Skywatcher Mercury 705 Refractor Telescope

$Skywatcher Mercury 705 Refractor Telescope$

When beginning an adventure in astronomy, the potential expenses can be mind numbing and fairly frightening. However, the Skywatcher Mercury 705 Refractor Telescope is an excellent entry-level unit that will not only please with its capabilities, but with the price as well.

The Skywatcher Mercury 705 Refractor Telescope only has two available magnifications, which are 20x and 50x. However, with the use of an optional eyepiece, power could be increased as high as 140x. These levels are absolutely adequate for most beginners, and even intermediate users won’t be displeased with the performance.

The tube is made up of aluminum and boasts an all metal design, so the Skywatcher Mercury 705 Refractor Telescope is surprisingly durable. In addition, the carrying case creates an excellent and safe storage place for the unit as well. The all aluminum tripod is also very strong and provides an excellent base virtually anywhere.

One of the neatest features about the Skywatcher Mercury 705 is its ability to be used as a spotting scope. In fact, to make this even easier there is a red dot finder built into the telescope. The versatility of the scope is perhaps one of the most common reasons more experienced people choose it.

Although most compact refractor telescopes utilize a 60mm objective lens diameter, the Skywatcher Mercury 705 has a 70mm objective lens diameter. It may not seem to make a huge difference to some novices, but a good estimate is that it increases the light gathering by at least 1/3.

Enthusiasts choose refractor telescopes for many different reasons, but the most common factors that influence the decision are durability and a lack of maintenance required. The closed tube design means that only the exposed lens surfaces will ever need cleaning, and no realignment is required. Of all the refractors available on the market today, there is not one as compact and as capable as the Skywatcher Mercury 705 Refractor Telescope. Whether an individual is a new astronomy student or a more experienced person seeking a smaller telescope, it is an excellent option and will not leave a buyer with any regret!