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Saxon 8 Collapsible Dobsonian Telescope -8 inch

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@media screen and (max-width: 600px) { .mobile-hide { display: none !important; } } @media screen and (min-width: 601px) { .desktop-hide { display: none !important; } } The Saxon 8" Dobsonian Telescope offers ultimate convenience without compromising on optical quality. This tube comes with a wide aperture for deep sky viewing, and when you no longer require it, the tube collapses. Don't need to reassemble, just pull it out of the clasp when you need to use it again!    Features 203mm aperture 1200mm focal length (F/5.9) Retracts to shorter length for storage and transportation  Dobsonian Mount Includes 2 Plossl Eyepieces and a 9x50 Finderscope   This collapsible telescope was redesigned from the venerable standard 8" Dobsonian telescope to include some improvements and upgrades. Saxon's extensive research brought them to design a piece that collapses at its tube for portability. Should you ever need to transport your tube, it can be taken apart as two compact pieces and then assembled again for use - in mere seconds!  The Saxon 8 inch Dobsonian Telescope is also fitted with a quality Crayford focuser. Crayfords offer very smooth motion controls so you can make fine focus adjustments. It is also easy to collimate once set up, and it holds its collimation throughout the evening! The bearing system has been redesigned as well. The new Saxon Collapsible Dobsonians feature buttery smooth azimuth bearings. Just like the traditional Dobsonians, the new Collapsible Dobsonians feature Saxon's patented tension adjustment control on the altitude bearings. This eliminates the need and added cost of clumsy counterweight systems to balance the telescope. Tension Control HandleThis Saxon Dob is fitted with a Tension Control Handle (US Patent #6,940,642), to provide a tension adjuster so that users can easily turns to add or reduce tension, thereby increasing or decreasing the friction between the optical tube and the sideboard of the mount. Telescopes then need not be balanced in order to stay in position. A tension adjuster also allows the optical tube to stay in position although the tube can still be moved when prompted.  The Saxon 8" Dobsonian Telescope is covered by a 5-Year Warranty.    Recommended Accessories saxon Light Shroud for 8 Collapsible Dobsonian TelescopeReduces stray light escaping from the exposed steel tubes of a collapsible reflector telescope and protects against dew forming on the mirrors on humid nights. saxon ScopePix Smartphone Adapter 3sCapture images through your telescope on your smartphone using the ScopePix Smartphone Adapter 3s. Perfect for getting started with astrophotography! Celestron Omni 2x Barlow LensDouble the magnification of your telescope with a barlow lens. Highly recommended if you are interested in viewing the planets. Don't go without it! saxon Push Guide Smartphone AdapterReplace the stock finderscope with a Push Guide Smartphone Adapter to help you navigate the sky using planetarium guidance apps such as StarWalk 2. saxon Optical Lens Cleaning KitKeep your telescope and lenses in top shape by cleaning them of any dust and debris.   saxon Light Shroud for 8 Collapsible Dobsonian TelescopeReduces stray light escaping from the exposed steel tubes of a collapsible reflector telescope and protects against dew forming on the mirrors on humid nights. saxon ScopePix Smartphone Adapter 3sCapture images through your telescope on your smartphone! Celestron Omni 2x Barlow LensDouble the magnification of your telescope! Highly recommended if you are interested in viewing the planets. saxon Push Guide Smartphone AdapterReplace the stock finderscope with a Push Guide Smartphone Adapter to help you navigate the sky with your smartphone. saxon Optical Lens Cleaning KitKeep your telescope and lenses in top shape by cleaning them of any dust and debris.     About saxon - High Quality Optics The Saxon brand commits to quality and research. The company develops a range of binoculars, telescopes, microscopes and accessories with the understanding of its user’s priorities and needs. Saxon has built each product around the knowledge that everyone’s viewing requirements are different, proven through each precise and well though out product line. Browse a range of Saxon optical products and you'll find that every glass has been designed to help every viewer see only the best in every situation. Product Code: 239128
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    The Saxon 8" Dobsonian Telescope offers ultimate convenience without compromising on optical quality. This tube comes with a wide aperture for deep sky viewing, and when you no longer require it, the tube collapses. Don't need to reassemble, just pull it out of the clasp when you need to use it again! 

     

    Features

    • 203mm aperture
    • 1200mm focal length (F/5.9)
    • Retracts to shorter length for storage and transportation 
    • Dobsonian Mount
    • Includes 2 Plossl Eyepieces and a 9x50 Finderscope

     

    This collapsible telescope was redesigned from the venerable standard 8" Dobsonian telescope to include some improvements and upgrades. Saxon's extensive research brought them to design a piece that collapses at its tube for portability. Should you ever need to transport your tube, it can be taken apart as two compact pieces and then assembled again for use - in mere seconds! 

    The Saxon 8 inch Dobsonian Telescope is also fitted with a quality Crayford focuser. Crayfords offer very smooth motion controls so you can make fine focus adjustments. It is also easy to collimate once set up, and it holds its collimation throughout the evening!

    The bearing system has been redesigned as well. The new Saxon Collapsible Dobsonians feature buttery smooth azimuth bearings. Just like the traditional Dobsonians, the new Collapsible Dobsonians feature Saxon's patented tension adjustment control on the altitude bearings. This eliminates the need and added cost of clumsy counterweight systems to balance the telescope.

    Tension Control Handle
    This Saxon Dob is fitted with a Tension Control Handle (US Patent #6,940,642), to provide a tension adjuster so that users can easily turns to add or reduce tension, thereby increasing or decreasing the friction between the optical tube and the sideboard of the mount. Telescopes then need not be balanced in order to stay in position. A tension adjuster also allows the optical tube to stay in position although the tube can still be moved when prompted. 

    The Saxon 8" Dobsonian Telescope is covered by a 5-Year Warranty. 

     

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    Reduces stray light escaping from the exposed steel tubes of a collapsible reflector telescope and protects against dew forming on the mirrors on humid nights.
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    saxon ScopePix Smartphone Adapter 3s saxon Push Guide Smartphone Adapter
    Replace the stock finderscope with a Push Guide Smartphone Adapter to help you navigate the sky with your smartphone.
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    saxon Optical Lens Cleaning Kit saxon Optical Lens Cleaning Kit
    Keep your telescope and lenses in top shape by cleaning them of any dust and debris.

    Shopping Cart Icon

     

     

    About saxon - High Quality Optics

    The Saxon brand commits to quality and research. The company develops a range of binoculars, telescopes, microscopes and accessories with the understanding of its user’s priorities and needs. Saxon has built each product around the knowledge that everyone’s viewing requirements are different, proven through each precise and well though out product line. Browse a range of Saxon optical products and you'll find that every glass has been designed to help every viewer see only the best in every situation.

    Product Code: 239128

    More Information
    Optical DesignNewtonian Reflector
    Aperture203mm
    Focal Length1200mm
    Focal Ratio5.9
    Highest Magnification406x
    Mount TypeDobsonian mount
    Dovetail TypeVixen
    Eyepiece 1Plossl 25mm
    Eyepiece 2Plossl 10mm
    Finderscope Make9x50
    Tube Length32 x (83.5 - 111.5)cm
    Electronic Hand ControlNo
    Motor DriveNo
    Warranty Information5 Years
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