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I have no idea if it's any good or what some of the terms used to describe it even mean! It's a Sky Watcher Heritage Dobsonian whatever that means...

Looks decent enough and free is always a good price

Zonda_ wrote: Wed Oct 07, 2026 11:21 am It's a Sky Watcher Heritage Dobsonian whatever that means...

Ah, a Dobsonian - which is (of course) a type of simplified, low-cost Newtonian reflector telescope mounted on a basic, ground-based altazimuth base.
Popularized by amateur astronomer John Dobson in 1965, the design uses everyday, inexpensive materials like wood and Teflon for the mount, allowing users to get the largest possible light-gathering mirror ("aperture") for their money.

Also - what Dinny said.