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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
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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
4.5 / 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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Orion StarMax 90 Mak-Cass Telescope & Make It Zoom Kit
The Orion StarMax 90 Maksutov Cassegrain with Make it Zoom kit is perfect for exploring the solar system. The bundle includes the 90mm Mak-Cass telescope, Zooom! eyepiece, Shorty 2x Barlow, and the Beginning Stargazers toolkit -- a $137 savings!
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$379.99
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Orion GoScope 70 Refractor Telescope & StarGazer's Kit
3.8 / 5.0
A grab-and-go day and night telescope perfect for on-the-go astronomers! The included backpack case holds everything - telescope, diagonal, eyepieces, and red-dot finder. This affordable kit includes a Shorty Barlow, LensPen and Beginners Toolkit.
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FunScope Reflector Telescope and Tripod Bundle
We now provide the popular FunScope Reflector bundled with a sturdy field tripod and high-power 6.3mm eyepiece, so you can have fun enjoying the night sky anywhere, even if there isn't a table nearby to set the telescope on!
$119.99
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Orion GoScope 80mm Refractor Telescope and Tripod Bundle
4.6 / 5.0
If there isn't a table nearby when you want to stargaze, we now provide our Orion GoScope 80mm TableTop Refractor Telescope bundled with a sturdy field tripod so you can gaze at stars anywhere. Bundle also includes a high-power, 6.3mm eyepiece!
$199.99
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Orion StarMax 90mm Mak-Cass Telescope and Tripod Bundle
4.5 / 5.0
Our pint-sized power performer StarMax 90mm Maksutov-Cassegrain and Tripod Bundle will provide you and your family with pleasing, high-power views of the heavens whether there's a sturdy table nearby or not. Bundle also includes a 6.3mm eyepiece!
$299.99
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SkyScanner 100mm Reflector Telescope and Tripod Bundle
4.6 / 5.0
If there isn't a table at your favorite observing spot, we now provide our Orion SkyScanner 100mm TableTop Reflector Telescope bundled with a sturdy field tripod so you can scan the skies anywhere! An included 6.3mm eyepiece yields high-power views.
$199.99
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Orion 20x50mm Compact Spotting Scope
4.7 / 5.0
The petite Orion 20x50mm Compact Spotting Scope weighs less than a pound and is less than 8" long, yet it provides big 20x power views with a nice 4.3° field of view.
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Orion SkyQuest XT6 Classic Dobsonian Telescope
4.9 / 5.0
Are you looking for your first Dobsonian? The SkyQuest XT6 is a classic entry-level reflector at an amazing price. The XT6 is very portable, has a stable mount, is easy to operate and is affordable, making it a perfect telescope for the beginner.
$309.99
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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.
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Orion GoScope 80mm TableTop Refractor Telescope
4.9 / 5.0
The lightweight, compact design of the GoScope 80mm makes it perfect for the beginner and a great grab-and-go telescope. The red-dot finder makes it easy to locate objects in the night sky, and the 80mm allows you to see more than with the 70mm.
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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 Dobsonian that shows hundreds of objects in much more detail than a 60mm refractor (a classic beginner telescope). The sturdy mount with grip knob allow for easy maneuvering.
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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.
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Orion StarBlast 6 Astro Reflector Telescope
4.8 / 5.0
The StarBlast 6 reflector is a great telescope for the whole family. The lightweight and portable design allow you to set this up just about anywhere, and it packs away easily for storage or transport. Good for both planetary and deep sky observing.
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FunScope 76mm Tabletop Reflector Telescope
4.9 / 5.0
The compact FunScope 76mm allows you to see clearer and sharper images than the typical 60mm beginner telescope. The red-dot finder makes it easy to find objects in the sky. Set this telescope up on a table for a night full of family stargazing fun!
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Orion StarMax 90mm TableTop Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope
4.5 / 5.0
This table top 90mm Maksutov-Cassegrain is a lightweight and compact telescope for the beginning viewer that you can take anywhere. The red dot finder scope makes it easy to find objects in the sky. The mount can also be attached to a photo tripod.
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Orion XT4.5 Dobsonian Telescope & Beginner Barlow Kit
4.6 / 5.0
The Orion XT4.5 telescope is perfect for a beginner. It's a compact Dobsonian reflector that shows hundreds of objects in much more detail than a 60mm refractor (a classic beginner telescope). This kit includes a Barlow and stargazer toolkit.
$299.99
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Orion XT6 Classic Dobsonian Telescope & Beginner Barlow Kit
4.5 / 5.0
Are you looking for your first Dobsonian reflector? The SkyQuest XT6 is a classic entry-level telescope at an amazing price. The XT6 is easy to operate, affordable, and this bundle comes with a 2x Shorty Barlow and the Beginning Stargazers toolkit.
$349.99
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Orion GoScope II 70mm Refractor Travel Telescope
4.5 / 5.0
This ultraportable day and night telescope is perfect for on-the-go astronomers. It is very easy to set up on the tripod, and includes a 5x24 finder scope and two eyepieces (25mm and 10mm). Comes with a backpack so you can take it anywhere you want!
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