90mm (3.5”) diameter refractor, 660mm focal length (f/7), altazimuth mount with pan handle and built-in clutch, 6x30 finderscope, 40mm eyepiece (16.5x) - 1.25”, 10mm eyepiece (66x) - 1.25”, adjustable SkyScout mounting bracket, erect image fully coated optics, adjustable height stainless steel leg tripod with accessory tray, “The Sky Level 1” CD-ROM

Electronics: 90mm refractor optical design with all coated glass optics and 660mm (f/7) focal length for crisp, clear images, Quick and easy no tool setup, Erect image 6x30 finderscope with quick-release bracket, Erect image optics are ideal for terrestrial and astronomical use, Convenient pan handleccurate pointing with built-in clutch for easy targeting and smooth motion.
Company: Celestron
List Price: $403.95
Amazon Price: $264.99

Celestron and ;s SkyMaster Series of large aperture binoculars are a phenomenal value for high performance binoculars ideal for astronomical viewing or for terrestrial (land) use - especially over long distances. Each SkyMaster model features high quality BAK-4 prisms and multi-coated optics for enhanced contrast. Celestron has designed and engineered the larger SkyMaster models to meet the special demands of extended astronomical or terrestrial viewing sessions. The 15x70 version is one of the most popular models in the series. It offers serious large aperture light gathering in an affordable and reasonably lightweight configuration.

Electronics: Multi-coated optics, Large aperture perfect for low light conditions and stargazing, Tripod adapter, 13 mm (0.51 in) long eye relief ideal for eyeglass wearers, Diopter adjustment for fine focusing
Company: Celestron
List Price: $119.95
Amazon Price: $57.95
Used Price: $33.99

The Bushnell® Powerview® Series of binoculars offers you compact, streamlined designs for bright, crisp views of wherever you're exploring.

Sports: Roof-prism binocular with 8x magnification and 21-Millimeter objective diameter, Multicoated optics guarantee superior light transmission and brightness, Center focus system makes it easy to sharpen your view, Nonslip rubber armor absorbs shock, 21-Feet close focusing distance, 378-Feet field of view at 1000-Yards, weighs 7-Ounce, limited lifetime warranty
Company: Bushnell
List Price: $21.95
Amazon Price: $12.49
Used Price: $9.99

Orion(r) SkyQuest(TM) XT Classic Dobsonians It's no wonder customers heap 5-star ratings on these gentle giants. For not only do their jumbo-sized optics and uncomplicated design bring a "new level of joy to simple observing," raved Astronomy magazine, but they're also the most affordable quality Dobs on the market. SkyQuest XT Classics aren't just good bang for the buck, they're a supernova of telescope value! XT Classics give you the deep-space thrills without the deep-pocket frills. We've kept them lean and mean to keep their prices low for tight budgets. But rest assured, they come fully equipped for adventure, whether you're a beginning stargazer or are graduating to a more capable instrument. All Classics feature an expertly figured parabolic mirror housed in an enameled steel optical tube. The tube rides on a stable Dobsonian base that allows easy point-and-view navigation and has a convenient carrying handle. A 2" Crayford focuser (XT6 has 1.25" rack and pinion focuser), EZ Finder II aiming device, 25mm Sirius Plossl eyepiece (1.25"), and quick-collimation cap are all standard equipment. Setup takes only a minute, leaving the rest of the evening to marvel at the planets, the Moon, and a myriad of deep-sky treasures. Enjoy the fantastic views â?" and savings! One-year limited warranty.

Electronics: The Orion SkyQuest XT10 Classic Dobsonian is a big 10" aperture reflector telescope with a small price tag, Gobbles up light for great views of deep-sky objects such as nebulas, galaxies, star clusters,, Simple "point-and-view" Dobsonian design reflector telescope is easy and fun to use for the whole family, Stable Dobsonian telescope base and Orion CorrecTension friction optimization system, Includes precise 2" Crayford focuser, 25mm Sirius Plossl eyepiece,, EZ Finder II reflex sight, collimation cap, dust caps, and Starry Night software, It keeps reflector optical tube perfectly balanced in any position, And close-up views of more nearby targets like the Moon and planets
Company: Orion
List Price: $529.99
Amazon Price: $529.99
Used Price: $260.00

60mm Objective Lens, Fully Coated, Waterproof. Included accessories: Hard shell aluminum case, soft case, tripod, and tripod case included.

