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Celestron NexStar 127 SLT

If you’re looking for an affordable entry-level telescope for planetary viewing that will take a few years to outgrow, then the NexStar 127 SLT could be the instrument for you. With a price tag of £579.00, we also think that this Maksutov-Cassegrain is a worthy contender for those wishing to upgrade on a more basic entry-level scope.

Unboxing the 127 SLT, the telescope’s high quality was immediately noticeable, and setting it up was nothing short of a breeze. If this is your first time

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