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Reviews & Ratings for Meade 114EQ-ASTR F/8.8 4.5" 114mm Equatorial Reflector Telescope w/ Autostar Suite Software, Red Dot Finderscope, two Eyepieces, Tripod - 04066 — 14 reviews

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Meade 114EQ-ASTR F/8.8 4.5" 114mm Equatorial Reflector Telescope w/ Autostar Suite Software, Red Dot Finderscope, two Eyepieces, Tripod - 04066
Meade 114EQ-ASTR F/8.8 4.5" 114mm Equatorial Reflector Telescope w/ Autostar Suite Software, Red Dot Finderscope, two Eyepieces, Tripod - 04066
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Most Helpful Positive Review meade eq-astr 114mm reflector
although I'm just learning the best choice I made was the meade 114 eq .It has all the features I need. It. may be just a basic telescope but after seriosly checking all of them out. A beginner could bot find a better scope for the money.The information that optics planet provided left no doubt in m...
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Most Helpful Negative Review I Have One
First thing you'll have to do if you keep it is buy a 2x Barlow lens if not just buy a good set of binoculars you'll see much more,The scope is very unstable but if you have allot of patience you can work with it, I have a 60mm refracting scope that I gave 79.99 for that's much better and not as sha...
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You can build a dobsonian for this sweetie.

by Hold on to this sweetie., from OK, United States Written on October 16, 2021
You will love the high contrast tight star images that pop into view around m13. But... you will have to pardon me for slamming this very poor German equatorial mount. Everything was great and I put up with all the little issues normally encountered with a mount of this type. Then the polar axis adjustment slipped with the little T-handle not up to locking back to any latitude! However, since I have some tools, I can keep the tripod and build an alti azimuth on top of it. The legs can be spead out more when lower strut system is loosened and pushed up. Regards to all. RC
Pros:
  • good optics
  • Nice looking
  • Spherical mirror works great.
Cons:
  • Mount requires real practice, but morso is not suitable and has design problems.
Would recommend: Yes
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Great Beginer scope

by Legacy Reviewer, Verified Owner from CA, United States Written on September 16, 2010
I wish I had gotten a couple accesseries like the 90' lens and the 2x multiplier
Pros: Easy to get aquainted with
Cons: stability could be firmer,
Would recommend: Yes
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Meade 114 EQ ASTR Kit

by Legacy Reviewer, from WA, United States Written on September 4, 2010
Excellent first scope. Best eyepiece I've seen in a beginner scope. Works best with the lower power eyepiece.
Pros: A lot of bang for the buck.
Cons: Will need a "handy" adult to set it up.
Would recommend: Yes
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Great one for beginners

by Legacy Reviewer, from WA, United States Written on January 7, 2010
Bought this for my daugher for a gift and so far has worked out great. She is eight and is having no problems learning how to use it. Have not looked at alot of things so far due to the cold weather, but the moon sure look beautiful.
Would recommend: Yes
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Good for the money

by Legacy Reviewer, Verified Owner from MO, United States Written on December 16, 2009
is more than expected for a resonably priced begginer telescope
Pros: easy set up and good and clear views
Would recommend: Yes
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great gift

by Legacy Reviewer, Verified Owner from KY, United States Written on December 7, 2009
can't wait to upgrade to something bigger this is a cool way to view the stars. thanks.
Would recommend: Yes
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Telescope for Beginners

by Legacy Reviewer, Verified Owner Written on September 2, 2009
This telescope was easy to assemble and pleased my son tremendously for his birthday. He is ready to purchase a couple more lenses, but is overall satisfied with the unit. Excellent product at a value price!
Pros: Easy assembly, says what it does
Cons: none
Would recommend: Yes
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Beginner Telescope

by Legacy Reviewer, from WA, United States Written on January 4, 2009
The instruction booklet is a little vague. We were able to align the red dot finder and view the moon. We have not been able to view stars. They just look like bright lights and we have not been able to bring them into focus. We definitely need some more help, but the website is not any better than the booklet.
Pros: Easy to assemble
Cons: Not sure how to use it, the instructions are vague.
Would recommend: Yes
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Excellent value

by Legacy Reviewer, from WA, United States Written on December 29, 2008
My 10 year old son asked for a telescope for Christmas; after reading many reviews I decided on this model and was thrilled at the price I found on this site. He also asked for a microscope so having that product included free was even greater. Both he and my husband are very happy and are also looking forward to the free subscription to the magazine.
Pros: Good product, shipping very fast
Would recommend: Yes
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Great Scope For The Money

by Legacy Reviewer, from WA, United States Written on July 21, 2008
I was nervous about getting my first reflector scope, but this scope, and Meade as a company, has set my mind at ease. Easy to set up, easy to use, and came nearly perfectly collimated. On first light, I saw Jupiter and it's four moons easily. Can't wait for more!
Pros: Great price for the quality! Easy to setup and use.
Cons: A bit of vibration in the viewing field when bumped, but let it settle, and it's a champ.
Would recommend: Yes
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