Electronics: Designed For Sportsmen, Bird Watchers & Camping Enthusiasts, waterproof & Rubber Armor Protects From Minor Bumps & Water Damage, Fully Coated Lenses, bk-7 Prisms For Optical Performance, 60Mm Objective Lens Provides 20X - 60X Zoom Magnification
Company: Meade
List Price: $79.99
Amazon Price: $54.95
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Max power: 300x, Focal Length (mm) 400, Finder scope: 5x24, Draw Tube (inch): 1.25, Eyepiece#1:SR4, Eyepiece #2: K20, Diagonal: 45°, .

Electronics: Entry-level telescope with 300x power and 400mm focal length, Coated glass optics for enhanced image brightness, Interchangeable eyepieces with 3x Barlow lenses for versatility, Includes beginner's version of Deepsky Astronomy software, Adjustable tripod and soft carrying case; limited lifetime warranty
Company: Barska (2009-03-11)
List Price: $142.90
Amazon Price: $59.39
Used Price: $38.51

Get a closer look with the Emerson Refractor Telescope and Tripod. It makes a great companion at sporting events, under the night sky, or on a bird watching trek.

Sports: Interchangeable 50X and 100X eyepiece lenses, Full-sized adjustable tripod, Quick screw-type assembly with no tools required, 3X finder scope to locate objects faster, Measures 38 inches high x 28.5 inches long x 3.5 inches wide
Company: Emerson
List Price: $75.00
Amazon Price: $17.99

Get a closer look with the Vivitar Refractor Telescope and Tripod. It makes a great companion at sporting events, under the night sky, or on a bird watching trek.

Camera: Includes telescope and tripod, Interchangeable 50X and 100X eyepiece lenses, 3X finder scope to locate objects faster, Lightweight and durable aluminum construction
Company: Vivitar
List Price: $79.99
Amazon Price: $15.75
Used Price: $12.74

Steal the scene with the BARSKA precision crafted 25x30 Spyscope. This spyscope with high power collapsible eyepiece makes a perfect gift, or add to your treasures of being a pirate! Backed by Limited Lifetime Warranty.

Electronics: High power viewing with 25x, Precision crafted from brass with a leather wrap, Collapsible eyepiece for compact storage, High quality optics ideal for long distance viewing, Perfect as a gift and includes a leatherette case for protection
Company: Barska
List Price: $29.99
Amazon Price: $24.99
Used Price: $24.59

The Celestron® PowerSeeker 50 telescope is a great way to open up the wonders of the universe to the aspiring astronomer. It's portable yet powerful with ample optical performance to excite any newcomer to the world of amateur astronomy.

Electronics: Optical Design - Refractor, Aperture - 50mm, Focal Length - 600mm, F-Number - 12, Finderscope - 5x24
Company: Celestron
List Price: $55.95
Amazon Price: $38.99
Used Price: $35.89

Pirate telescope magnifies up to 8x and you focus with a twist. Skull and crossbones on the telescope means you must be a pirate to use it! Extends to 11" long.

Toy: Jolly Roger pirate design, 8x magnification with focus twist adjustment, Extends 11", Ages 3 and up
Company: Toysmith
List Price:
Amazon Price: $8.15

A high quality telescope for seeing long distance. Precision polished lenses made in Italy product a sharp, clear image. Sliding scope adjusts for a powerful 15x magnification with a 4 foot field of vision. Telescope extends from 8" to 15 1/2". Color may vary.

Toy: Our telescopes are terrific for facilitating learning and education, The precision-polished lenses make for crisp images, while the vibrant exterior colors add to the fu, Safari Ltd takes pride in providing breathtaking, innovative and value priced scientific instruments, Colors will vary: blue, red, yellow or green, 13.5" extended
Company: Safari
List Price: $10.00
Amazon Price: $6.87

This high quality telescope is crafted from brass and comes with a leather handle. The telescope will magnify far away objects and landscapes with a clear image. The scope extends to a full 6" and then can retract to fit into its own ornate box.

The magnification is approximately 3x.

Galileo is credited with inventing the first refracting telescope. Through his understanding of how light passes through a lens, he was able to construct a device that focused on an image and enabled the user to see an object as though it were brighter, clearer or closer.

