I Saw a Scope On Sale.

[BigDon]

I don't have a telescope at the moment and saw a 114mm meade reflector for $149. I don't know if this is a good 'scope or a good price.

I've got several nice binoculars with a tripod I've been using, including one set that lets me wear my glasses while viewing, which I think is very nice. Should I save my money and be happy with what I have? (What I'm trying to say is will the meade make a big enough difference over what I have)

Thank you.

[ozark1]

You could try the Meade factory shop as a comparison (http://www.meade4m.com/4mshop/outlet.html). They are usually trying to close out various small lines.

At the moment the best price for a 4.5" reflector is $89. $129 gets one with autostar.

A 4.5" will give you about 2 magnitudes better than your binoculars (assuming you don't have a pair of 20 x 110 s). It will easily show more Messiers and Caldwells and will give you better views of Saturn and Jupiter.

[BigDon]

Thanks Ozark!

I've followed your link and it answered all my questions. And you stopped me from making a bad purchase. Mall stores, go figure. Thanks again.