is bushnell telescope good quality? do you reccomend for beginners? or recomend any other better if you know.?
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The biggest rule for first time telescope buyers: DON'T BUY BASED ON MAGNIFICATION!\n\nWhat do you want to do with your telescope? Look at planets? Galaxies? Double stars? Each goal has a telescope that is better for that goal. Do you want to do terrestrial viewing also? if so, you want an 'erector prism'. If you want to take pictures, you want an equatorial mount. Otherwise, an alt-az or dobsonian mount can often give a larger scope for the money. Make sure the mount is STURDY.\n\nHow much are you willing to spend? Remember that for good scopes,the set of eyepieces costs about as much as the scope itself.\n\nOrion, Meade and Celestron are the main beginner scopes of good quality. Don't get *anything* from a discount store! Check out Sky&Telescope magazine for the last year or so for reviews.\n\nRecommendation: If you are really a beginner, consider investing in a good pair of 7x50 or 10x50 binoculars with full multi-coating. They are portable, can give views of a surprising number of astronomical things, allow you to learn the night sky, and can be used even if you decide not to do astronomy again. Even though I have three telescopes, my binoculars get more use for astronomy.
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I am not exactly certain what you are looking for.  There are binoculars especially make for atronomy.   Binoculars made for astronomical observation are met to be used with a sturdy tripod. They are too powerful to be hand held and too heavy.  They have very large objective lenses to gather as much light as possible. \n\nCelestron specialized in astronomical binoculars and they are reasonably priced.  A pair of 20x80 binoculars are about $169.00.  You will also need to spend quite a bit on a tripod. \n\nYou will find that there is a problem attempting to use heavy binoculars that have straight through viewing.  That is that you can not look at objects overhead.  You really require a 90 degree offset in the eyepiece.  Apogee makes a pair of that type that are somewhat more expensive, but if your are serious, you might very well be happier with that type.  They cost about $699.00.  That however is a whole lot less expensive than a similar pair made by Oberwerk--$1,300.\n\nIf you are interested in a pair of binoculars that you can use to look at the stars, then a pair of 10x50 is a good bet but they can be difficult to hold steady.  8x40 are much easier to hold steady.  7x50 give a very bright image because the gather a lot of light. \n\nGet a pair of good 8x40 binoculars and they will be great for looking at birds too. If you wear glasses get a pair with a long eye relief.  Celestron makes a pair of 8x42 Outland for $66.00 with 19 mm eye relief.  Frankly, I do not know how they sell them that cheaply. \n\nIf you seriously wish to do astronomical observation, you would be better advised to consider a telescope. \n\nCelestron makes a 90mm telescope called the C90.  I have one which I use for birding.  It is not the greatest in the world but it is not expensive $159.  And you can purchase additional eyepieces to increase the magnification. \n\nI am enclosing a link of a site that sell all of these and more.
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yes i used on more than 10 years ago, for fun. it is most helpful when u go to a course that u have never played on. it will keep u out of the 100's. the first year i got a set was in 1995 and i played 300+ times that year on many course all over my state, south carolina, alabama, and tenn. I averaged 73 for the whole year long. they are great. bushnell makes the best ones.