Toy: Fully functioning telescope, Keep it safe in its own box, Beautiful Brass Finish, Unique Home or Office Decor Item, Great addition to your maritime or pirate collection
Company: India Overseas Trading Co
List Price: $19.95
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Pirate Party Favors! Don't send your guests away empty handed! The Telescope is the perfect accessory for any Pirate Party or event. 5" long when extended. Made of plastic. Assorted colors may vary. Something simple for all the little maties! The telescope is the party favor you're looking for. All your guests will love this fun and functional telescope! Part of Favors, Toys, Gifts > Kaleidoscopes & Prisms

Toy:
Company: Century Novelty
List Price:
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This land and sky telescope comes with 30x power magnification with quality 30mm optics. The Citiwell International OR30 Orbitor Telescope includes aluminum table-top tripod. Metal tube can be removed and used as a hand-held telescope. Order the Citiwell International OR30 Orbitor Telescope today!

Toy: Great beginners telescope for land or sky, 30X magnification with 30mm objective lens, Rapid-focus system and right-side-up views, Aluminum table-top tripod included - removable, National Geographic educational viewing guide
Company: Citiwell International
List Price: $29.99
Amazon Price: $28.88

45x LED Illuminated Pocket Microscope with Storage Case. Illumination provided by two LEDs. Microscope can be separated from LED Illumination assembly. 1 7/16 inches in length, 1 3/8 inches wide, 9/16 inch in thick. Requires three LR927 batteries, which are included.

Misc.: Power 45X, 2 LED Lights, Adjustable Focus, Requires 3 LR927 (AG7) Batteries (Batteries Included), Leather Carrying Pouch Included, Microscope Size: (1 5/16" extends up to 1 5/8" X 9/16" Dia. Led Light Size: (15/16" X 9/16" Dia., Made In China
Company: SE
List Price: $8.85
Amazon Price: $1.40

This 2.5 amp Universal AC Adapter is compatible with all Celestron computerized telescopes. Includes a two year warranty. Compatible with all Celestron Nexstar i, Celestron Nexstar GPS Telescopes also compatible with Celestar 8, Ultima 2000, CI700, CG Telescopes

Electronics: 2.5 amp AC Adapter for use with all Celestron computerized telescopes., Celestron 2.5amp AC Adapter 18778 replaces Celestron AC Adapters 18772 and 18773 ., Compatible with Celestar 8, Ultima 2000, CI700, CG Telescopes, Compatible with larger Celestron Telescopes which require 2 amps, Allows a telescope to be connected to ordinary power outlet.
Company: Celestron
List Price: $29.95
Amazon Price: $17.89

AE915-304 Features: -Mounts to any wooden swing set.-Swing set accessory stimulates creativity. Construction: -Durable platic construction.

Toy: Helps stimulate a young child's mind, Great addition to your playset Pretending is an important part of learning. The Telescope is another Creative Playthings? accessory that helps to stimulate a young child's mind. If she looks long enough, who knows what distant visions she will see.
Company: Playtime Swing Sets
List Price: $37.22
Amazon Price: $12.99

With the GeoSafari Talking Telescope, kids get an up-close view of 12 animals and eight space-age phenomena. They can hear cool facts or test their knowledge in fun quiz games. Features beautiful images from NASA, built-in storage for all 20 slides, detachable telescope (3x magnification) for on-the-go exploring, and battery-saving automatic shut-off. Two motivating game modes - Facts and Quiz - speak 200 fun facts and questions with realistic sound effects. Requires four "AA" batteries (not included). Measures 11.1" x 10" x 8.4".

Toy: 200 facts and questions, Features beautiful images from NASA, built in storage for all 20 slides, and detachable telescope (3x magnification), Two motivating game modes speak 200 fun facts and questions with realistic sound effects, Detachable telescope for on - the - go exploring, Press Letter buttons to answer questions
Company: Educational Insights (2007-06-01)
List Price: $49.99
Amazon Price: $26.00
Used Price: $29.69

Some of the worldâ?TMs top astronomers got started with a telescope just like this one â?" and so will you. A quality refracting telescope for land or sky viewing. It's perfect for observing the Moon, planets and land objects like mountains, trees and wildlife.

