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William Optics Megrez 90 Doublet APO f/6.9 Refractor Telescope

WIOP005 Refracting Telescopes Discontinued

$1,178.00Last catalog price, March 2009

Catalog description

William Optics Megrez 90 Doublet APO f/6.9 Refractor Telescope, part number WIOP005, is a discontinued product from the 2007–2011 catalog. It was last listed at $1178.00, down from a high of $1298.00.

The William Optics Megrez 90 Doublet APO f/6.9 is undoubtedly the hottest refractor of the year. The product of a recent breakthrough in mechanical and optical perfection this unbeatable telescope is ideal for researchers astrophotographers and professional astronomers. This scope features a doublet air-spaced lens in an adjustable lens cell with the highest-quality STM coatings a precise CNC-machined lens cell solid L-bracket tripod connection for stability one-piece dual-speed micro-focuser two-inch to 1.25-inch adapter and anti-marring brass compression rings. The extra-smooth dual speed Crayford focuser means no more image shifting during photography; this heavy-duty focuser with large aluminum knobs is fully 360-degree rotatable.

The Megrez 90's patented design includes stainless steel reinforcement inserts on both sides allowing for heavy loading without incident. Ball bearings ensure an optimal focusing experience and there is also a graduated scale for precise camera alignment. This telescope features pure William Optics quality it and finish consisting of powder-painted white CNC-machine aluminum tube golden finish and retractable dew shield and cap for high humidity and wet weather. With 90mm aperture 621mm focal length limiting magnitude of 11.5 and resolving power of 1.35 the Megrez 90 is the natural choice for professionals.

William Optics backs this telescope with a two-year warranty. It has been quality-tested multiple times for both mechanical and optical performance and can easily be stored in the accompanying aluminum case. The attention to detail evident in this telescope is unsurpassed.

Catalog price history

ObservedListed priceChange
September 2007$1,198.00
October 2008$1,298.00+$100.00
March 2009$1,178.00−$120.00

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