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BARSKA 40070 Starwatcher Compact Refractor Telescope with Table Top Tripod And Carrying Case
- Portable refractor telescope for aspiring astronomers
- 300x maximum power with 70mm objective lens
- Eyepieces with 3x Barlow lens
- Includes pan-head tripod and carrying case
- Includes tripod and carrying case
Product Description
Max power: 300x, Focal Length (mm) 400, Finder scope: 5×24, Draw Tube (inch): 1.25, Eyepiece#1:SR4, Eyepiece #2: K20, Diagonal: 45°, .Amazon.com Product Description
The Barska 40070 Starwatcher Compact Refractor Telescope with Table Top Tripod and Carrying Case is an ideal telescope for the aspiring amateur astronomer. Ideal for students or those interested in learning more about the night sky, the 70mm objective lens can zoom up to 300x power. Use one of the interchangeable eyepieces with a 3x power Barlow lens for increased viewing capability. A pan-head mount and tripod is included with the telescope along with a handy carrying case. Take this portable telescope outdoors at night and the stars w… More >>
BARSKA 40070 Starwatcher Compact Refractor Telescope with Table Top Tripod And Carrying Case
Roy H. Elgin
December 11th, 2009 at 12:37 am
This is the biggest box of pure JUNK I have ever wasted my money on, Please DO NOT BUY THIS it is a rip off.
Rating: 1 / 5
Dissatisfied customer
December 11th, 2009 at 3:10 am
Optics planet emailed me and coaxed me into removing my negative feedback on this useless telescope(read similar reviews) with a useless manual. Then they broke every agreement we had on how to ship, exchange, etc. They sent me a link and that was it . No personal service even though I asked them up front for it. Don’t buy from this company.
Rating: 1 / 5
Robert L. Everett
December 11th, 2009 at 5:23 am
For what it costs, this is a reasonable quality item. Its objective lens seems to be reasonable quality, Its high mag eyepiece is a little shy on eye relief, and gives a kind of blotchy image, which, nontheless is reasonably sharp. Its low mag eyepiece functions well, and gives a good image. As an astronomical telescope it’s not a great item. It lacks a polar mount, and although its mount has some fine-movement capability, it’s a little floppy. As a low power terestrial scope up to 60X it’s resolution is good and it performs very well. Carrying case is nice. It’s no free lunch, but a nice little snack. -30-
Rating: 4 / 5
Ann P. Sam Chong
December 11th, 2009 at 6:20 am
I am very satisfied with the condition I received my Barska Starwatcher and it has proven very successful in its usage.
The proper packaging ensured that the telescope arrive safe and intact within reasonable time which is a plus in favour of Amazon.
Many thanks.
Ann
Rating: 4 / 5
J. Bielby
December 11th, 2009 at 7:38 am
I purchased this telescope with a specific purpose in mind. My office overlooks a golf course where a PGA event is held. I bought this and a USB camera eyepiece, to watch the golf tournament on my laptop. Worked great and I was able to accomplish my goal for under $100.
This is a great inexpensive telescope that would be suitable as a starter or 1st telescope, worked well for the purpose I got it for.
Rating: 4 / 5