Office Product: Captures more light for brighter images and greater detail, Includes two 1.25"; eyepieces: SP9.7mm 103X; and SP26 mm 38X; for superior eye relief and wide visual field, Includes Red-dot projection viewfinder for easy acquisition of guide stars while star-hopping for celestial targets, Amazing planetarium software and Instructional Video teaches you the night sky and how to use your telescope, 52Hx36Wx30.38D", Telescope Features: Crayford Style Focuser, Red Dot Viewfinder, Open Metal Truss Design, Magnification: 0., Recommended Use: Astronomy, Focal Length: 700.0 mm., Objective Lens Size: 0. mm., Eyepiece Type:SP 9.7mm, SP 26mm, Mount Type: Altazimuth, Includes: Tabletop Tripod, Tripod, Autostar Suite Astronomical Software, Material: Plastic, Power Source: Manual, Optical Tube Dimensions: Diameter: 0". Length: 0"., Warranty Description: 1 Year Limited Manufacturer Warranty, 100% Parts and Labor, Up to $200 Replacement
Company: Meade
List Price: $149.00
Amazon Price: $79.95

In this book in the Family Fun series, boys and girls will discover all the secrets the night sky holds. They can play games like "Night Sky I Spy," keep an astronomer's log and read about night sky myths. Star maps are included for each season -- so kids will know what to look for, when and where. Then as the sun goes down and the sky goes dark, they'll be ready for the night sky's all-star show.

Author: Ann Love, Jane Drake
Paperback: 144 pages
Company: Kids Can Press (2004-03-01)
ISBN: 1553371283
List Price: $16.95
Amazon Price: $10.93
Used Price: $1.49

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

Author: R. A. (Richard Anthony) Proctor
Kindle Edition: 95 pages Kindle eBook
Company: Public Domain Books (2009-10-04) (2006-03-17)
List Price: $1.99
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The book has no illustrations or index. Purchasers are entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Subjects: Sports

Author: Garrett Putman Serviss
Paperback: 84 pages
Company: General Books LLC (2010-09-05)
ISBN: 1153814943
List Price: $20.00
Amazon Price: $19.99
Used Price: $18.75

Author: Roger W. Sinnott
Spiral-bound: 110 pages ISBN13: 9781931559317, Condition: New, Notes: BRAND NEW FROM PUBLISHER! 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Tracking provided on most orders. Buy with Confidence! Millions of books sold!
Company: Sky Publishing (2006-03-30)
ISBN: 1931559317
List Price: $19.95
Amazon Price: $11.07
Used Price: $8.42

With over 100,000 copies sold since first publication, this is one of the most popular astronomy books of all time. It is a unique guidebook to the night sky, providing all the information you need to observe a whole host of celestial objects. With a new spiral binding, this edition is even easier to use outdoors at the telescope and is the ideal beginner's book. Keeping its distinct one-object-per-spread format, this edition is also designed for Dobsonian telescopes, as well as for smaller reflectors and refractors, and covers Southern hemisphere objects in more detail. Large-format eyepiece views, positioned side-by-side, show objects exactly as they are seen through a telescope, and with improved directions, updated tables of astronomical information and an expanded night-by-night Moon section, it has never been easier to explore the night sky on your own.

Author: Guy Consolmagno, Dan M. Davis
Spiral-bound: 256 pages
Company: Cambridge University Press (2011-11-14)
ISBN: 0521153972
List Price: $28.99
Amazon Price: $17.64
Used Price: $20.92

Praise for Star Ware

"Star Ware is still a tour de force that any experienced amateur will find invaluable, and which hardware-minded beginners will thoroughly enjoy."

- Robert Burnham, Sky & Telescope magazine

"Star Ware condenses between two covers what would normally take a telescope buyer many months to accumulate."

- John Shibley, Astronomy magazine

Whether you're shopping for your first telescope or your fifth, don't be surprised if you feel overwhelmed by the dazzling array of product choices, bells and whistles, and the literature that describes them all. That's why you need Star Ware.

In this revised and updated Fourth Edition of the essential guide to comparing and selecting sky-watching equipment, award-winning astronomy writer Philip Harrington takes you telescope shopping the easy way. He analyzes and explains today's astronomy market and compares brands and models point by point. Star Ware gives you the confidence you need to buy the telescope and accessories that are right for you and the knowledge to get the most out of your new purchase, with:
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Extensive, expanded reviews of leading models and accessories-including dozens of new products
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A clear, step-by-step guide to every aspect of selecting telescopes, binoculars, filters, mounts, lenses, cameras, film, star charts, guides and references, and much more
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Ten new do-it-yourself projects for building your own astronomical equipment
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Easy tips on setting up, using, and caring for telescopes and other astronomical equipment
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Lists of where to find everything astronomical, including Web sites and resources; distributors, dealers, and conventions; and corporate listings for products and services

