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Meade LightBridge 10 in. Deluxe (600 x 254mm) Telescope

$599.00 to $600.00



It's not just a big telescope. It's a big telescope that goes anywhere. New LightBridge truss-dobs from Meade take down and set up quickly. So you can take one of these massive windows on the universe out to your favorite dark sky locations with ease. LightBridge dobs give you high quality Meade optics, premium components, and ultra portability - all for about the same price as an ordinary tube dob. So get a LightBridge truss-dob. And prepare to cross the universe.Minimize

Manufacturer:Meade Product MPNKey FeaturesMiscellaneous
MPN10050502
Optical Design   Newtonians
Optical Diameter254 mm
Finderscope   Red-Dot
Focal Length1270 mm
Max Useful Magnificationx 600
Mount Type   Altazimuth
MotorizedNo
UPC709942503036


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meade, lightbridge, 10, in., deluxe, 600, x, 254mm, telescope,

Meade ETX-80AT-TC (270 x 80mm) Telescope

$245.00 to $276.00



All of the major planets except Pluto are easily observable through Meade's brand-new 80mm (3.1) achromatic refractor telescope. You can study Saturn and its ring system; the primary cloud belts of Jupiter and its 4 major satellites; the Moonlike phases of Mercury and Venus; and much more.

Manufacturer:Meade Product MPNKey Features
MPN3052005
Optical Design   Refractor
Optical Diameter80 mm
Finderscope   Optical
Focal Length400 mm
Max Useful Magnificationx 270
Mount Type   Altazimuth
MotorizedYes


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meade, etx-80at-tc, 270, x, 80mm, telescope,

Celestron NexStar 114 SLT 31143 (270 x 144mm) Telescope

$220.00 to $399.00



The NexStar 114 SLT has over twice the light-gathering power of an 80mm telescope! And the 114 SLT, like the other models in the SLT Series, comes with a fully computerized hand control with a database of over 4,000 celestial objects! With its pre-assembled, adjustable steel tripod, the NexStar 114 SLT can be up and ready to use in a matter of minutes. Our new SkyAlign alignment technology and the included StarPointer Finderscope with a red LED makes aligning a breeze.Minimize

Manufacturer:Celestron Product MPNKey FeaturesMiscellaneous
MPNNEXSTAR114SLT
Optical Design   Refractor
Optical Diameter144 mm
Finderscope   Red-Dot
Focal Length1000 mm
Max Useful Magnificationx 270
Mount Type   Altazimuth
MotorizedYes
UPC050234311434


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celestron, nexstar, 114, slt, 31143, 270, x, 144mm, telescope,


Celestron AstroMaster 114EQ (100 x 114mm) Telescope


The AstroMaster Series produce bright, clear images of the Moon and planets. It is easy to see the moons of Jupiter and the rings of Saturn with every one of these fine instruments. For views of the brighter deep space objects like galaxies and nebulae, we recommend the larger aperture and light gathering ability of the Newtonian reflectors.Minimize


Celestron NexStar 130SLT (31145) (306 x 130mm) Telescope


Computerized hand control with 4,000-object database SkyAlign allows you to align on any 3 bright celestial objects Motorized Altazimuth mount Focal ratio: f5 Focal length: 650mm


Meade Polaris 50 AZ-P Telescope


50AZ-P 2.0"/50mm Refractor Telescope Kit, 625mm f/12.5 Achromatic Refractor, Manual Altazimuth Mount


Celestron AstroMaster 114 AZ (50 x 114mm) Telescope


Designed for the novice user, the Celestron® AstroMaster™ 114 AZ telescope features a alt-azimuth mount with a convenient pan handle with built-in clutch for easy targeting and smooth motion perfect for watching whales, spotting birds, viewing nature or checking out your favorite star or planet. The compact, portable design with ample optical performance will excite any newcomer to the world of amateur astronomy.Minimize