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Make a Simple Telescope\nYou will need the following: \ntwo magnifying glasses - perhaps 1 - 1.5 inches (2.5-3 cm) diameter (it works best if one is larger than the other) \na cardboard tube - paper towel roll or gift-wrapping paper roll (it helps if it is long) \nduct tape \nscissors \na ruler, yard stick, or tape measure \nsheet of printed paper - newspaper or magazine will do \nTo assemble your telescope, do the following: \nGet the two magnifying glasses and a sheet of printed paper. \nHold one magnifying glass (the bigger one) between you and the paper. The image of the print will look blurry. \nPlace the second magnifying glass between your eye and the first magnifying glass. \nMove the second glass forward or backward until the print comes into sharp focus. You will notice that the print appears larger and upside down. \nHave a friend measure the distance between the two magnifying glasses and write the distance down. \nCut a slot in the cardboard tube near the front opening about an inch (2.5 cm) away. Do not cut all the way through the tube. The slot should be able to hold the large magnifying glass. \nCut a second slot in the tube the same distance from the first slot as your friend wrote down. This is where the second magnifying glass will go. \nPlace the two magnifying glasses in their slots (big one at front, little one at back) and tape them in with the duct tape \nLeave about 0.5 - 1 inch (1 - 2 cm) of tube behind the small magnifying glass and cut off any excess tube remaining. \nCheck to see that it works by looking at the printed page. You may have to play slightly to get the exact distances between the two glasses right so that the image comes to a focus. \nWith your telescope, you should be able to see the moon and some star clusters as well as birds, etc. \n\n+++++++++++++++++++++++\n\nMake a Simple Microscope\nYou can make a simple microscope by using magnifying glasses and paper: \nGet two magnifying glasses and a sheet of printed paper. \nHold one magnifying glass a short distance above the paper. The image of the print will look a little bit larger. \nPlace the second magnifying glass between your eye and the first magnifying glass. \nMove the second glass up or down until the print comes into sharp focus. You will notice that the print appears larger than it does in the first magnifying glass. \n\nI've included two links below for this and other info.\n\nMyst
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http://www.c2gr4s1r.com/results.php?keyword=Setup+For+A+Bushnell+Telescope+78+3650
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Learn as much as you can, get the best optics you can afford (telescope, or just a plain old pair of binoculars will do)..... and practise observing every chance you get.\n\nThe Moon, Jupiter + Orion are good objects to practise on (when visible).\n\nSTARRY NIGHT is a great piece of software to learn about the Sky http://www.starrynight.com and figure out where everything's supposed to be before you go out observing.\n\nA copy of "Kingfisher Pocket Guides: Astronomy" (ISBN 0-7534-0743-4) is great to help you learn about what's in the sky in more detail - It may be small, but there's more information in there than you'd believe possible for a book that size.\nWhile "Collins Gem: STARS" (ISBN 0-00-717858-1) is great for teaching you about the Stars & Constellations in more detail (despite also being small).\n\nAlso, read ASTRONOMY NOW, ASTRONOMY + SKY&TELESCOPE magazines every month to find out about upcoming events & new discoveries.\n\nAbove all, learn to walk before you can run (in other words learn the basics before you try any of the more advanced stuff so you can tell the difference between a new discovery and something that's already been discovered ages ago).
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My personal reccomendation for a beginner with limited funds would be to get reflector on a dobsonian mount.  That is the type You move yourself.  Motorized mounts are very nice but they are costly.  Of most importance make sure the tripod and mount are sturdy.  Since a telescope is used to magnify - it will magnify the slightest movement and make the image blurry.  Incidently a Telescope does not magnify.  it only collects light to make the image brighter.  it is the function of the eyepiece to magnify.  I would suggest that you go to the website www.Astronomics.com.  They have been in business a long time and are very dependable and helpful.  They stand behind what they sell.  I have purchased scopes, eyepieces and filters from them over the years and am completly satisfied.  They have a site "how to choose a telescope"  Which you can download.  If You have further questions You can call them toll free and talk to someone who can help You.  Astronomy is a facinating hobby or even a lifetime occupation and the sooner You begin the better.  Also if there is an astronomy club in your area they are usually quite happy to share their knowledge with others.  They usually have "star parties"or viewing sessions and are glad to have visitors.   This would give You a chance to look through different types of scopes before investing in one.
