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Sky-Watcher 8 Inch Classic Dobsonian Telescope - S11610

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  • 8” Classic Dobsonian telescope with smooth Teflon bearings
  • High quality parabolic mirror for clear, sharp images
  • Patented Tension Control Handle keeps your telescope where you point it
  • 2” Crayford-style focuser with 1.25” adapter for use with either size telescope eyepieces
  • Includes 9x50 finderscope and 2 Plossl eyepieces (10mm and 25mm)
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  • Description

    Simple, elegant, and cost-effective

    If you’re looking for bright, sharp, detailed views of the night sky, you won’t find a better value than a Sky-Watcher Traditional Dobsonian Telescope. With its closed-tube design, a Sky-Watcher Dobsonian puts most of your investment where it belongs—in the impressive 8” primary mirror.

    This telescope is an excellent choice for budding amateur astronomers thanks to its super-simple design. Setup is a breeze: just place the telescope tube into the rocker box, secure it in place, and you’re ready to begin your observations. A sturdy, closed-tube construction means you can take your Dob just about anywhere worry-free, from camping at your favorite dark sky site to a public outreach event with droves of small children.

    A rewarding experience under the stars

    With so many computerized telescopes and high-tech accessories on the market today, it’s easy to lose sight of the simple pleasure of exploring the Universe with a manual telescope. A Dobsonian lets you trade the glow of a computer screen for the glow of the Milky Way. Think of it as “analog stargazing”—with all the same charm as your old vinyl records.

    From taking your first glimpse of Saturn to locating a super-faint “fuzzy,” there’s a feeling of excitement and discovery that comes with using a Dobsonian. If the night sky seems confusing at first glance, remember that humans have been navigating using the stars for millennia. Within just a few observing sessions, you’ll become familiar with the movements of the stars and learn to recognize your favorite objects and constellations. (But if you need to pull out your smartphone’s planetarium app to use as a cheat sheet, we won’t tell.)

    Innovative Tension Control Handle

    With such a straightforward design, a Dobsonian’s construction and the quality of its individual components is crucial. Sky-Watcher stands above its competition with its patented Tension Control Handle. By simply turning the handle, you can adjust the level of tension between the telescope tube and the rocker box. This enables you to secure your telescope to point at any position in the night sky and lock on target. When you’re ready to move to your next object, loosen the handle and the telescope swings smoothly and silently in its base.

    High-quality accessories

    Your Sky-Watcher Dobsonian includes a 9x50 optical finderscope, which provides 9x magnification so you can locate smaller targets in the night sky. You’ll also receive a 2” Crayford focuser, plus a 1.25” adapter. With these two accessories, you have ultimate versatility to use either 2” or 1.25” eyepieces. As you grow in the hobby, you’ll want to add more eyepieces to your collection, but Sky-Watcher has included a 10mm and a 25mm Plossl eyepiece to get you started.

    Supplier SKU

    S11610

    What's Included

    8” Dobsonian-style Newtonian telescope, solid rocker-mount with Teflon bearings and tension clutch for altitude, 2” single-speed Crayford-style focuser with 1.25” adapter, 4-element Plossl 25mm and 10mm 1.25” eyepieces, 9x50 finderscope

  • Dimensions & Specifications

    Optical Design

    Newtonian Reflector

    Aperture

    203mm (8")

    Focal Length

    1200 mm

    Focal Ratio

    f/5.9

    Focal Length of Eyepiece 1

    25mm

    Focal Length of Eyepiece 2

    10mm

    Finderscope

    9x50

    Highest Useful Magnification

    406x

    Limiting Stellar Magnitude

    14.2

  • Product Guarantee

    We stand behind all the products we sell, and your satisfaction is our top priority. If you're not satisfied with the quality of your purchase, simply send the item back to us in its original packaging within 30 days of its delivery.

    Manufacturer Warranty

    Sky-Watcher USA warrants your telescope to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years. Sky-Watcher USA will repair or replace such product or part thereof which, upon inspection by Sky-Watcher USA, is found to be defective in materials or workmanship. As a condition to the obligation of Sky-Watcher USA to repair or replace such product, the product must be returned to Sky-Watcher USA together with proof-of-purchase satisfactory to Sky-Watcher USA.

    The Proper Return Authorization Number must be obtained from Sky-Watcher USA in advance of return. Call Sky-Watcher USA at (310) 803-5953 to receive the number to be displayed on the outside of your shipping container.

    Return & Exchange Policy

    At our site, returns are easy! You may return new, unused, and resalable items for a refund or exchange. Simply ensure that the item is returned in its original product packaging within 30 days of delivery.

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