A great all-around scope - OpticsPlanet Exclusive Celestron C90 Mak Spotting Scope w/ Tripod

Wow. The value for the money here is outstanding. Be it terrestrial viewing, sky watching or checking targets at the rifle range this baby doesn't dissappoint. Sure the 100x eyepiece is a bit much (dark and washed out; over-magnified for this scope) but no matter, the 39x eyepiece is superb and will show you everything from .17 caliber holes in paper @ 200yds to crater ridges of the moon with stunning clarity (remember, this really is a small sky scope, not a "spotting scope"). Throw in dust covers, a 45 degree erecting prism, a decent tripod (quit whining folks, the tripod does what it needs to just fine; hang a weight from the bottom hook for more stability) plus nylon tote bags and you've got one sweet deal. Get one - you won't be dissapointed!
Pros: Excellent optical clarity; Light-weight; Value for the money
Cons: 100x eyepiece a little dark and fuzzy (see comments)

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