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Well, first off avoid the TASCO ones 'cos they have a reputation for using cheap optics with overly powered eyepieces (according to those in the know) - I bought one myself off Ebay a couple of years ago.\nIt ain't exactly bad (apart from the wobbly stand, cheap eyepieces, hopeless spotting scope)...... more stupid but savable than bad. Couple weeks ago I finally got round to buying a better quality "Orion Explorer II 7-21mm Zoom" eyepiece, which is a good investment, but the usual New Telescope/Accessory + sky gone cloudy once it's dark enough outside to use it jinx has been occuring ever since I got the blinkin' thing!\n\nLooking @ Telescopes.com, within your budget I'd suggest...... *drum roll*....... \nthe \nCelestron - FirstScope 114 EQ Short Newtonian Reflector  @ $159 (knocked down from $377)  http://www.telescopes.com/products/Celestron_FirstScope_114_EQ_Short_Newtonian_Reflector_5936.html\nor the Meade - 114EQ-A Short Tube EQ Reflector @ $179.95 (knocked down from $249)  http://www.telescopes.com/products/Meade_114EQ-A_Short_Tube_EQ_Reflector_-_Deluxe_Mount_42684.html\n\nAnother alternative is to scour the adverts in the back of Astronomy magazines for ones people are selling off..... or of course good old Ebay\n http://photography.listings.ebay.com/Binoculars-Telescopes_Telescopes_W0QQfromZR4QQsacatZ74927QQsocmdZListingItemList\n\nFor more advice, check out:\nhttp://skyandtelescope.com/howto/scopes/
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First, the type of telescope you want depends mainly on what kind of observing you want to do. If you're mostly interested in deep space, get yourself what's called a REFLECTOR. I have an 8" Meade reflector and under good "seeing" conditions can observe just about every star in our galaxy visible from the Northern Hemisphere, plus structures beyond the Milky Way up to about 10-billion light years. Just be sure and buy a reflector system that has a clock drive. This makes it possible to stay locked on to some object without having to constantly move the 'scope tube to compensate for Earth's rotation.\n\nIf you're into Solar System observing, then a refractor will do nicely. They don't gather as much light as a reflector, but the resolution is much better--plus images aren't inverted as with most reflectors.\n\nCelestron Inc puts out the Cadillac of telescopes, but Meade provides very good products at less cost. Do NOT buy any telescope from retail stores like K-Mart, Sears, etc.,. Most of the stuff is cheap junk. Either buy mail order from Celestron or Meade, or visit a store that sells nothing but astronomy-related things.\n\nGod is spelled B-I-G B-A-N-G\nPBrax@netscape.com
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As someone else already said, *never* buy a telescope that markets itself primarily based on magnification.  This is a sure sign that not only is the manufacturer playing on common assumption, but also that the scope itself is probably junk.\n\nThat said, I used--and still use--such a telescope that I got for a present as a kid.  If you treat it well, it will work well enough.  A few pointers, though:\n\n1.)  Do not use the telescope above about 120x.\n2.)  The tripod will almost certainly be jittery in the slightest wind; you may want to weigh it down with something.\n3.)  Don't use the Barlow.  You should probably ditch the eyepieces as well, which I'm guessing are cheesy Ramsdens or Huygenians; even mine at least came with a decent Kellner.  If you see an "SR", "R", or "H" symbol on the eyepieces, save your strength--order a few basic eyepieces from a reputable dealer (Orion, Meade, Celestron, etc.), perhaps with an adapter as well, from .965 to 1.25 for a better field of view.\n\nUnfortunately, ordering this extra equipment will put you well above $100, making it almost worth returning the scope and buying a more expensive one.  I leave that judgment to you, though--as someone else already wrote, this telescope could at least whet your appetite for something better.\n\nI'm sorry I can't be cheerier, but good luck.  For what it's worth, there are a few excellent, but relatively cheap scopes that can be had from Orion for $200 and under, namely their XT 4.5, which has had nothing but stellar reviews.
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Thank you very much for the link you gave. I read this news yesterday night on Yahoo. I have forgotten about this until you have remind me. Thank you again.  \nIs there any other way for us to view it other than using a telescope? I don't have a telescope.
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Here is a site that gives you several sources for 20" telescopes.\nhttp://www.bigtelescopeguide.com/20-inch-telescope-mirrors.html
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I agree that the Orion 4.5" reflector is a good choice. It is also a good idea to start with a good pair of binoculars. In that case, if the interest in astronomy fades, the binoculars can still be used for other things (bird watching, etc) Get a pair of 7x50 binoculars that are multi-coated.
