--- product_id: 16505967 title: "Classic 200 Dobsonian 8-inch Telescope – Solid-Tube – Simple, Traditional Design – Easy to Use, Perfect for Beginners, White (S11610)" brand: "sky-watcher" price: "฿92512" currency: THB in_stock: true category: "Sky Watcher" url: https://www.desertcart.co.th/products/16505967-classic-200-dobsonian-8-inch-telescope-solid-tube-simple-traditional store_origin: TH region: Thailand --- # 8-inch large aperture for bright views 94% reflective multi-coated borosilicate mirrors Patented tension control handles for smooth, precise movement Classic 200 Dobsonian 8-inch Telescope – Solid-Tube – Simple, Traditional Design – Easy to Use, Perfect for Beginners, White (S11610) **Brand:** sky-watcher **Price:** ฿92512 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌌 Unlock the Universe: Classic Dobsonian Power Meets Modern Ease ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Classic 200 Dobsonian 8-inch Telescope – Solid-Tube – Simple, Traditional Design – Easy to Use, Perfect for Beginners, White (S11610) by sky-watcher - **How much does it cost?** ฿92512 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.th](https://www.desertcart.co.th/products/16505967-classic-200-dobsonian-8-inch-telescope-solid-tube-simple-traditional) ## Best For - sky-watcher enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted sky-watcher brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Bright, Bold Aperture:** Experience vivid, detailed celestial views with a powerful 8-inch parabolic primary mirror delivering 94% reflectivity. - • **Lightweight & Portable:** Weighing just 45 pounds fully assembled, this solid-tube Dobsonian is easy to set up and transport for spontaneous stargazing sessions. - • **Complete Beginner’s Kit:** Includes 2-inch Crayford focuser, 1.25-inch adapter, two wide-angle eyepieces, and a 9x50 finder scope—everything you need to start exploring the night sky. - • **Effortless Precision Control:** Patented tension control handles and Teflon bearings ensure silky smooth, stable tracking without the hassle of perfect balance. - • **Timeless Design, Modern Performance:** Honoring John Dobson’s legacy with a simple, durable rocker box mount and premium optics for deep-sky observation without the tech overwhelm. ## Overview The Sky-Watcher Classic 200 Dobsonian Telescope features an 8-inch parabolic primary mirror with 94% reflective borosilicate coatings, delivering bright, detailed views of deep-sky objects. Its patented tension control handles and Teflon bearings provide smooth, precise movement, while the included 2-inch Crayford focuser and wide-angle eyepieces make it perfect for beginners. Lightweight yet sturdy, this traditional solid-tube Dobsonian offers a no-fuss, immersive stargazing experience inspired by the iconic design of John Dobson. ## Description High-Quality Light Buckets with Old School Charm Featuring large apertures and easy functionality, Sky-Watcher’s Traditional Dobsonian telescope makes the perfect beginner scope. Developed in the 1970s, the Dobsonian-style telescope is an inexpensive solution for bright, detailed visual observing using a simple design. The name ‘Dobsonian’ comes from the telescope’s inventor, John Dobson, a Vedantan monk and sidewalk astronomer who dedicated his life to astronomy outreach. Dobson was notorious for constructing large aperture reflecting telescopes capable of deep sky viewing, using low cost materials. These were often made with found materials, heavy cardboard tubes, recycled porthole glass and plywood mounts. Dobson encouraged other astronomers to assemble their own telescopes and taught workshops on telescope making. Sky-Watcher carries on the legacy Dobson left behind with our Traditional Dobsonian telescope. Often referred to as ‘light buckets’, Dobsonians provide users with the highest possible aperture for their money when compared to telescopes of a similar size, such as Schmidt-Cassegrains or refractors. Dobsonians use a simple, yet effective design, optimized for visual observation of faint objects, such as nebulae, star clusters and galaxies. At Sky-Watcher, we stay true to the traditional John Dobson design, using just two mirrors, a metal tube and a simple rocker box. Although we love computerized telescopes, using a star chart to find objects by hand can be far more fulfilling and will improve your knowledge of the night sky. Unplug your electronic devices, step outside and become immersed in the wonders of the universe. Not your Father’s Dobsonian Don’t let this simple design fool you! Dobsonian-style telescopes utilize their large aperture to give users bright, vivid detail. Both primary and secondary mirrors deliver 94% reflectivity, using borosilicate mirrors coated with quartz, titanium and silicon dioxide. With a finely-crafted parabolic primary mirror and coatings this bright, you’ll be viewing just as John Dobson intended. Sky-Watcher Innovation Unlike other models on the market, Sky-Watcher Dobsonians feature a patented Tension Control Handle which allow for easy tension adjustment, enabling the telescope to move freely around the sky. The Tension Control Handle also provides stability when using large eyepieces. Steel ball bearings provide smooth movement even when the handle is tightened. The simple rocker box mount with azimuth Teflonbearings is easy and straightforward enough for any beginner. The use of Teflonensures smooth movement, yet creates enough friction to prevent any unintentional movement of the telescope. Accessories and Other Goodies While most telescopes limit the astronomer to 1.25” eyepieces, Sky-Watcher provides users with a beefy 2-inch Crayford-style focuser. Using the supplied 1.25 inch adapter you can take advantage of virtually any eyepiece on the market. Also included is a 9x50 finderscope and two eyepeieces (10mm & 25mm), perfect for the