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Explore Scientific Dobsonian Telescopes at the AAS

Welcome to the 236th Meeting of the American Astronomical Society.

 

Dobsonian telescope pairs a large-aperture Newtonian reflector with a smooth, low-center-of-gravity alt-azimuth mount that is easy to assemble, is very stable, and this combination gives you the largest aperture for the least expense in a complete ready-to-use telescope. Our Dobsonian line is available in 8-inch, 10-inch, 12, inch, 16-inch and 20i-inch models. These telescopes are a great choice for deep-sky enthusiasts who love the live visual view through the eyepiece. 

 

  • Dobsonian Shroud for 10" and 12" Truss Tube DOB Telescope
    Dobsonian Shroud for 10" and 12" Truss Tube DOB Telescope
    Original price $ 85.99 - Original price $ 85.99
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    Dobsonian Shroud for 10" and 12" Truss Tube DOB Telescope

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    Description Keep out stray and unwanted light from your 10" and 12" Truss Tube Dobsonian telescope with a lightweight light shroud. Keeping the pa...

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    Original price $ 85.99 - Original price $ 85.99
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  • Counterweight Set for Truss Tube Telescope DOB - DOB-CW
    Counterweight Set for Truss Tube Telescope DOB - DOB-CW
    Original price $ 49.99 - Original price $ 49.99
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    Counterweight Set for Truss Tube Telescope DOB - DOB-CW

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    Description This set of counterweights attaches to the rear of the primary mirror box with included nut and washer. Simply remove the rubber stopp...

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    Original price $ 49.99 - Original price $ 49.99
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  • Dobsonian Shroud for 16" Truss Tube DOB Telescope
    Dobsonian Shroud for 16" Truss Tube DOB Telescope
    Original price $ 125.99 - Original price $ 125.99
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    Dobsonian Shroud for 16" Truss Tube DOB Telescope

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    Description Keep out stray and unwanted light from your 16" Truss Tube Dobsonian telescope with a lightweight light shroud. Keeping the path dark ...

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    Original price $ 125.99 - Original price $ 125.99
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  • AstroZap Dobsonian Light Shield
    AstroZap Dobsonian Light Shield
    Original price $ 39.00 - Original price $ 60.00
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    AstroZap Dobsonian Light Shield

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    All Astrozap items purchased between Feb 21st and March 18th will start shipping after March 18th Description Flexible black ABS-grade polymer mate...

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    Original price $ 39.00 - Original price $ 60.00
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  • AstroZap Dobsonian Shrouds
    Original price $ 94.25 - Original price $ 130.60
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    AstroZap Dobsonian Shrouds

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    All Astrozap items purchased between Feb 21st and March 18th will start shipping after March 18th Description Made from light weight breathable bla...

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    Original price $ 94.25 - Original price $ 130.60
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  • AstroZap Truss Tube RC Light Shroud
    Original price $ 78.55 - Original price $ 100.35
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    AstroZap Truss Tube RC Light Shroud

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    All Astrozap items purchased between Feb 21st and March 18th will start shipping after March 18th Description Light shroud for GSO truss RC and tru...

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    Original price $ 78.55 - Original price $ 100.35
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  • Explore FirstLight 10" Dobsonian Telescope - FL-DOB1005-01
    Explore FirstLight 10" Dobsonian Telescope - FL-DOB1005-01
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    Original price $ 849.99 - Original price $ 849.99
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    Explore FirstLight 10" Dobsonian Telescope - FL-DOB1005-02

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    Features Fully multi-coated primary mirror. 10" aperture provides impressive light-gathering power making this an ideal instrument for deep sky o...

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  • Explore FirstLight 8" Dobsonian Telescope - FL-DOB0806-01
    Explore FirstLight 8" Dobsonian Telescope - FL-DOB0806-01
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    Original price $ 699.99 - Original price $ 699.99
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    Explore FirstLight 8" Dobsonian Telescope - FL-DOB0806-02

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    Features 8" aperture provides major light-gathering power making this an ideal instrument for deep sky observations. Scope and mount can be trans...

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    Original price $ 699.99 - Original price $ 699.99
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  • Explore Scientific - Generation II - 12-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB1245-00
    Explore Scientific - Generation II - 12-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB1245-00
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    Original price $ 1,999.99 - Original price $ 1,999.99
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    Explore Scientific - Generation II - 12-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - ES-DOB1245-01

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    Description This is a Generation II telescope. All updates have been performed on this telescope. No telescope type has changed the hobby quite as...

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    Original price $ 1,999.99 - Original price $ 1,999.99
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  • Explore Scientific - Generation II - 16-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB1645-00
    Explore Scientific - Generation II - 16-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB1645-00
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    Original price $ 3,599.99 - Original price $ 3,599.99
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    Explore Scientific - Generation II - 16-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - ES-DOB1645-00

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    Description This is a Generation II telescope. All updates have been performed on this telescope. No telescope type has changed the hobby quite as...

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  • Explore Scientific - Generation II - 10-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB1045-00
    Explore Scientific - Generation II - 10-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB1045-00
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    Original price $ 1,089.99 - Original price $ 1,089.99
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    Explore Scientific - Generation II - 10-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB1045-00

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    This item is currently out of stock and on backorder. Description This is a Generation II telescope. All updates have been performed on this tele...

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  • Explore Scientific - Generation II - 20-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB2036-00
    Explore Scientific - Generation II - 20-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB2036-00
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    Original price $ 9,999.99 - Original price $ 9,999.99
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    Explore Scientific - Generation II - 20-inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope - DOB2036-00

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    IN STOCK This is a special order item. Contact CS at 866-252-3811, from 8 am to 5 pm Central Time Zone, USA.  There are additional custom delivery ...

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  • Explore FirstLight 10" Dobsonian Telescope - FL-DOB1005-01
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    Original price $ 1,127.99
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    Explore FirstLight 10" Dobsonian Telescope Package - FL-DOB1005-02-PK

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    Package includes: ReflexSight, Astro R-Lite Red Flashlight, Tirion Double-Sided Multi-Latitude Planisphere and Moon Crater Map (2-Sided) Feat...

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    Original price $ 1,127.99
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  • Explore FirstLight 8" Dobsonian Telescope - FL-DOB0806-01
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    Original price $ 829.99 - Original price $ 829.99
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    Explore FirstLight 8" Dobsonian Telescope Package- FL-DOB0806-02-PK

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    Package includes: ReflexSight, Astro R-Lite Red Flashlight, Tirion Double-Sided Multi-Latitude Planisphere and Moon Crater Map (2-Sided) Feat...

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    Original price $ 829.99 - Original price $ 829.99
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