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ORION SkyQuest XT8 Classic Reviews
$49.55
alaTest Review Summary for ORION SkyQuest XT8 Classic
We have collected and analyzed 20 user reviews from international sources. Users rate it 94/100. The average review date is October 29, 2006. We have compared these reviews to 1973 reviews from other Telescopes. The alaScore™ for this product is 84/100 = Very good. Last update: November 21, 2009.
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20 reviews
November, 2009
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User Reviews (20)
I Told You I Might Get the XT8 - I Did!!!
I Told You I Might Get the XT8 - I Did!!!
If you look at my review for the XT6 I gave that instrument 5 stars but cautioned readers not to buy it. At that time I said that, given a chance, I might jump up to an XT8. I got the chance, and I grabbed it. Here is what I learned. The 6 has a sligh...
Wonderful first telescope
Wonderful first telescope
I've been interested in astronomy for most of my life and finally decided to purchase a telescope. I spent a while doing my research and settled on the Orion SkyQuest XT8 due to its size, high marks for quality materials, and its price. As others have n...
Excellent and fairly portable telescope
Excellent and fairly portable telescope
Just bought this as a gift for my high-school sophomore daughter. I spent a lot of time comparison shopping on-line. Ordered it via Amazon, and it arrived in just a few days. Two boxes. Took me a bit longer to set it up than others who have posted her...
Manufacturer's Description
It's no wonder customers heap 5-star ratings on this "gentle giant." For not only does its jumbo-sized optics and uncomplicated design bring a "new level of joy to simple observing," raved Astronomy magazine, but it's also one of the most affordable quality Dobs on the market. The SkyQuest XT8 Classic isn't just good bang for the buck, it's a supernova of telescope value! The XT8 Classic gives you the deep-space thrills without the deep-pocket frills. We've kept it lean and mean to keep its...
