Newtonian telescopes are great for newcomers to astronomy, as well as being economic to make compared to other types of 'scope as they only require a few parts to construct. Supporters also ...

Thirty-five children from four government schools got an opportunity to learn how to construct Newtonian reflector ... how to make a telescope from scratch, with parts provided by us.

I've used the scope a few times myself and it is a good one. For sale: Meade 8" Starfinder Reflecting Telescope with a German equatorial mount, 115 volt clock drive, 6x30 finder scope and stand.

Newtonian telescopes are great for newcomers to astronomy, as well as being economic to make compared to other types of 'scope as they only require a few parts to construct. Supporters also ...