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Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope Kit
4.9 / 5.0
The SkyQuest XT8 Classic reflector has features for both beginners and experienced users. It has a large aperture, the stable base glides easily to give you total pointing control, and this package includes a Barlow and Beginning Stargazer's Toolkit.
$489.99
3 easy payments of $163.33
With payment plan
If purchased separately
$541.94
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Orion StarBlast II 4.5 Equatorial Reflector Telescope
4.6 / 5.0
The Orion StarBlast II 4.5 EQ Reflector is a perfect family telescope. Its short focal length allows you to see more of the sky, which makes it easier for beginners to find objects. Includes 25mm and 10mm Plossl eyepieces, MoonMap 260, and more!
$199.99
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Orion StarBlast II 4.5 EQ Reflector & AstroTrack Motor Drive
4.6 / 5.0
This combination of the StarBlast II 4.5 EQ Reflector and AstroTrack Motor Drive is a complete telescope setup that's ideal for any backyard astronomer who wants to enjoy the benefits of motorized tracking with a wide-field optical instrument.
$229.99
If purchased separately
$269.98
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Orion SkyQuest XT8 PLUS Dobsonian Reflector Telescope
This deluxe upgrade of our XT8 Classic telescope boasts a redesigned Dobsonian base, adjustable altitude-axis tension, 2" dual-speed Crayford focuser, and a host of other features and included accessories to enhance your stargazing experience.
$549.99
3 easy payments of $183.33
With payment plan
If purchased separately
$564.98
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Orion SkyScanner 100mm TableTop Reflector Telescope Kit
The SkyScanner 100mm TableTop Reflector Kit is a perfect starter telescope that is large enough to view night sky objects such as the Moon, planets, and bright nebulas and star clusters, yet compact enough to sit on a desk or store in your closet.
$144.99
If purchased separately
$165.95
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Orion Limited Edition SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Bundle
4.9 / 5.0
Celebrate with the stars this holiday season with a limited edition ruby-red SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian.This special version of our best-selling 8" Classic Dobsonian reflector telescope includes a 35mm DeepView 2" eyepiece and Shorty 2x Barlow!
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Orion StarBlast 62mm Compact Travel Refractor Telescope
5.0 / 5.0
Extremely portable at 3.1lbs. and just over a foot long with its lens shade retracted, the finely crafted StarBlast 62mm Compact Travel Refractor packs a ton of performance into its small telescope body and can be used for any type of observing.
$399.99
3 easy payments of $133.33
With payment plan
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Orion SkyQuest XT8 PLUS Dobsonian Reflector Telescope Kit
4.9 / 5.0
This deluxe upgrade of our XT8 Classic telescope boasts a redesigned Dobsonian base, adjustable altitude-axis tension, 2" dual-speed Crayford focuser, and a host of other upgrades and included accessories to enhance your stargazing experience.
$699.99
3 easy payments of $233.33
With payment plan
If purchased separately
$844.97
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Orion SkyScanner 100mm TableTop Reflector Telescope
4.7 / 5.0
The SkyScanner 100mm table top reflector is a perfect starter telescope. It is large enough to view night sky objects such as the Moon, planets, and bright nebulas and star clusters, yet compact enough to sit on a desk or store in your closet.
$109.99
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Orion SkyQuest XT4.5 Classic Dobsonian Telescope
4.8 / 5.0
The Orion XT4.5 telescope is perfect for a beginner. It's a compact 114mm-aperture Dobsonian that shows hundreds of objects in much more detail than a typical 60mm-aperture beginner telescope. The sturdy Dobsonian mount is easy to set up and use.
$299.99
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Orion StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector Telescope
4.7 / 5.0
Good affordable beginner reflector telescope with 4.5" diameter mirror lens provides clear views of the Moon, planets, and brighter deep-sky objects. Portable design with compact, pre-assembled tabletop base makes setup easy for the whole family.
$199.99
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Orion StarBlast 6 Astro Reflector Telescope
4.8 / 5.0
The StarBlast 6 is a great telescope for the whole family. Its portable design allows you to use the reflector just about anywhere, and it packs away easily for storage and transport. Good for both planetary and deep sky observations.
$349.99
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Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope
4.8 / 5.0
The SkyQuest XT8 Classic has features for both beginners and experienced stargazers. Its large aperture will help you see more. Its stable base glides easily and gives you total control to point at any celestial object. All for an affordable price.
$449.99
3 easy payments of $150.00
With payment plan
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Orion SkyQuest XT8g Computerized GoTo Dobsonian Telescope
4.5 / 5.0
Automatically locate and track 42,000 celestial objects with the Orion SkyQuest XT8g telescope and included computerized GoTo system. Provides bright, clear, crisp images of deep-sky objects as well as the moon and planets.
$1,249.99
3 easy payments of $416.66
With payment plan
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Orion SkyQuest XT10g Computerized GoTo Dobsonian Telescope
4.8 / 5.0
The Orion SkyQuest XT10g GoTo Dobsonian is ideal for seeing details of deep space objects as well as the Moon and planets. Fully computerized GoTo system finds and automatically tracks any of over 42,000 celestial objects for extensive observation.
$1,649.99
3 easy payments of $550.00
With payment plan
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Orion SkyQuest XT12g GoTo Dobsonian Telescope
4.9 / 5.0
The Orion SkyQuest XT12g Dobsonian is perfect for the advanced viewer that wants to see details on the Moon and planets as well as faint deep-sky objects. Fully computerized GoTo system finds and automatically tracks any of 42,000 celestial objects.
$2,049.99
3 easy payments of $683.33
With payment plan
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Orion Build-A-Scope 8" IntelliScope Dobsonian Telescope
5.0 / 5.0
The Orion Build-A-Scope 8" Intelliscope is great for the intermediate viewer. It allows you to choose accessories that fit your specific needs. This smart 8"-aperture "push-to" Dobsonian can lead you to over 14,000 celestial objects to explore.
Starting Price
$699.99
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Orion 8" f/3.9 Newtonian Astrograph Reflector Telescope
4.8 / 5.0
Our 8" aperture deep-sky imaging specialist has features usually reserved for much pricier astrophotography telescopes. The 8" f/3.9 Newtonian Astrograph features nine internal baffle rings, a recessed and reinforced focuser, and exceptional optics.
$499.99
3 easy payments of $166.66
With payment plan
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Orion 10" f/3.9 Newtonian Astrograph Reflector Telescope
4.6 / 5.0
A very affordable 10" telescope, capable of capturing incredibly deep images, the Orion 10" f/3.9 Newtonian reflector astrograph is an amazing performer. The coatings are 94% reflective, and the 2" dual speed crayford focuser is rock solid.
$699.99
3 easy payments of $233.33
With payment plan
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