as raved Astronomy magazine, but it's also the most affordable quality 10" Dobsonian on the market. The SkyQuest XT10 Classic Dobsonian telescope isn't just a good bang for the buck, it's a supernova of telescope value! Our SkyQuest XT10 Classic Dobsonian gives you the deep-space thrills without the deep-pocket frills. We've kept it lean and mean to keep its price low for tight budgets. But rest assured, the XT10 Classic Dob come fully equipped for adventure, whether you're a beginning stargazer or are graduating to a more capable telescope. The XT10 features an expertly figured parabolic mirror housed... Less

The 365 SERIES TELESCOPE COVER is designed to meet the most demanding equipment coverage needs including 24/7, 365 outside exposure. The 365 is a multi layered/dual material design that incorporates our original Solar Cover material as an inner radiant barrier coupled to an outer cover made of high count, acrylic coated woven polyester. This combination of materials produces an effective cover system capable of providing years of protection, even when used outside 24/7, 365. In fact, we warranty the 365 Covers to provide this level of protection. The inner liner radiant barrier provides radiant heat protection, effectively protecting your equipment from radiant heat build up. Additionally, as a second inner liner it provides additional protection from water penetration. The outer... Less

Explore Scientific 152mm f/4.8 Comet Hunter OTA - Universal Saddle Plate - 10-1 Dual Speed Locking Crayford Focuser - 8 x 50 Illuminated Reticle Finder - Dual Clamp Ring Cradle with Built-in Handle - Dust Covers - Deluxe Carrying Case - 2" 30mm Eyepiece - Explore Scientific 1 Year Limited Warranty (5 Years Extended Warranty After Online Registration Within 60 Days).The Explore Scientific 152mm f/4.8 is a rich field telescope (RFT), capable of showing faint objects over a wide field of view (generally two degrees or more). Explore Scientific has co-designed a Maksutov- Newtonian telescope with comet hunter and author David Levy that can help support the Sharing the Sky Foundation through the sale of this telescope. The Comet Hunter comes standard with a two-inch, 30mm focal length eyepiece... Less

Our largest reflector optimized for astro-imaging boasts 10-inch parabolic primary optics with a very fast f/3.9 focal ratio for exceptional wide-field, deep-space imaging performance. Even faint galaxies and nebulas exhibit stunning detail with limited exposure time when photographed through this large-aperture astrograph with a CCD imager or DSLR camera. You'll get incredibly bright, crisp images that will make apo refractor aficionados green with envy - and you'll have more green in your wallet thanks to this telescope's more-affordable Newtonian design. Both the 10-inch (254mm) primary and secondary mirror feature enhanced reflectivity (94%) aluminization for bright, contrast-rich images. The 82mm minor axis secondary mirror provides excellent full-field illumination with modern CCD... Less

Ample light grasp...Check. Portable... Check. Stable mount...Check. Quick setup and take-down...Check. Easy to operate...Check. Affordable... Check. As you run through the checklist of attributes you've heard are important in a good beginner's telescope, you realize that the Orion SkyQuest XT6 Classic Dobsonian Telescope meets all the criteria - in spades. Astronomy magazine called it "an excellent entry-level Dobsonian telescope for an adult." It's a telescope that opens up limitless observing possibilities. With its big 150mm diameter parabolic primary mirror the SkyQuest XT6 Classic Dobsonian Telescope collects nearly 80% more light than a 4.5-inch reflector, rendering brighter images and greater detail in deep-sky nebulas and star clusters. And the 1200mm focal length gives the... Less

Optical Design: Newtonians, Optical Diameter: 114 mm, Finderscope type: Optical, Focal Length: 910 mm, Max Useful Magnification: 269 x, Mount Type: Altazimuth

