Amateur telescope recommendations...

[vkurup]

Blame it on the John Lewis - man on the moon advt, but thinking of getting a basic (but good quality) telescope that me and kid can use. My dad could never afford buying one, so while I am fascinated by it, I have never indulged in it. So looking for something that comes with a 'planetary guide' or where to point it at kind of basics.

I had an eye on this one from JL. http://www.johnlewis.com/thames-kosmos-telescope-and-astronomy-kit/p2163350 I was hoping that they would do a black friday deal on it, but they did not. Also I dont know the quality of the kit itself. I would much rather buy something like this than a big TV.

Any telescope enthusiasts out there who can recommend something.

 

[Piece]

Start here: http://www.skyatnightmagazine.com/yourfirstscope

That one in your link imho isn't going to cut it if its something you want to do properly.

 

[spongebob59]

This book is worth getting before you start spending :

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Star-Ware-A...p/0471750638/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8

 

[Craigg]

"First Light Optics" Reputable company with very knowledgeable, friendly staff. I get all my gear from there. Give them a call and have a chat. Tell them your needs and they'll sort you out.