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Orion StarSeeker II 130 GoTo Reflector & SkyLine Kit
5.0 / 5.0
The Orion StarSeeker II 130 GoTo reflector and SkyLine Kit pairs the larger 130mm optical tube on a fully computerized GoTo mount with the SkyLine green laser pointer, Shorty 2x Barlow, and Beginning Stargazer Toolkit, all for one great price.
$479.99
3 easy payments of $160.00
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Orion StarSeeker II 130mm GoTo Reflector Telescope
3.8 / 5.0
The Orion StarSeeker II 130mm GoTo reflector is a great computerized telescope at an affordable price. With the SkyAlign feature, you align the mount by pointing to three bright stars, and you don't even have to know the names of the stars!
$399.99
3 easy payments of $133.33
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Orion Lunar Explorer Telescope Bundle
The whole family will enjoy great views of the Moon with this value-packed telescope bundle which includes our Observer 60 AZ refractor telescope, a power-boosting 2x Shorty Barlow Lens, a glare-fighting Moon Filter, handy Moon Map, and Star Target
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Orion Observer 60mm Altazimuth Refractor Telescope
4.6 / 5.0
The Observer 60mm is perfect for the young beginner. It has a red dot finder scope that makes it easy to find objects. The light weight tripod and optical tube make it very portable. It includes everything you need to get started viewing.
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Orion Observer 60mm AZ Refractor & Starter Kit
This affordable telescope and accessory bundle is a great choice for kids who are interested in starting a lifelong appreciation of stargazing. Includes a complete 60mm refractor telescope, Astronomy book, Moon Map, and Star Target planisphere.
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Orion SpaceProbe 3 Altazimuth Reflector Telescope
4.8 / 5.0
Affordable and easy to use, the Orion SpaceProbe 3 is a great nighttime telescope for kids and the whole family. Youngsters will enjoy taking the SpaceProbe 3 out to the backyard for great views of the Moon, planets and more.
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Orion SpaceProbe 3 AZ Reflector Telescope & Starter Kit
5.0 / 5.0
This 3" reflector telescope and accessory bundle is a perfect for children who are interested in stargazing. Includes a complete 3" altazimuth refractor telescope, Astronomy book, Moon Map, and Star Target planisphere.
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Orion Observer 70mm Altazimuth Refractor Telescope
4.4 / 5.0
This is a great beginner telescope for all ages. The sturdy tripod and Altazimuth mount allow easy movement and tracking for daytime and nighttime viewing. The 70mm allows you to see objects brighter and in more detail than the 60mm.
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Orion Observer 70mm Equatorial Refractor Telescope
4.8 / 5.0
The Observer 70mm is affordable and easy to operate. It has brighter more detailed view than the 60mm. The telescope comes with everything you need to start observing right away. This is a great beginner telescope.
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Orion SpaceProbe 3 Equatorial Reflector Telescope
4.2 / 5.0
The Orion SpaceProbe 3 is a great beginner's telescope at a great price. It is perfect for viewing the moon, planets, and some nebulas. A very portable, light weight, and uncomplicated telescope.
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Orion StarBlast 4.5 Equatorial Reflector Telescope
4.6 / 5.0
The Orion StarBlast 4.5 EQ Reflector is a perfect family telescope. The short focal length allows you to see more of the sky, which makes it easier for beginners to find objects. The adjustable tripod makes this a good choice for the whole family.
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Orion SpaceProbe 130ST Equatorial Reflector Telescope
4.7 / 5.0
The Orion SpaceProbe 130ST reflector telescope is perfect for the more serious beginner or intermediate stargazer. With a 130mm parabolic primary mirror, the 130ST provides great views of deep-sky objects on the included EQ-2 mount and stable tripod.
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Orion SpaceProbe 130 EQ Reflector Telescope
4.4 / 5.0
The SpaceProbe 130EQ is an affordable beginner telescope. The classic long-tube Newtonian design allows for all around great performance. The EQ-2 mount is very sturdy and you can add the optional electronic drive for automatic tracking.
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Orion Apex 90mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope
4.8 / 5.0
The Orion Apex 90mm Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope is both high power and compact - perfect for the beginner for both astronomy and terrestrial viewing. The correct-image finder scope makes locating objects a cinch.
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Orion Apex 102mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope
4.7 / 5.0
The compact yet powerful Orion Apex 102mm Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope is great for observers wanting to get fantastic views during the night or day. Small enough that you can tuck it into a daypack or store it on a bookshelf.
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Orion ShortTube 80-T Refractor Telescope
4.7 / 5.0
The ShortTube 80-T is ideal for beginning stargazing or terrestrial viewing. This scope offers a wide field of view with sharper images and better definition and contrast. Attaches to Orion equatorial mounts or photo tripods.
$179.99
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Orion ShortTube 80-A Refractor Telescope
4.6 / 5.0
An upgraded version of the ShortTube 80, the 80-A is very portable and is perfect for the beginning astronomer. Wide field of view makes it ideal for deep sky viewing. The refractor optical tube attaches easily to any Orion telescope mount.
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Orion ShortTube 80 Equatorial Refractor Telescope
4.0 / 5.0
The beginner can explore the planets, moon, and bright deep-sky objects with the Orion ShortTube 80 EQ. It is easy to take outside and set up and can be used on a tripod as a daytime spotting scope. Track objects easily with the slow motion controls.
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Orion Observer 70 AZ Refractor Telescope & SkyLine Kit
This great beginner telescope kit for all ages shows more detail than a 60mm refractor. The sturdy altazimuth mount allows stable, smooth tracking for daytime and nighttime viewing. Includes SkyLine Laser Pointer and educational Beginning Toolkit.
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Orion StarMax 90 Mak-Cass Telescope & Planetary Kit
5.0 / 5.0
The Orion StarMax 90 Maksutov Cassegrain and Planetary Kit is perfect for exploring our solar system neighbors. The bundle includes the 90mm Mak-Cass, three telescope eyepieces, Shorty 2x Barlow, stargazers toolkit and a set of planetary filters.
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