Explore Scientific Triplet Apochromatic 80mm f/6 OTA Telescope - Removable Dew Shield - Front and Rear Dust Covers - Cradle Rings with Handle - Universal Saddle Plate - 10:1 Two-Speed Focuser 2.0" I.D - 8 x 50 Erect Image, Illuminated Reticle Viewfinder w/Six Point Adjustable Bracket - 2.0" 99% Reflective, Dielectric Coated, Mirror Diagonal with 1.25" Adapter - Deluxe Heavy Duty Case - Explore Scientific 1 Year Limited Warranty (5 Years Extended Warranty After Online Registration Within 60 Days).The 80mm f/6 ED Apochromatic triplet from Explore Scientific is a great air-spaced triplet refractor telescope for observing as well as for use in photography of celestial objects. This wide field instrument utilizing Hoya ED glass, comes equipped with a 99% dielectric- coated 2-inch diagonal as... Less

The standard TeleGizmos material was originally developed for NASA as an insulator in space craft. It is very strong, light, tear and puncture resistant and is highly superior to Mylar in durability. The aluminized surface is fully coated with a layer of clear poly to protect it and keep it from staining. The benefits of the covers are numerous: Extremely durable... they'll last for years, water proof, washable, highly reflective, stopping condensation build up on scopes left outside at night, reducing scope temperature on scopes left outside in sunlight and they fold up compactly for easy storage. The covers have a shock cord draw string to secure them to your scope. Additionally, the covers come with a one year material and craftsmanship warranty. NOTE: SCT and DOB covers have a... Less

We've done our popular Orion StarBlast 4.5 Astro Beginner Telescope one better. The Orion-designed StarBlast 6 Astro Telescope takes the same compact, wide-field, user-friendly concept and expands on it, literally. The StarBlast 6 boasts fully 73% more light-gathering area than its smaller counterpart. Yet the scope is still highly portable, weighing only 23.5 lbs., and comes with the base fully assembled in the box! The StarBlast 6's 150mm (5.9") f/5.0 parabolic mirror provides ample aperture to reveal the planets and deep-sky gems in wonderful detail. Its wide field of view makes finding and tracking objects easier than with longer focal-length telescopes, which makes it a superb beginner telescope -- for all ages. It also would make a terrific grab-and-go second telescope for more... Less

The Orion XX14i turns the night sky into an endless playground of deep-space surprises for intermediate and advanced observing enthusiasts. The space- penetrating 14" (356mm) parabolic primary mirror features enhanced reflectivity (94%) aluminum coatings to deliver more light to the eye. And what do 14" optics by you in the way of extra light gathering power compared 10 12" and 10" optics? Plenty! The XX14i pulls in 36% more light than a 12" and 96% more than 10" optics, allowing you to resolve significantly fainter objects and more subtle details. Once your observing target is locked in utilizing the IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator's database of 14,000 celestial objects, the XX14i's dual-speed (11:1) 2" Crayford focuser lets you quickly bring the object into crisp, clear focus... Less

Meade 6" f/10 ACF Catadioptric OTA w/UHTC Optics - Single-Arm Fork Mount w/Dual-Axis 4.875" Worm Gears & Control Panel - Electric Slow-Motion Controls - AutoStar Hand Controller w/Digital Readout Display - 9-Speed Drive Controls - 30,223-Object Onboard Celestial Software Library - Red Dot Non-Magnifying Finder - 1.25" Diagonal Prism - Series 4000 Super Plossl 26mm Eyepiece (59x) - AutoStar Astronomer's Edtn Software Suite - Adjustable Height Field Tripod - Operating Instructions - Meade Warranty.The Meade LT 6" f/10 ACF Advanced Coma-Free Telescope provides the backyard astronomer with the latest Advanced Coma-Free optics at the lowest price ever for a state-of-the-art optical system. This Meade 6" LT-6ACF catadioptric brings the image quality of a professional observatory to your back... Less

Bushnell Telescopes Ares 5in Compact Truss Tube Dobsonian Exclusive Edition Telescope Black New. Bushnell ARES 5in Compact Truss Tube Dobsonian Exclusive Edition Telescope Black New

Meade 8 inch Schmidt- Cassegrain Telescope - Series 4000 26mm Eyepiece - 8x50 Viewfinder - 1.25" Diagonal Prism - Counterweight - Software DVD - Meade 1 Year Limited Warranty.The Meade 8" SC Schmidt- Cassegrain includes (203mm) f/10 optical tube with industry leading Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC) achieving 15% better light transmission than standard coatings, thermally stable oversized primary mirror, and water-white glass corrector plate unlike the inferior plate glass used by some other telescope manufacturers. The result is a spectacular viewing experience not available on competitors' SC telescopes.The LX80 Multi-Mount operates in three modes: German equatorial, single OTA alt-az and dual OTA alt-az. Setting up in any mode is quick and easy, while tapered roller bearings in... Less

