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    Nov 19, 2020 4 minutes
    WORDS: PAUL MONEY

    Sky-Watcher StarQuest 130P Newtonian reflector

    An easy-to-assemble ‘grab and go’ telescope that gives rewarding views

    During this strange year, one thing that has come to the fore is how astronomy has brightened people’s lives, so it’s good to see this stylish, new scope from Sky-Watcher, the StarQuest 130P.

    Looking smart and fresh in its white, black and green livery, the StarQuest 130P’s tube length is nice and short, so it’s not unwieldy for newcomers to handle. The tube holds a 130mm primary mirror with a focal length of 650mm, which gives a focal ratio of f/5. The mount gives a fresh take on traditional EQ1 and EQ3 designs – it’s more compact, using Capstan-style locking clutches and is

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