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How long ago did you get them? Some places have a return policy if you change your mind in a certain amount of time. \n\nI have glasses and I recommend anyone getting them for the first time try to find a place that will give you a deal like that. \n\nI have had mine a while. I get the thinner newer frames and kind of small frames. They look better on me. It does take you a while to find what you like. But I did. \n\nHave you thought of contacs. I could not wear them though. So get trial ones if you try them. An eye doctor will charge more to get the contac RX but usually will give you a free trial pair. \n\nI have found the best and cheapest glasses at Walmart. But mine are still like over $200, under $300. But I am picky and wear mine for several years. My eyes have stopped getting worse. \n\nI have astigmatism. But a really weird thing happened like the year before last. My near sighted problems got 5 times better!!! The eye doctor said it is rare but happens. Same place I have went to for ages. I went in thinking my eyes were worse, I had worse headaches and I had to keep taking my glasses off that I had a long time. And was in shock when the eye doctor told me that!!!\n\nGood luck!!! BTW my husband still finds me hot, lol.
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Amateur astronomers are divided on the merits of go-to (automatic pointing) telescopes. Some of the disadvantages are:\n• To get go-to, you either have to pay more or settle for less telescope for the money.\n• There's a set-up process that you have to learn and perform so the telescope can find things.\n• The telescope's database often includes objects that are too dim to see under many conditions.\n• The less expensive ones, especially if not carefully set up, can be more like go-near than go-to.\n• If you always depend on go-to, you'll be lost when the batteries die.\n\nThe alternative is to find things using star charts and a finder scope. The disadvantage of this is that you have to learn to find your way around the sky, and it can sometimes take a long time to find things.\n\nWhich is better comes down to a matter of personal preference, and it's hard to predict which way your son would prefer. If he learns by doing and likes to figure things out for himself, a manual telescope and a good beginner's book such as "Turn Left at Orion" may be better than a go-to scope.
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spider are alright. But I just started myself and I bought a tippman 98 custom, it's so nice, great accuracy and a great price here check it out, hope everythin works out. good luck
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I would recommend a Meade ETX-90.  That's about the lowest price scope you can buy with good optics.  Don't waste your money on a $49.95 cheap 60mm scope - a good pair of binoculars are much better, you don't have to set anything up, and they go with you in your car's glove compartment.\n\nThe Meade ETX-90 is a Matsukov Cassegrain ("Mak-Cass") telescope.  It comes with Autostar (computer guided "GOTO" feature that lets you view 1000s of celestial objects with the push of a button).  It also comes with a very sturdy tripod, motor drives, and push-button focus.\n\nRetail price about $750.00 with everything included.  As I said, if that's too much money, binoculars are a better option.  A good pair (10 x 25) will run about $60 to $100.  With good binoculars you will be able to see craters on the moon, the Andromeda Galaxy, and star clusters.  You wil also be able to make out Saturn's rings and Jupiter's main moons and equatorial bands.\n\nThe nice thing about a telescope with a motor drive is you can stay focused on an object without constantly having to adjust the telescope.  The art of astronomy is not something you can pick up in a day.  Most people looking into a astronomical telescope for the first time won't be able to make out even one tenth as much as somebody with experience.  So, if you plan to spend some time with your new toy, it's well worth it to get something that will hold your interest.\n\nThe other nice feature about this particular telescope is that it doesn't flip things upside down (like most reflector scopes do), which means you can also look at land objects.  It does flip them horizontally, like a mirror image, but that's not a big deal.\n\nOne last thing:  For astronomy, magnification is the least concern.  You want light gathering ability.  No matter how powerfully you magnify a star, it's not going to get any bigger.  You want to see as big a field of the sky as you can.  Magnifying it just narrows the field to a few stars, which is highly uninteresting.  By the same token, if you view the Moon, magnification helps somewhat, but it just makes things bigger and fuzzier, not any clearer.  A tiny detail in sharp focus is much better than that same detail made large and fuzzy.