Corresponding to the escalating "aperture fever" that has gripped amateur astronomy for several decades, an 8" diameter is now generally regarded as the minimum entry-level aperture for serious observing. The low cost, large diameter, and fast focal ratio of the 8" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian make it an ideal dedicated telescope for wide-field, deep-space observation of faint galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. The low-power dramatically captures wide swaths of sky in a single view. Galaxies and nebula appear to pop out of the heavens as bright, expansive masses of stars, gas, and dust.

Portability and serious performance come together in the Celestron� NexStar 6 SE Schmidt- Cassegrain, high-performance altazimuth computerized telescope. With a total weight of 30-lbs including the tripod, the portable 6 SE features a precision optical system with 1500mm focal length (f/10) and offers 44% more light gathering than a 5-in telescope.

FREE USA CANADA SHIPPING The standard TeleGizmos material was originally developed for NASA as an insulator in space craft. It is very strong, light, tear and puncture resistant and is highly superior to Mylar in durability.The aluminized surface is fully coated with a layer of clear poly to protect it and keep it from staining.The benefits of the covers are numerous: Extremely durable... they'll last for years, water proof, washable, highly reflective, stopping condensation build up on scopes l

This is a big, friendly horse of a telescope you can ride off into the sunset with, and then thrill to well resolved celestial views when twilight fades. The SW 10" DOB is an very satisfying telescope to own, an instrument that will provide a lifetime of continuing exploration of the heavens. This telescope will hit the sweet-spot for many amateurs, providing all the capability and value you are seeking in a large aperture telescope. Sky-Watcher's revolutionary truss-support concept allows the optical tube's front and back cells to collapse together, aligning on the truss support rods which can then be locked down for easy and secure telescope transport. This one piece, low-hassle OTA design is mechanically simple and results in a large aperture telescope that can be reasonably handled... Less

This remarkable scope combines powerful 150mm-diameter reflector optics with point-and-view simplicity in one nicely portable package. And with the included IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator, even the novice stargazer can pinpoint the location of 14,000+ celestial wonders stored in the IntelliScope's databank. It's like having your own personal tour guide to the universe! The optical tube rides on our state-of-the-art Dobsonian base, equipped with springless CorrecTension friction control for smooth movement and always-perfect tube balance. This telescope comes complete with a 1.25" rack-and-pinion focuser, two Sirius Plossl eyepieces, finder scope, eyepiece rack, nav knob, carrying handle, and snap-on dust cap.

Eyepieces 20 mm (15x), 4 mm (75x).In 1609, world-renowned Italian scientist, Galileo Galilei, introduced an elementary telescope to the growing astronomy community which sparked interest into the mysterious night sky for centuries to come. Four centuries later, in celebration of the International Year of Astronomy 2009, Celestron offers the portable FirstScope Telescope. The FirstScope pays tribute to Galileo Galilei and many of history's most notable astronomers and scientists by displaying their names around the optical tube. We honor the contributions of these men and women, who brought us one step closer to understanding the universe around us. The FirstScope is a wonderful keepsake for anyone interested in astronomy. This quality Dobsonian style telescope features a 76 mm aperture... Less

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Our SkyQuest XT4.5 is a quality telescope, with point-and-view simplicity that makes it easy to use and makes stargazing fun! The optical performance is far and away better than flimsy department store models. Its 4.5" (114mm) mirror, housed in an enameled steel tube, gathers 260% more starlight than a 60mm refractor. More light means you can see a lot more celestial objects in greater detail. In a review of low-cost beginner telescopes, Sky and Telescope (12/05) proclaimed the XT4.5 "The best of the bunch - a solid combination of optics and mechanics." Try it and see for yourself! This bundle includes the crowd-pleasing Orion XT4.5 Classic Dobsonian and our Orion Beginner Barlow Kit for powerful performance! The included Beginner Barlow Kit is a great combination of accessories for... Less