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Tasha,
Not sure where you are located but if you are in one of the big cities, I'd strongly encourage you to stop by one of our fine Astro-retailers so that you can see/feel/touch the different types of scopes there are and also ask their knowledable staff.
If you believe astrophotography is in the cards, I might point you towards refractors, if you want to do easy visual only (or mostly) I'd steer you most likely to a reflector (Dobsonian mounted)...There are also other types of scopes that might fit your needs too...
Usually, I advocate that people go to a viewing night at a local club or society (or gathering of IIS members) to learn a bit more about the different types of scopes before they buy. In your case, maybe an option to consider would be a home made "telescope to be purchased later card" as a gift...
The right scope is the one that gets used...different people have different likes/dislikes so choice of scope preference is somewhat subjective.
Good Luck with your selection...I am certain that there is a "right scope" for your husband out there somewhere.
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