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I bought this telescope for my 6 yr. daughter. It's a good telescope and good price for a starter. I didn't want to spend too much money and have her use it once. Easy to setup (comes in many pieces) and use. Comes with extra different size scopes. I have to say .. I few mfg. screws fell out (the ones needed to hold it to the stand). We easily replaced them with a slightly wider screw and it hasn't been a problem. Stand Height is adjustable. Doesn't fold up unless you take the support stand off (held on with screws). It has a good view .. it was pretty cool to see the markings in the moon. I recommend it for a beginner or young child. You get what you are paying for. This is a great price for a good+ telescope.

I bought mine several years ago and have never been disappointed with its performance. As for the self-appointed authorities on the subject, some people have limited space at home and wouldn't necessarily find the highly touted Dobsonian design to their liking. Frankly, I like a refractor better (though I've had reflectors as well, and found them satisfactory).

Given the combination of price and performance, I feel compelled to award this economical telescope four stars. So there!