Celestron International

left: Tom Johnson with original C-8 telescope of 1970. Mr. Johnson is the co-founder of Celestron and the optical genius behind the development of the the technique to cost effectively mass produce the Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope Corrector Lens (154,993 Bytes).
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A Celestron Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope was often the first astronomical instrument that a budding astronomer used at the High School and University levels, and these are still commonly found in use at government and industrial research applications as well as in a neighbor's back yard. Celestron's U.S.A. made and imported products has the well-deserved reputation of providing affordable value - although Company Seven does not approve of a number of the lower priced telescopes that Celestron (and others) have chosen to make or import from third world nations. The good reputation of Celestron was gained through their more than forty years of experience and success in innovative product design, development and continual product improvement, and customer service most notably of their Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes.

And then look at those companies each with excellent reputations for customer service and satisfaction who have established working partnerships over the years with Celestron: Losmandy Hollywood General Machining offering some of the most refined precision equatorial mountings and accessories available, Santa Barbara Instruments Group - the proven innovators of CCD camera technology, Software Bisque - the leaders in CCD planetarium, telescope and CCD camera control software. Such tangible testimonials, by firms who value their credibility among their clientele speaks volumes!

Although in 1996 Celestron also began to offer some telescopes made overseas with very limited potential, the U.S. made Celestron telescopes generally provide high value in design, innovation, craftsmanship and reliable service. Precision assembly and meticulous attention to detail by their crafts people ensure that you receive the commensurate quality for the money spent. It is these qualities that guarantee hour after hour of comfortable use.

Once obtained, a Celestron instrument will become a complete entertainment center and educational resource for you, your family and friends. Purchasing a Celestron translates into pride of ownership and the satisfaction of knowing you have obtained the a good value of optical precision.