Meade Original 2080 8 Inch SCT on fork mount with built in Clock Drive, Wedge, Tripod, 6x30 finderscope, 1.25" Diagonal and hard carry case
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Product Description:
NOT A GO TO MOUNT, but will track sky as earth rotates. The Meade Original 2080 8-Inch Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope is a classic, high-quality optical instrument built for serious stargazing and astrophotography. This unit is in great condition with little to no signs of use, making it a well-preserved example of Meade’s renowned craftsmanship. It comes mounted on a sturdy fork mount with a built-in clock drive for smooth tracking of celestial objects. Included are the equatorial wedge and tripod for stable alignment, a 6x30 mm straight-through finderscope, a 1.25" eyepiece holder, a 1.25" diagonal prism, and a fitted hard carry case with foam interior. Also included are the power cord and four Allen keys, ensuring you have everything you need to begin observing.
Key Specs:
- Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope (SCT)
- Aperture: 8 inches (203mm)
- Focal Length: 2000mm (f/10)
- Mount: Fork mount with built-in clock drive
- Accessories: Equatorial wedge, tripod, 6x30 straight finderscope, 1.25" diagonal prism, eyepiece holder, power cord, Allen keys
- Case: Hard carry case with foam interior for safe transport and storage
Use Cases:
- Deep-sky observing of galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters
- Planetary and lunar viewing with crisp, detailed resolution
- Long exposure astrophotography with stable clock drive tracking
- Portable setup for field astronomy with protective case included