Named Official Product of the International Year of Astronomy 2009, the FirstScope pays tribute to the men and women who brought us one step closer to understanding the Universe around us!
In 1609, world-renowned Italian scientist, Galileo Galilei, introduced an elementary telescope to the growing astronomy community which sparked interest into the mysterious night sky for centuries to come. Four centuries later, in celebration of the International Year of Astronomy 2009, Celestron offers the portable FirstScope Telescope. The FirstScope pays tribute to Galileo Galilei and many of history’s most notable astronomers and scientists by displaying their names around the optical tube. We honor the contributions of these men and women, who brought us one step closer to understanding the universe around us.
The FirstScope is a wonderful keepsake for anyone interested in astronomy. This quality Dobsonian style telescope features a 76 mm aperture reflector optical tube. FirstScope is an ideal entry level astronomical telescope. It is very easy to observe with, the user simply navigates the night sky by moving the tube in the direction of their desired object, making the viewing experience a snap! The compact design makes it easy enough to take with you on your next outdoor adventure. FirstScope is also stylish enough to be a decorative fixture on your bookshelf or desk.
Features include:
- Named Official Product of International Year of Astronomy 2009, FirstScope pays tribute to the men and women who brought us one step closer to understanding the universe around us!
- High quality Dobsonian style stand with a 76 mm reflector optical tube make FirstScope an ideal entry level astronomical telescope.
- Portable and lightweight table-top design makes it easy to store, transport and setup your FirstScope telescope
- FirstScope is very easy to observe with, the user simply navigates the night sky by moving the tube in the direction of their desired object.
- Stylish and decorative design makes FirstScope a wonderful keepsake for anyone interested in astronomy.
Packaged in a compact size, this Dobsonian telescope packs a powerful optical punch! This 76mm (300mm focal length) portable scope comes fully assembled in the box and is a handsome piece of equipment with nicely appointed finishing touches.
Smooth rack and pinion focuser makes focusing a dream. The tilt and swivel base also has a smooth motion and is easily adjustable with the large tensioning knob.
This telescope comes complete with two eyepieces: 20mm gives 15x magnification and 4mm gives a powerful 75x magnification.
Not only is this an amazing telescope for exploring the wonders of the Universe, it can easily explore your backyard and neighbourhood showing wonderful details in nature.