Meade Rb-60 / 70055Lf 60Mm A-Series Altazimuth Refractor Telescope by Meade
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Digital camera reviews of Meade Rb-60 / 70055Lf 60Mm A-Series Altazimuth Refractor Telescope
Digital camera Review: Over promised, under delivered
Summary: 1 Stars
This telescope was a great deal and was going to be a Christmas present. My credit card was quickly charged and told of being shipped the next day. I then received an email saying that the company was out of stock on this item and was working with Amazon to process my refund- which would take two days to even let Amazon know that they needed to refund my card. When I checked on the item today, it was still listed as available to order with overnight shipping. I am very disapointed in both this company and Amazon.Digital camera Review: Perfect for any young astronomer!
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased this telescope this past December as a Christmas present for my 10 year old sister. She had always wanted a telescope so she could sit on the grass at night, staring at the stars. As she is in no way looking to become an astronomer, and we knew the telescope would be nothing more than a novelty for her, I was searching for something inexpensive, yet sturdy. In the past the telescopes she has received were purchased for around fifty dollars at a toy store, only to be opened up and found not to work and to fall apart within a few days. After doing some research online this telescope seemed to be the best option - as the price and reviews all screamed positive!
I placed my order and received the product within 7 days, on standard shipping. After my sister opened up the package we tested it out, and it worked great. The features on it are limited, but that's perfect for an amateur astronomer. We get a clear view of the skies, and since December it's been taken out at least once a week for some fun entertainment.
We've used the CD that came with it to pull up a map of the skies, and have tried to find some specific objects. While it did take some time, we did find some planets and constellations. We are not space enthusiasts however, and just looking through the eyepiece is enough enjoyment for us.
I'd recommend this product for anyone who just wants to see the stars and moons and planets at night! As long as you aren't looking to...measure star sizes, discover a new planet, or find aliens floating around up there, I can safely say that you won't be disappointed.
Digital camera Review: Perfect gift for my husband!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I had ordered this telescope as a birthday gift for my husband but didnt expect it to reach in time. My purchase came well before expected time, within 3 days it was delivered to my doorstep. I am happy with the prompt service by The Sportsman's Guide. My husband was so excited to get it he couldnt wait to try it out (it was out of the box before I got back from work!). And it "was" fun looking at the surface of the moon. It does take a while to get used to focusing n all, but once thats out of the way, its simply wonder-fun. Waiting for another clear night.Digital camera Review: Product great for 8 year old grandson!
Summary: 4 Stars
The telescope was great for my grandson. The instructions to assemble it were a little complicated. My biggest disappointment was the shipping! The tape was coming off and the box had a hole in it. I am glad all the parts were there!!! The only packing on the inside was a little crumpled paper. But no broken parts!Digital camera Review: Quick set-up Good viewing
Summary: 5 Stars
I had real good luck with this product. Set-up was a snap. I actually enjoyed adjusting it. I viewed what appears to be a satelite though looks like a firey ship and is rather startling when you see it for the first time! The picture was clear and easy to follow with all the various easy adjustment settings within reach. I am not a pro, just a backyard watcher but I felt like a pro when I was viewing stars within minutes of my first set-up. I got the added joy of watching my husbands mouth drop when I showed him my first.......flying saucer. "I am personally hoping it was just a satilite but we won't tell him that." It is a good product for the price. There are bigger badder ones out there but they come with a bigger badder price tag to. For the back yard viewer this is a nice scope.