Scope Freaks has this awesome SkyWatcher 8" Reflecting Telescope up for grabs. This was obtained in September of 2011 and used sparingly over the past several months. Optically speaking, this is our best scope. Absolutely spot-on images - crisp, bright and sharp as a tack. We did some lunar shots with this scope with stunningly good results. This makes not just a great observing scope but as an imaging one as well. Attach your DSLR to it or a good CCD imager and you'll score some great shots!
The GoTo mount makes locating sky objects a cinch. There are 13740 objects catalogued into the SynScan computer. Slewing is smooth and accurate.
Everything on this scope is fully functional. At time of original purchase this scope sold for around $1100. SkyWatcher are highly regarded for their optics. Their line of scopes are largely sold in Canada and Europe so its not often you run across them at your local dealer.
The particulars:
Highest Practical Power (Potential): x400
Diameter of Primary Mirror: 200mm
Telescope Focal Length: 1000mm (f/5)
Dual-Fit 1.25"/2" Crayford Focuser
Parabolic Primary Mirror
0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
9x50 Finderscope
Direct SLR Camera Connection
EQ5 Deluxe Heavy-Duty Equatorial Mount
Includes Polar Alignment Scope
1.5" Stainless Steel Pipe Tripod with Accessory Tray
77% more Light Gathering than 150mm
A few more pictures:
Some Lunar shots we took with this scope and a Canon EOS XS DSLR:
This is a lot of weight to ship so we prefer to deal locally in the greater Los Angeles/Orange County/Inland Empire region unless buyer is willing to foot shipping costs.
Interested? Contact scopefreaks(at)gmail.com
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