• A great entry-level refractor telescope at a very affordable price
• Reveals detailed views of the Moon and bright planets such as Jupiter and Saturn
• 70mm (2.75") aperture and 700mm focal length provides great views of bright night-sky objects
• Includes sturdy tripod and equatorial (EQ) mount for convenient manual slow-motion tracking of celestial objects
• Includes two eyepieces, finder scope, focuser, 90-degree mirror diagonal for comfortable viewing
• Free Starry Night astronomy software and DVD, and more!

Product Description
This tried-and-true refractor goes the extra distance in introducing the novice to the wonders of the night sky. The Observer 70 features a 70mm fully anti-reflection coated achromatic objective lens, which provides 36% more light-gathering ability than a 60mm. Its 700mm focal length (f/10) will show you the stark beauty of the lunar surface, Saturn's rings, Jupiter's atmospheric belts, or the billowy clouds of the Orion Nebula. The included EQ-1 equatorial mount comes equipped with dual slow-motion controls for manual star tracking and adjustable aluminum tripod. Includes an EZ Finder II finder scope to help you zero in on your celestial targets, two eyepieces - 25mm (1.25") and 10mm (1.25") - and 90-deg star diagonal. One year limited warranty.Amazon.com Review
Orion’s Observer 70 EQ combines the solid optical performance of a classic achromatic refractor with a German style equatorial mount. The Observer 70 features very good optics and 36 p... More >>

Orion Observer 70mm Equatorial Refractor Telescope

Orion Observer 70mm Equatorial Refractor Telescope is a post from: Meade Telescopes

• 800mm x 70mm, Refractor
• LED electronic red dot finderscope for fast positioning
• Large, 1.25" diameter eyepieces
• Sturdy, preassembled construciton

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The ultimate first telescope, the new Voyager® Sky Tour gives amateur stargazers a pro-grade audio tour of the night sky. Its illuminated Smart Mount points the way as the talking handset describes constellations and planets, and keeps you engaged with entertaining facts and mythology tidbits.... More >>

Bushnell Voyager Sky Tour 70mm Reflector Telescope

Bushnell Voyager Sky Tour 70mm Reflector Telescope is a post from: Meade Telescopes

• A great telescope for beginners interested in nighttime stargazing and daytime terrestrial viewing
• 70mm aperture and 700mm focal length for wonderful views of the moon, planets, nebulas and galaxies
• Includes a sturdy tripod and an altazimuth mount for simple horizontal and vertical movement
• Includes two eyepieces, finder scope, focuser, diagonal, and FREE Starry Night astronomy software
• One-year limited warranty

Product Description
Our Observer 70 is the perfect telescope for that budding astronomer in your family. This scope excels in both quality and performance. Its 70mm multi-coated achromatic objective lens - focal length 700mm focal length (f/10) - gathers 36% more light than a 60mm. And it's made of glass, not plastic, as you'd find in many department store models. The optical tube is supported on a sturdy aluminum tripod with accessory tray. This altazimuth model can also be used for terrestrial viewing. Standard accessories include a 10mm (70x) Explorer II eyepiece, a 25mm (28x) Explorer II eyepiece, 90-deg mirror star diagonal, and an EZ Finder II finder scope. One-year limited warranty.... More >>

Orion Observer 70mm Altazimuth Refractor Telescope

Orion Observer 70mm Altazimuth Refractor Telescope is a post from: Meade Telescopes

• Optical Design: Refractor
• Aperture: 70 mm (2.76 in)
• Focal Length: 900 mm (35.43 in)
• Focal Ratio: 12.86
• Eyepiece 1: 20 mm (0.79 in)

Product Description
Celestron's AstroMaster Series Telescope has an Altazimuth mount that's great for viewing objects both in the sky and on land; it's particularly suited for object-oriented viewing like whale-watching, spotting birds and observing your favorite star or planet. Plus, it has a pan handle with clutch for smooth, accurate control. The refractor design is reliable and simple to use. Fully-coated glass optics produce crisp, clear images. A pre-assembled stainless steel tripod provides sturdy support in even the most rugged environments, and the accessory tray is a convenient spot for storing small items. Use 'The Sky' Level 1 planetarium software to help you identify what you're looking at; it's loaded with a 10,000-object database.... More >>

Celestron AstroMaster Series Telescopes w/ Altazimuth Mount - 70mm Aperture

Celestron AstroMaster Series Telescopes w/ Altazimuth Mount – 70mm Aperture is a post from: Meade Telescopes

• Ultraportable "day and night" telescope for folks on the go
• Includes telescope plus full-length aluminum tripod with retractable legs
• Rugged backpacks holds the telescope, tripod and all accessories
• Includes EZ Finder II red dot finder scope and two eyepieces for low-and high-power views
• Also includes Starry Night stargazing CD-ROM

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Here's a versatile telescope designed to pack up and go whenever you hit the road, the trail, or the air. It excels for daytime birding, nature study, and scenic long-distance viewing, and will take you way beyond the Earth's horizon after sunset for some casual nighttime stargazing and Moon-watching. The GoScope 70 features a 70mm achromatic lens system for high-resolution images of distant subjects. The scope sets up in seconds on the retractable aluminum tripod,newly upgraded to provide smoother motion and a wider, more stable stance. The three-way pan head allows smooth, easy pointing of the telescope. It comes with a correct-image prism diagonal, quality 20mm and 10mm Kellner eyepieces (1.25"), and EZ Finder II red dot finder scope. It's a complete observational system that tucks away neatly in the specially designed backpack! Includes Starry Night SE astronomy software. Weighs 6 lbs.... More >>

Orion GoScope 70mm Backpack Telescope

Orion GoScope 70mm Backpack Telescope is a post from: Meade Telescopes

• Refracting Telescope Perfect For Land Or Sky Viewing
• slow Motion Controls On Both Axes
• find & Track Objects With Precision Controls
• Includes A Red Dot Projection Viewfinder
• heavy-Duty Steel Tube Tripod Provides A Rock Solid Platform

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70MM Altazimuth Refractor Telescope... More >>

MEADE 20218 NG-70SM 70MM Altazimuth Refractor Telescope

MEADE 20218 NG-70SM 70MM Altazimuth Refractor Telescope is a post from: Meade Telescopes