Celestron52332 TrailSeeker 80-45 Degree Spotting Scope, Black

I bought this as a replacement for an Acuter scope. The Celestron has the advantage of having a dual-speed focuser and the ability to take 1.25inch telescope eyepieces. The scope gives clear, crisp views and is easy to focus, so no complaint on that score. For the price, the optical performance is good.However, the case is cheap and flimsy. Not only that, but the case must be taken off when using the scope. The case supplied with my scope had a broken zip. Only a small thing, but perhaps it says something about quality control.However, the case wasn't the deal breaker. I tried several eyepieces in the scope and couldn't get any of them to focus properly. I think it may have been something to do with the length of the barrels on the eyepieces but I sent the scope back and didn't investigate further.Four stars for the overall quality - minus one for the case.

Always wanted a spotting scope, this one is for Christmas 2016. I was allowed to check it out on arrival, fits on my Feisol carbon tripod perfectly. It is now back in its box until December 25th!!!!Image quality is very good, bright and sharp, slightly darker at maximum magnification, though this is to be expected.Well protected body and the focusing is a breeze to use, the fine focus in particular is very good. I really do like the rotating tripod mount, a simple idea that is really handy as you can rotate the scope to allow the viewer to be at 45 degrees (in fact you can rotate the scope to any angle you require), making this really useful for a slightly shorter person, beats shortening the tripod legs (for the wife). Built in lens hood is also very welcome.Overall very pleased, in my opinion very good value for money, I wished I had purchased one of these sooner.

Very pleased with it

Excellent scope but I would recommend a decent tripod for maximum focus.

Excellent for its value.

This was a gift for my husband 's birthday. He has been delighted with the quality and clarity of the lenses.

Goods exactly as described. Highly recommended

Great scope