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For sale is a 4.5″ Equatorial Reflecting TelescopeModel Meade 4504 Specifications: Primary (main) mirror focal length: 910mmPrimary mirror diameter: 4.5″ (114mm)Focal ratio: f/8Mounting: German equatorialThis is a superb, used but in good working order, well made Newtonian reflecting telescope with tack sharp optics, a German equatorial mount, counterweight and shaft, slow motion controls, and a two-section heavy duty tripod. Also included is an ensemble of three eyepieces (20mm, 12.5mm and 4mm, size 24mm) and a 3x Barlow adaptor. The instruction manual is also included. The scope uses a rack-and-pinion focuser. It comes with a 6×30 viewfinder.The telescope is vintage, beautifully preserved, and is made in Taiwan, NOT MADE IN CHINA. The difference in quality of manufacture is immense, this is built like a tank. The savvy astronomers will know what I am talking about. The Model 4500 is an easy-to-operate, high performance 4.5″ (114mm) reflecting telescope, intended for astronomical observing.Equipped with a deluxe equatorial mount and aluminium tripod, the telescopes motion is continuously adjustable for tracking celestial objects. Your telescope comes to you ready for adventure; it will be your companion in a universe of planets,galaxies, and stars. Please note that the Model 4500 is a Newtonian reflecting telescope optimised for astronomical observing performance, and is not intended for terrestrial observing.Fully serviced professionally, including alcohol optics clean-up,alignment and laser collimation, as well as general cleaning and greasing /lubrication of mount and focuser.[PLEASE READ] There are a couple of dents on the tube. A few millimetres in size. These are only cosmetic and have no effect on the operation and efficiency of the scope. I have photographed and pointed out these in a separate image. Due to size and weight of item, as well as high postage cost, it is listed as a no-return.
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