This telescope represents a real breakthrough in value for a 150mm Newtonian.

Its impressive standard equipment includes a high quality parabolic primary mirror, precision EQ3-2 equatorial Mount with built-in polarscope, superb widefield multi-coated eyepieces and direct SLR camera connection for prime focus photography.

"Many contemporary observers severely underestimate what a quality telescope of this size is capable of revealing.

The fit and finish of the Explorer-150PL is typical of Sky-Watchers contemporary products - in other words, extremely good for the money. The rigid yet lightweight rolled steel tube has an unobtrusive seam and the gorgeous slightly metallic sky blue paint finish contrasts nicely with the rounded black tube end castings.

M13, the great Hercules globular cluster, was a magnificent sight despite urban light pollution with resolved components across the core with innumerable peripheral stars. Verdict: a reborn classic that I can't recommend highly enough for the price.."

Ade Ashford, www.scopetest.com

Endorsed and recommended by

Sir Patrick Moore CBE FRS