hi, I have for sale my Celestron C80-ED. This telescope has superb quality ED optics, almost identical to the Orion ED-80 which sells for $1000. Here's a great review;
http://www.cloudynights.com/item.php?item_id=1272
It has a 2" rack an pinion focuser, I've added a couple of strips of Teflon tape to take out any slack, so it's nice and tight now. I've also put a few strips of black tape around the plastic objective cover to make it a tighter fit.
The 2" focuser allows the use of large wide angle 2" eyepieces, for fantastic bright views. I've even used a 6mm eyepiece with a 2x barlow on Saturn (200x magnification) and the views were stunning. You really can't fault the optics of this scope. There is zero colour finging, pretty close to a full Apo.
I've also included the original clamp, but you can use most 80mm clamps. It comes in the original box.
There are a couple of marks on the scope body which I've shown in the photos, but of course this doesn't affect performance.
I've used Auspost to calculate delivery;
size 69x22x20cm, weight 4.2kg
Signed for + extra insurance = $29.50.
If you are able to get a cheaper quote (including collection from Hillside, 3037, Vic) then let me know, I may be able to use them if they offer reasonable collection times. You can also collect if you wish.
Cost for the scope is $350. I'm open to reasonable offers too. Payment by bank transfer or cash on collection please. Can do Paypal but prefer not to due to their fees.
