Explore Scientific FirstLight 8-inch Newtonian Reflector Solid Tube Dobsonian Telescope – FL-DOB0806-02

The Explore Scientific FirstLight 8-inch Newtonian Reflector Solid Tube Dobsonian Telescope (FL-DOB0806-02) delivers exceptional optical performance for beginner and intermediate astronomers. Its large 8-inch (203 mm) aperture and f/6 optical system gather ample light to reveal crisp, detailed views of deep-sky objects, star clusters, planets, and the Moon. The solid tube design ensures stability and high-contrast images, while the Dobsonian rocker box mount offers smooth, intuitive motion for easy targeting and tracking of celestial objects.

This complete observing kit comes ready to use out of the box. It includes essential accessories to start exploring the night sky immediately and enhance your stargazing experience.

What’s Included:

• 25 mm Super Plössl eyepiece for low-power viewing

• Red-dot finder for quick object acquisition

• 2.5" HEX rack-and-pinion focuser supporting 1.25" and 2" eyepieces

• Dobsonian rocker box mount with large altitude wheels and Teflon pads

• Adjustable solid tube for stability and reduced stray light

• Accessory tray for convenient storage

• Planisphere and Moon map for beginner-friendly star and lunar navigation

• Red-light flashlight for nighttime use

• Smartphone adapter for simple astrophotography

Whether observing lunar craters, Saturn’s rings, or distant galaxies, this 8-inch Dobsonian provides a bright, immersive, and rewarding stargazing experience.

Features

• Large 8-inch (203 mm) Newtonian reflector for deep-sky and planetary observing

• Fast f/6 focal ratio and 1218 mm focal length for bright, wide-field views

• Solid tube design for optical stability and high-contrast images

• Smooth Dobsonian rocker box mount with intuitive motion

• 2.5" rack-and-pinion focuser compatible with both 1.25" and 2" eyepieces

• Portable and beginner-friendly setup

Specifications