Celestron NexStar 130 SLT Computerized Telescope
$100
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- $100
- Buyer's premium (15%)
- $15
- Sales tax (est. 6.6%)
- $8
- Est. all-in
- $123
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Market demand: general surplus in West Virginia sold in 77% of closed auctions this past year, with a median of 7 bids per lot. From 306 completed sales in our archive.
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Celestron NexStar 130 SLT computerized GoTo telescope with 130mm parabolic reflector, complete with hand controller, red dot finder, dual eyepieces, tripod, accessory tray, and original documentation, reported in very good to excellent condition with light cosmetic wear and 100% functional mechanics. Amateur astronomers and serious hobbyists buy these complete units for personal observing or to resell as turnkey packages, since the included accessories and documentation command premium pricing. Verify the hand controller functions properly, check optical alignment and collimation of the mirror, test the GoTo motors and tracking on bright objects, and inspect the tripod for any stability issues before committing.
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Description from HiBid
CELESTRON NEXSTAR 130 SLT COMPUTERIZED TELESCOPE
Manufacturer: Celestron
Model: NexStar 130 SLT
Type: Computerized Newtonian Reflector Telescope
Aperture: 130mm (5.1")
Optical Design: Parabolic Newtonian Reflector
Mount: Computerized GoTo Alt-Azimuth Mount
Tripod: Adjustable Stainless Steel Tripod
Included: Original Hand Controller, StarPointer Red Dot Finder, 20mm & 9mm Eyepieces, Accessory Tray, Original Paperwork & Documentation
Celestron NexStar 130 SLT Computerized Telescope
Offered is a Celestron NexStar 130 SLT Computerized Telescope in very good to excellent condition, complete with all original factory accessories and paperwork. This premium GoTo telescope is one of Celestron's most popular models, combining a 130mm parabolic reflector with the legendary NexStar computerized mount capable of automatically locating and tracking over 40,000 celestial objects.
Included with this complete package are the original NexStar computerized hand controller, StarPointer red-dot finder, 20mm and 9mm eyepieces, stainless steel tripod, accessory tray, and all original manuals and documentation. Having a complete, original package significantly enhances both usability and resale value, as many used examples are missing accessories or paperwork.
The 130mm aperture gathers enough light to produce outstanding views of the Moon, Saturn's rings, Jupiter and its moons, the Orion Nebula, star clusters, and numerous galaxies and deep-sky objects. Celestron's SkyAlign technology allows even first-time users to align the telescope in just minutes, making it one of the easiest computerized telescopes to operate.
Features
Celestron NexStar 130 SLT
130mm (5.1") parabolic Newtonian reflector
Fully computerized GoTo mount
Automatic tracking of 40,000+ celestial objects
SkyAlign technology
Original NexStar computerized hand controller
StarPointer red-dot finder
20mm & 9mm eyepieces included
Adjustable stainless steel tripod
Original accessory tray
Complete with original paperwork and manuals
Ready for immediate observing
Condition Summary
Exterior:
Very good to excellent condition with light cosmetic wear consistent with careful ownership. Optical tube, mount, tripod, and accessories are exceptionally clean and well maintained.
Mechanical:
Reported to be 100% operational. The GoTo mount, tracking motors, hand controller, focusing system, and optics function properly and are ready for immediate use.
Overall:
A complete, turnkey astronomy package including all original accessories and factory documentation. Complete examples in this condition are increasingly difficult to find and are especially desirable for both beginning and experienced astronomers.
Collector & User Interest
The NexStar 130 SLT remains one of Celestron's best-selling computerized telescopes, with a current retail price of approximately $700 new. Even Celestron's own factory-inspected used examples sell for around $570, reflecting the model's continued popularity and value.
Because this telescope includes all original accessories, hand controller, eyepieces, tripod, and original paperwork, it should command a premium over incomplete used examples commonly found on the secondary market.
Estimated Auction Hammer Range
$650 - $850
Pickup information
Hurricane, WV 25526
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