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I do not disagree on the less than plentiful availability of "good" scopes in that price range...and I am a "dob guy" at heart so my first instinct is always to recommend an 8 inch dob (of various makes and retail locations)...
However, without knowing the experience and interests of a new person to the hobby I think we should advise "caution" before running out to buy anything (scope, binoculars etc.)...same holds true of other accessories.
A little more time spent "researching and trying" might help someone realize that what they really wanted/needed was scope X instead of scope Y...even if it means that a purchase is actually several more months away...
The extra time and research might also allow a more complete search for a good second hand scope...
So I guess I was trying to counsel patience and suggest that saving a bit more money for a first scope might be a good idea...
Best of Luck!
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