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WTB: Scope for a 7-year old kid

Posted: Tue Aug 21, 2012 11:10 pm
by orly_andico
my wife's colleague's daughter suddenly piped up and said she wants a telescope for her birthday.

my immediate answer was Orion Starblast.

but does anyone have alternatives? (and no i do not consider the various Powerseekers and Astromasters to be suitable telescopes for 7-year old kids - or anyone, for that matter).

Re: WTB: Scope for a 7-year old kid

Posted: Wed Sep 05, 2012 3:56 pm
by Dark Neptune
Hi,

Not too long ago earlier this year I sold my Starblast to Astrobargains for 2nd-hand scope sales. I am not sure if Joo Beng(owner of astrobargains) still have it, you can email him to check.

Re: WTB: Scope for a 7-year old kid

Posted: Thu Sep 06, 2012 7:06 pm
by John Dasson
Hi Orly,

I've recently purchased a Celestron Nexstar SLT 130, its less than 3 weeks old and in absolutely perfect condition. I'm looking to sell it though. Purchased it from Astro Scientific at the science center for $1064. I'm willing to part with it for $900 if you're keen. Let me know if you are.