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Vixen R130Sf 130mm f/5 Newtonian Reflector Telescope - R130Sf OTA only # 2604

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Brand Vixen Optics
Part Number 2604
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Manufacturer Description

This lightweight 5" reflector is a favorite of many new astronomers because it features remarkable light gathering with sharp images for its price and size. With a standard 20mm Plőssl, more than the entire moon fills the eyepiece. You'll view innumerable star clusters and dark clouds, not to mention nebulas and galaxies. Add a 32mm and the heavens open up with a remarkable 2.5 degree field of view! All of the stars in the Pleiades can be viewed at the same time. The visual observer will enjoy wide views of deep sky objects. Actual groups of nebula or clusters can be viewed at the same time with this instrument.

The R130Sf comes standard with the 6 x 30 finder and dovetail tube plate that fits very well on all the Vixen mounts. This is a scope you can start with on a basic user-friendly Porta Mount and later move up to one of our electronic mounts such as the Skypod or Sphinx.

Specifications:

- Optical tube: 130mm, Multi Coated, Newtonian Optical Tube
- Focal Length/F#: 650mm F/5.0
- Eyepieces:  PL20mm, PL 6.3mm
- Adapter Thread: 42mm/ For T-Ring
- Finder scope: 6 x 30 Finder
- Focuser: 31.7mm Push Fit
- Highest Useful Magnification: 260x
- Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 12.3
- Resolution: Rayleigh
- Resolving power: 0.89"
- Light Gathering Power: 345x
- Field of View: Standard eyepiece with LV20mm: 1.5 degrees - 40x
- Optical Coatings: Multi-coated
- Optical Tube Length: 575mm / 22.6 in
- Optical Diameter: 160mm /6.3 in
- Optical Tube Weight: 8.8 lb

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5.0 (Based on 2 Reviews) 100% of reviewers recommended this product.
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      Review by AhBok of 40 miles north of Graceland!.
      1391040000
      Jan 29, 2014

      5.0 Almost Perfect!

      Pros:

      Strong Construction,Lightweight,Cost effective,Easy to Use

      Cons:

      Difficult To Focus

      Comments:

      That is, almost perfect if you are looking for a 2nd or 3rd scope for travel, short outings or quick peeks. I got the Portamount II with the OTA. The only real weakness is the focuser, though it is not nearly as bad as some seem to think. The mirror is excellent as is the overall fit and finish. If this is your only scope, you will be tempted to replace the focuser with a 2" Crayford and the tripod with a wooden one or a tripod with 2" tubular legs. However, if you just need a lightweight rig to supplement your larger, heavier scope, then this is "almost perfect" as is.

      Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? Yes
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      This review was provided courtesy of AgenaAstro.com

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      Review by Lolly of San Diego, CA.
      1356393600
      Dec 24, 2012

      5.0 Excellent Scope

      Pros:

      Quality Lenses,Easy to Use,Lightweight,Compact

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      Comments:

      Excellent scope for a beginner or someone looking for a portable scope. Very clear images. It is light weight. Only drawback is it's made in China not Japan.

      Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? Yes
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      This review was provided courtesy of AgenaAstro.com

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      Specifications

      Telescope Aperture 5.12" (130mm)
      Manufacturer Vixen Optics
      Telescope Aperture 5in - 8in