Vintage Celestron-8 2000mm f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain
$400
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- $400
- Buyer's premium (15%)
- $60
- Sales tax (est. 6.6%)
- $30
- Est. all-in
- $490
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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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Item: Vintage Celestron-8 2000mm f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain Pickup: Hurricane, WV 25526 Loading help on site: please advise (assume none) Please quote pickup, any packing or crating, and transport.
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BidProwl Summary
Vintage Celestron-8 Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope with 8-inch aperture, 2000mm focal length, and included mount, described as complete with all parts in great overall condition featuring clean optics and light cosmetic wear. Collectors, amateur astronomers, and astrophotography enthusiasts buy these classic instruments for personal use or resale given their reputation for optical quality and enduring demand. Before bidding, verify actual optical performance by checking for internal dust or coating issues, confirm all mechanical functions work smoothly, and inspect the mount for alignment and stability since condition descriptions lack specifics on age or hours of use.
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Description from HiBid
CELESTRON-8 SCHMIDT-CASSEGRAIN TELESCOPE
Manufacturer: Celestron
Model: Celestron-8 (C8)
Type: Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope (SCT)
Aperture: 8 Inches (203mm)
Focal Length: 2000mm
Focal Ratio: f/10
Mount: Included (as pictured)
Accessories: Complete with All Parts Shown
Celestron-8 2000mm f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope
Offered is a Celestron-8 (C8) Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope, one of the most respected and recognizable telescopes ever produced. Featuring an 8-inch (203mm) aperture and 2000mm focal length (f/10), the C8 has long been considered the benchmark for portable, high-performance astronomy, delivering exceptional views of the Moon, planets, star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies.
The Schmidt-Cassegrain optical design provides the light-gathering ability of a large telescope while maintaining a compact, portable footprint. Its 8-inch aperture offers excellent resolution and impressive deep-sky performance, making it equally at home for visual observing and astrophotography.
This telescope is complete with all parts shown and is in great overall condition, appearing to have been carefully maintained. The optical tube, mount, and accessories present very well, making this an outstanding opportunity for both experienced astronomers and collectors of classic Celestron instruments.
Features
Celestron-8 (C8) Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope
8-inch (203mm) aperture
2000mm focal length
f/10 optical system
Compact Schmidt-Cassegrain design
Excellent planetary and deep-sky performance
Complete with all parts shown
Heavy-duty mount included
Ideal for visual astronomy and astrophotography
Great overall condition
Condition Summary
Exterior:
Great condition with light cosmetic wear consistent with careful ownership. Optical tube, mount, and accessories are clean and well maintained.
Optics:
Optics appear clean and well preserved with no obvious damage noted. Mirrors and corrector plate present well.
Mechanical:
Reported to be 100% operational. Focus mechanism and mount function properly, and the telescope is ready for immediate use.
Overall:
A classic Celestron-8 in great condition and complete with all major components. These telescopes have earned an outstanding reputation for optical quality and remain among the most desirable Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes ever produced.
Collector & User Interest
The Celestron-8 (C8) has been one of the world's most successful telescopes for over 50 years and remains highly sought after by amateur astronomers and collectors alike. Its combination of premium optics, portability, and versatility has made it an industry standard. Complete, well-maintained examples continue to command strong prices, especially when sold with their original mount and accessories.
Estimated Auction Hammer Range
$1,500 - $2,000
Pickup information
Hurricane, WV 25526
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