Skywatcher Explorer 130

An excellent introduction to astronomy! 

"Our first test on the Sky-Watcher Explorer-130 was to check the collimation of the mirrors, which we found were well aligned. This scope has one of the largest mirrors in its price range, which is a great asset because it means it can gather more light...Optically, the quality of the field of view while studying the star Altair was very good using the supplied 25mm eyepiece. The star remained sharp across 80 per cent of the view, with only slight distortion close to the field edges….Taking everything into account, this telescope made observing the night sky enjoyable and relatively hassle free….great views coupled with ease of use."
BBC Sky At Night Magazine

Skywatcher Explorer 130 review

Features

• Magnifications (with optics supplied): x36, x72, x90, x180
• Highest Practical Power (Potential): x260
• Diameter of Primary Mirror: 130mm
• Telescope Focal Lengh: 900mm (f/6.92)
• Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
• x2 Barlow Lens
• Red Dot Finder
• EQ2 Equatorial Mount
• Aluminium Tripod with Accessory Tray
• 30% more Light Gathering than 114mm