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Takahashi FS-60CB 2.4" f/5.9 Fluorite Doublet APO Refractor
TakahashiMore on the way5.0 / 5.0
3 Reviews
This compact Takahashi refractor optical tube makes an ideal eclipse scope and a super travel and backyard scope for spur-of-the-moment observing. ...
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ZWO FF65 APO Refractor OTA
ZWOMore on the wayThe ZWO FF series is a potential fit for your astro-photography needs. The ZWO FF65 APO is a high-performance 65mm f/6.4 astrograph designed for ...
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TeleVue TV-85 3.35" (85mm) f/7 Evergreen Tube/Black Trim APO Refractor OTA
TeleVueMore on the way4.5 / 5.0
4 Reviews
The TV-85 has a 2" dual-speed rack and pinion focuser with a brass non-marring clamp ring to hold star diagonals and accessories in place. It comes...
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Celestron 14" EdgeHD Optical Tube, CGE/Losmandy Dovetail
CelestronMore on the way5.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
The Fastar-compatible EdgeHD high definition flat field optics of this big, big Celestron 14" EdgeHD optical tube give you true astrographic-qualit...
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TeleVue TV-76 3" (76mm) f/6.3 Ivory Tube/Black Trim APO Refractor OTA
TeleVueMore on the way5.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
This TeleVue TV-76 refractor has out of this world optics in a very compact 14.5" long body. It's small enough and light enough to take anywhere wi...
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Takahashi TSA-120 4.7" F/7.5 Ortho-Apochromat Triplet Refractor OTA
TakahashiMore on the way5.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
This Takahashi TSA-120 4.72" ED triplet refractor puts true-color "super apochromat" optical excellence in a portable 15.4 lb. package. This Takaha...
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Takahashi TOA-130NFB 5.1" Ortho-Apochromat Triplet Refractor OTA
TakahashiIn Stock4.3 / 5.0
3 Reviews
This performance of this 4" focuser Takahashi 5.1" ED triplet refractor is too good to let it be called simply an apochromatic scope. Only the term...
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Celestron 11" SCT Optical Tube, CGE/Losmandy Dovetail
CelestronMore on the way4.8 / 5.0
5 Reviews
This 24" long aluminum Celestron 11" Schmidt Cassegrain optical tube weighs only 27.5 lbs., making it easy to transport. It has an 11" aperture, a ...
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Celestron 7" Maksutov Cassegrain OTA
CelestronIn StockCelestron 7" Maksutov-Cassegrain OTA (#91012) High Contrast. High Resolution. High Satisfaction. There’s something undeniably special about the Cel...
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Takahashi Epsilon E-130D Astrograph
TakahashiIn Stock5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
Wide-field imagers rejoice! The Takahashi Epsilon E-130D telescope is an incredible wide-field imaging machine. The Epsilon series of astrographs ...
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TeleVue NP101Is 4" f/5.4 Nagler-Petzval Apochromatic Refractor
TeleVueMore on the way5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
This TeleVue NP-101is is a superb and highly portable apochromatic refractor for both visual observing and imaging . . . This updated and improved ...
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Takahashi TOA-130NS 5.1" f/7.7 Ortho-Apochromat Triplet Refractor OTA
TakahashiIn Stock5.0 / 5.0
3 Reviews
This performance of this Takahashi 5.1" ED triplet refractor is too good to let it be called simply an apochromatic scope. Only the term ortho-apoc...
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Celestron 11" f/2.2 Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph (RASA) Version 2 Optical Tube
CelestronMore on the wayThe 11" f/2.2 Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph (RASA) - the next advance in deep space imaging - is available now for the serious astrophotographe...
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Lunt LS60MT Modular Telescope H-Alpha Pressure Tuned Rack And Pinion Focuser With B600
Lunt Solar SystemsMore on the wayFeaturing Best in Class Resolution and Professional Grade Optics Configuration 4.2mm Image Size >.65a Bandpass (Single Stack) >.45a Bandpass...
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Lunt Solar Systems LS60MT Modular Telescope H-Alpha Pressure Tuned 2" Rack And Pinion Focuser With B1200
Lunt Solar SystemsMore on the way5.0 / 5.0
1 Review
The B1200 model is the best choice for photography over the B600 4.2mm Image Size >.65a Bandpass (Single Stack) >.45a Bandpass (Double Stack...
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Celestron 8” Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph (RASA 8) Imaging Kit
CelestronMore on the wayFlat field free of optical aberrations like field curvature, coma, astigmatism and chromatic aberration across an entire APS-C sensor. Unlike th...
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Explore Scientific ES127 127mm f/7.5 "Essential Series" FCD-1 ED Triplet Refractor
Explore ScientificIn Stock4.9 / 5.0
10 Reviews
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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Takahashi FOA-60Q Ortho Apochromatic Refractor
TakahashiMore on the way5.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
The included 1.7x extender takes the FOA-60 to another level, as well as letter. This combination is referred to as the FOA-60Q. You will simply ...
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Explore Scientific 102mm f/7 Classic White FCD100 ED Triplet Refractor
Explore ScientificIn Stock5.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
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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Takahashi FSQ-85EDX "Baby Q" 3.35" F/5.3 Dual ED/Four Element Design
TakahashiMore on the way5.0 / 5.0
4 Reviews
The new Takahashi FSQ-85ED (the "Baby Q") apochromatic ED quadruplet is a clear leader in the ranks of relatively small aperture refractors. Its fo...
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Astro-Tech 10" f/8 Truss Tube Ritchey-Chrétien Optical Tube
Astro-TechMore on the way5.0 / 5.0
2 Reviews
This newest Version A of the Astro-Tech AT10RCT carbon fiber Serrurier truss Ritchey-Chrétien Hot Product for 2015 makes high quality large-apertur...
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Astro-Tech AT106EDQ f/7 Quad Refractor
Astro-TechMore on the wayThis Astro-Tech AT106EDQ ED refractor has: • 106mm f/7 fully multicoated four-lens/two-group refractor• two ED lens elements• amazing flat field as...
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Sky-Watcher Quattro 150P Imaging Newtonian S11205
Sky-WatcherIn StockSky-Watcher Quattro 150P Imaging Newtonian Reflector The Sky-Watcher Quattro 150P is a fast, precision-engineered Newtonian reflector designed from...
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ZWO FF80 APO Refractor OTA
ZWOMore on the wayThe ZWO FF80 APO is a highly refined 80mm f/7.5 quadruplet apochromatic refractor, built from the ground up to deliver uncompromising optical perfo...
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