Author: Philip S. Harrington
Paperback: 432 pages
Company: Wiley (2007-04-20)
ISBN: 0471750638
List Price: $21.95
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Used Price: $6.27

A superb guidebook described in Bookwatch as 'the home astronomer's "bible"', Turn Left at Orion provides all the information beginning amateur astronomers need to observe the Moon, the planets and a whole host of celestial objects. Large format diagrams show these objects exactly as they appear in a small telescope and for each object there is information on the current state of our astronomical knowledge. Revised and updated, this new edition contains a chapter with ten new spreads describing spectacular deep sky objects visible from the southern hemisphere, and tips on observing the upcoming transits of Venus. It also discusses Dobsonian telescopes, with hints on using personal computers and the Internet as aids for planning an observing session. Also new to this edition are redrawn "Guidepost" figures at the beginning of each season chapter that allow readers to visualize a three-dimensional view of the sky's dome; redesigned seasonal object layouts that provide more space for the naked-eye charts; a new spread on double stars near Boötes has been added to Spring, replacing the "Shrinking Double" spread; and a unique "When and Where to Look" table has been added to the last page, among other new features. Unlike many guides to the night sky, this book is specifically written for observers using small telescopes. Clear and easy to use, this fascinating book will appeal to skywatchers of all ages and backgrounds. No previous knowledge of astronomy is needed.

Author: Guy Consolmagno, Dan M. Davis
Hardcover: 224 pages
Company: Cambridge University Press (2000-10-23)
ISBN: 0521781906
List Price: $28.99
Amazon Price: $29.95
Used Price: $9.99

Aliens, space ships, constellations, oh my! "The Everything Kids' Astronomy Book" will give kids all of the information they need to know about the sun, moon, stars and planets. With 30 puzzles and activities, "The Everything Kids' Astronomy Book" offers astronomers-in-training information, facts and trivia about: galaxies like the Milky Way and the Big Bang Theory; the sun, its energy and it's 20,000-50,000 Farenheit-degree surface; the earth, gravity and how comets and asteroid impacts change the surface of the planets; why Mars is so hot and what those rings around Saturn are; and, the mystery of Pluto and how to identify constellations.

Author: Kathi Wagner, Sheryl Racine
Paperback: 144 pages
Company: Adams Media (2008-05-01)
ISBN: 1598695444
List Price: $8.95
Amazon Price: $5.11
Used Price: $4.85

Children eight and up will enjoy this conversational but information-packed introduction to astronomy and stargazing, which includes the achievements of the great scientists, the history of space exploration, the story of our solar system, the myths behind the constellations, and how to navigate the night sky. Whimsical color illustrations on every page and handy definitions and sidebars help engage younger readers and develop their interest. The special star wheel helps locate stars and planets from any location at any time of year. This is the third in Black Dog & Leventhal's successful series including The Story of the Orchestra and A Child's Introduction to Poetry.

Author: Michael Driscoll
Hardcover: 96 pages Bargain Price
Company: Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers (2004-05-01)
List Price: $19.95
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Used Price: $23.14

Thoroughly revised, updated and expanded.

The first three editions of NightWatch sold more than 600,000 copies, making it the top-selling stargazing guide in the world for the last 20 years. The key feature of this classic title is the section of star charts that are cherished by backyard astronomers everywhere. Each new edition has outsold the previous one because of thorough revisions and additional new material.

NightWatch has been acclaimed as the best general interest introduction to astronomy. The fourth edition has improvements over the 3rd edition in every chapter, including:

The famous charts, ideal for stargazers using a small telescope or binoculars A complete update of the equipment section, including computerized telescopes An enlarged photography section, including how-to instructions for using the new generation of digital cameras for astronomical photography, both with and without a telescope The tables of future solar and lunar eclipses, planetary conjunctions and planet locations, updated through 2018.

This edition includes for the first time star charts for use in the southern hemisphere. There are also dozens of new photographs throughout the book that show the latest thrilling discoveries made by current space observatories and probes.

(20061217)

Author: Terence Dickinson
Spiral-bound: 192 pages New Fourth Edition, Perfect for any beginner or advanced astronomer, Star Charts for stargazers, Great for telescopes and binoculars, Hard Cover, 192 pages, 11'' x 10 3/4'' x 7/8''
Company: Firefly Books (2006-09-12)
ISBN: 155407147X
List Price: $35.00
Amazon Price: $20.76
Used Price: $15.41