SkyWatcher Explorer-130PS (130/650) Newtonian reflector on Avant mount

This SkyWatcher Explorer 130PS Newton (mirror) telescope is one of the highest performace instrument in the beginner's recommended segment. With it's 1 main mirror it can be used for Deep Sky objects observations besides the Moon or planet hunting. Under a clear sky up to 500 Deep Sky objects are visible. It's an ideal telescope for travelling thanks to it's short build.30mm

While most small telescopes utilize spherical mirror, this scope offers mirror which makes it suitable for observations with higher magnifications. The F/5 aperture is a high advantage in portabilty, utilizing and balancing since the tube is short. The main use is in smaller magnifications, however it's excellent image quality allows higher magnifications and even using a Barlow lens. The package includes a 10mm and a 25mm eyepieces (26x and 65x magnifications) which can be extended up to 260x magnification with optional eyepieces and Barlow lenses. Finding objects is assisted by the included red dot (StarPointer) finder. Secondary mirror is 34,5mm which causes only 26% shadow in the center which slight effect on contrast.parabolical 

The AVANT AZ-EQ mount can be used both in azimuthal or equatorial mode. Its modern design makes it very easy and precise to operate. You can fine-tune the position of the instrument easily with high magnifications also. From Horizon to Zenith  you can accurately point to all types of celestial bodies. It has a sturdy tripod, yet it is very light and foldable in a small space.