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Founded by Scott W. Roberts in 2008, Explore Scientific has grown to include a wide range of telescopes both refractors and reflectors, innovative wide angle waterproof eyepieces, mounts and sport optics.

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    Explore Scientific AR152 6" f/6.5 Achromatic Doublet Refractor Optical Tube

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    This 6" Explore Scientific AR152 achromatic refractor optical tube is a sensational value - a big 6" (152mm) and fast f/6.5 refractor that's priced...

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  • "Close-up of Hoya FCD100 triplet lens cell on Explore Scientific carbon fiber refractor"
    "Explore Scientific 127mm carbon fiber triplet refractor with FCD100 ED glass and dual-speed focuser"
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    Explore Scientific 127mm f/7.5 Carbon Fiber FCD100 ED Triplet Refractor

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    Explore Scientific 127mm FCD100 Carbon Fiber ED Triplet Apochromatic Refractor (ES127CF-FCD100) A 5" apochromatic refractor has long been considere...

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  • AR127 5" f/6.5 achromatic doublet refractor
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    Explore Scientific AR127 5" f/6.5 Achromatic Doublet Refractor Optical Tube

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    This 5" Explore Scientific achromatic refractor optical tube is a big performer, both inside the solar system and out in the realm of the nebulas a...

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    Explore Scientific 10" f/5 Hybrid Truss Dobsonian Telescope

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    Explore Scientific 10" f/5 Hybrid Dobsonian – A Perfect Blend of Portability and Performance The Explore Scientific 10" f/5 Hybrid Dobsonian brings...

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    Explore Scientific Firstlight 10" f/5 Dobsonian Telescope

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    Explore Scientific 10" f/5 Truss Tube Dobsonian – A Powerful, Portable Deep-Sky Performer The Explore Scientific 10" f/5 Truss Tube Dobsonian is de...

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    Explore Scientific Firstlight 8" f/6 Dobsonian Telescope

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    Explore Scientific 8" f/6 FirstLight Dobsonian Telescope A Complete, No-Frills Stargazing Experience That’s Big on Performance and Easy on You Gett...

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  • AR102 4" f/6.5 achromatic doublet refractor optical tube
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    Explore Scientific AR102 4" f/6.5 Achromatic Doublet Refractor Optical Tube

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    This Explore Scientific 4" refractor has: Big 4" aperture fully multicoated achromatic doublet refractor optics Collimatable objective lens cell ...

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    Explore Scientific 102mm f/7 "Essential Series" FCD-1 ED Triplet Refractor

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    This 102mm (4") Explore Scientific Essential Series air-spaced ED triplet apochromatic refractor is loaded with quality optical performance at a su...

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  • "Side view of ES127 f/7.5 triplet refractor in white OTA with mounting rings and dew shield extended"
    "Explore Scientific 127mm Classic White triplet refractor with FCD100 optics and dual-speed focuser"
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    Explore Scientific 127mm f/7.5 Classic White FCD100 ED Triplet Refractor

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    Explore Scientific 127mm f/7.5 Classic White FCD100 ED Triplet Apochromatic Refractor The Explore Scientific 127mm f/7.5 Classic White FCD100 Tripl...

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    Explore Scientific 80mm f/6 ED Classic White Tube FCD100 Series APO Triplet Refractor

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    This 80mm Explore Scientific FCD100 ED triplet apochromatic refractor is loaded with premium glass for outstanding viewing sessions night after nig...

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    Explore Scientific 10" Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope Generation II

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    Enjoy the heavens with this large, yet portable, Explore Scientific 10" Truss Dobsonian. No telescope type has changed the hobby quite as much as t...

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    Explore Scientific ES80 80mm f/6 ED "Essential Series" FCD-1 ED APO Triplet Refractor

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    This 80mm Explore Scientific "Essential Series" ED triplet apochromatic refractor is loaded with features and is priced hundreds of dollars less th...

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    Explore Scientific 115mm f/5.5 FPL-53 Carbon Fiber APO Triplet Refractor With 3" Hexagonal Focuser

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    The Explore Scientific 115mm f/5.5 FPL53 APO triplet could be the perfect combination telescope. Just big enough to do great observation and fast e...

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  • "Explore Scientific 102mm carbon fiber triplet refractor with FCD100 optics and 2.5 inch dual-speed focuser"
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    Explore Scientific 102mm f/7 Carbon Fiber FCD100 ED Triplet Refractor

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    Explore Scientific 102mm FCD100 Carbon Fiber ED Triplet Apochromatic Refractor (ES102CF-FCD100) A 4" apochromatic refractor has long been the bench...

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    Explore Scientific 16" Generation II Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope

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    Explore Scientific Generation II 16" Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - ES-DOB1645-01 If you’re searching for a serious deep-sky telescope that deliv...

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  • "Explore Scientific 102mm Classic White triplet refractor with FCD100 optics and dual-speed focuser"
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    Explore Scientific 102mm f/7 Classic White FCD100 ED Triplet Refractor

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    Explore Scientific 102mm f/7 Classic White FCD100 ED Triplet Apochromatic Refractor The Explore Scientific 102mm f/7 Classic White FCD100 Triplet R...

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  • ES127 127mm f/7.5 "Essential Series" ED triplet refractor
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    Explore Scientific ES127 127mm f/7.5 "Essential Series" FCD-1 ED Triplet Refractor

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    This big 127mm (5") Explore Scientific Essential Series air-spaced ED triplet apochromatic refractor is loaded with quality optical performance at ...

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    Explore Scientific 140mm f/6.7 FPL-53 Carbon Fiber APO Triplet Refractor With 3" Hexagonal Focuser

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    140mm has long been considered the perfect size for an APO refractor. Explore Scientific makes that size a reality with fantastic optics and mechan...

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    Explore Scientific 12" Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope Generation II

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    Explore Scientific Generation II 12-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope The Explore Scientific Generation II 12-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian is design...

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    Explore Scientific 152mm f/8 FCD-1 ED Triplet Refractor, Carbon Fiber, 2.5" Hex Rack And Pinion Focuser

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    This big and optically excellent 152mm (6") Explore Scientific air-spaced ED triplet apochromatic refractor has a carbon fiber body and a 2.5" Hex ...

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    Explore Scientific 165mm f/7 FPL-53 Carbon Fiber APO Triplet Refractor With 3" Hex Focuser

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    Enjoy serious observation with Explore Scientific's flagship telescope, the 165mm FPL-53 refractor. Reveal celestial wonders like the desolate beau...

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  • Explore Scientific First Light 114mm Newtonian With Twilight Alt-Az Nano Mount
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    Explore Scientific Firstlight 114mm Newtonian With Twilight Alt-Az Nano Mount

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