The Celestron FirstScope 76 Telescope 2009 International Year of Astronomy kit is a wonderful keepsake for anyone interested in astronomy. This quality Dobsonian style Reflector Telescope features a 76 mm aperture reflector optical tube, more than enough to reveal Saturn's ring system, polar caps on Mars and the cloud belts of Jupiter. The Celestron First Scope Telescope is an ideal entry level astronomical telescope. It is very easy to observe with, the user simply navigates the night sky by moving the tube in the direction of their desired object, making the viewing experience simple and enjoyable. The compact design of this Telescope makes it easy enough to take with you on your next outdoor adventure. Includes two eyepieces with 15x and 75x magnification.
Celestron First-Scope Telescopes are also stylish enough to be a decorative fixture on your bookshelf or desk. The portable Celestron Telescope pays tribute to Galileo Galilei and many of history's most notable astronomers and scientists by displaying their names around the optical tube. Celestron honors the contributions of these men and women, who brought us one step closer to understanding the universe around us.
Specifications:
Optical Design: Dobsonian Reflector
Aperture: 76 mm (2.99 in)
Focal Length: 300 mm (11.81 in)
Focal Ratio: 3.95
Eyepiece 1: 20 mm (0.79 in)
Magnification 1: 15 x
Eyepiece 2: 4 mm (0.16 in)
Magnification 2: 75 x
Weight: 69 oz (1956.12 g)
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