beginning astronomer. ## Features - LARGE APERTURE: Get a bright, bold viewing experience at a fraction of other optical designs. - PROPRIETARY TENSION CONTROL HANDLES: These patented handles allow for accurate movement without the need for perfect balance. - 94% REFLECTIVE MIRRORS: Fully multi-coated borosilicate primary and secondary mirrors deliver exceptional views. Faintest Steller Magnitude:14.2. - TEFLON BEARINGS: Proprietary Teflon bearings ensure smooth azimuth movement. - COMES COMPLETE: All accessories such as, 2-inch Crayford-style focuser with 1 1/4-inch adapter, two super wide-angle eyepieces (25mm and 10mm), and 9x50 straight-through finder scope are included with purchase. - STURDY AND LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN: When fully assembled, the Dobsonian weighs only 45 pounds fully assembled (20 pound tube, 25 pound base). - Max focal length: 1200. - Light Gathering (compared to next size down): 78% - Parabolic primary mirror with Radian Aluminum Quartz (RAQ) ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00Z4G3PRK | | Additional Features | Traditional Dobsonian design, patented Tension Control Handles, Teflon bearings | | Best Sellers Rank | #139,932 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #41 in Kids' Telescopes | | Brand | Sky-Watcher | | Built-In Media | 25mm & 10mm Eyepieces, 9x50 Finder | | Coating | Fully multi-coated pyrex mirrors | | Compatible Devices | Eyepieces, Finderscopes | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (240) | | Eye Piece Lens Description | 25/10 Super | | Finderscope | Reflex | | Focal Length Description | 1200mm | | Focus Type | Manual Focus | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00050234116107 | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 49"D x 18"W x 27"H | | Manufacturer | Sky-Watcher | | Manufacturer Part Number | S11610 | | Model Name | Sky-Watcher Traditional Dobsonian 8" (203mm) | | Model Number | S11610 | | Mount | Altazimuth Mount | | Objective Lens Diameter | 203 Millimeters | | Optical-Tube Length | 8 Inches | | Power Source | Adapter | | UPC | 050234116107 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | 2 Year | | Zoom Ratio | 2.5 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Sky-Watcher - **Eye Piece Lens Description:** 25/10 Super - **Finderscope:** Reflex - **Focus Type:** Manual Focus - **Model Name:** Sky-Watcher Traditional Dobsonian 8" (203mm) - **Objective Lens Diameter:** 203 Millimeters - **Optical Tube Length:** 8 Inches - **Power Source:** Adapter - **Product Dimensions:** 49"D x 18"W x 27"H - **Telescope Mount Description:** Altazimuth Mount ## Images ![Classic 200 Dobsonian 8-inch Telescope – Solid-Tube – Simple, Traditional Design – Easy to Use, Perfect for Beginners, White (S11610) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/617d+GDAzNL.jpg) ![Classic 200 Dobsonian 8-inch Telescope – Solid-Tube – Simple, Traditional Design – Easy to Use, Perfect for Beginners, White (S11610) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61SPo34cw4L.jpg) ![Classic 200 Dobsonian 8-inch Telescope – Solid-Tube – Simple, Traditional Design – Easy to Use, Perfect for Beginners, White (S11610) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61lKe-ZsdNL.jpg) ![Classic 200 Dobsonian 8-inch Telescope – Solid-Tube – Simple, Traditional Design – Easy to Use, Perfect for Beginners, White (S11610) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61KG4zrqfTL.jpg) ![Classic 200 Dobsonian 8-inch Telescope – Solid-Tube – Simple, Traditional Design – Easy to Use, Perfect for Beginners, White (S11610) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Illrvm2oL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: why the shipping weight is so much ? 30lb telescope 60lb shipping ?** A: Hi, the base is all of wood, and the telescope is of metal, the boxes are big. That's the reason of the weight of the shipping. But they send me, the telescope very carefully. The telescope is complete. The all telescope are 2 boxes. Sorry but my english is not very well. Greetings from Guatemala. **Q: I live in an urban area. How hard/cumbersome is is this 10" to travel with to a dark location (in a 4 door sedan)?** A: As an amateur astronomer I have many scopes and this one is 66 lbs and bulky for sure but it is doable. Taking it in two pieces helps and it’s the only way to really transport it safely and effectively. Bringing a friend can make this easier for sure but one person can move it. The issue is this: the bigger the scope the less you’ll use it. The more difficult the the process and time consuming the less you’ll use it. I would recommend it only if you’re driven to do it. If not, then acquire a smaller Newtonian reflector in the 5” diameter range or 4” refractor (more money for a GOOD REFRACTOR NOT A JUNK ONE) and place it on a good altazimuth mount. You’ll see a lot and learn a lot and you won’t become discouraged. Your best scope is the one you use the most. I hope I have helped you. **Q: what comes in the box?** A: The 8" Traditional Sky-Watcher comes complete. Comes in 2 boxes. One really big with OTA, 9x50 finder scope with bracket, attached 2" crayford focuser, 2" and 1.25" ep holders, 25 and 9 mm eyepieces. Second box contains complete mount, wrenches, and instruction manual. Mine had no damage whatsoever, took about an hour to build. Did have to collimate primary mirror, as expected. One thing very helpful-make two milkjug washers, same size as the Teflon center bearing, put one on each side of that bearing, will make azimuth movement way better. **Q: Do the 2 boxes arrive simultaneously or is there a delay between the 2 boxes? And if so approximately how long have you waited?** A: I received only box 2 of 2: the tube and optics. I've waited 30 days and box 1 of 2 has not yet arrived. 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