[TrevorW]

I think cheap telescope's do astronomy a dis-service. Promoting high magnifcation and advertising with images that are unacheivable even through larger more expensive telescopes.

How many kids have been put off astronomy by parents buying scopes based on low prices and false or misleading advertising, it really should be banned.

An honest non-specialist ie: other than dedicated astronomic retailer providing and promoting decent scopes at reasonable prices (which is possible with the current exchange rate) without seeking massive mark ups would be a breath of fresh air to the hobby.

Hope things work out well