whats a good telescope for beginners

[star_raider]

I've been thinking of a 60mm refractor or a 3in reflector from Orion but I dont know which one will work best. I would like one that will show me all the major planets and some deep sky stuff too. Which one would should I get?

 

[tfwthom]

Budget Scopes <br /><br />Both the scopes made the list but I wouldn't advise either. Nothing under 6" in a reflector. The Starblast is actually a better scope (if you put eyepieces in it that cost more then the scope like we have), I can't stand the false color (chromatic aberration) in the Orion refractors.<br /><br /> So You Want to Buy a Telescope <br /><br /> Ten Tips for First-Time Telescope Buyers <br /><br /> Choosing Your First Telescope <br /> <div class="Discussion_UserSignature"> <font size="1" color="#3366ff">www.siriuslookers.org</font> </div>

 

[star_raider]

Thanks. I think I'll just save up for the Starblast. I didnt think the two that i wanted before would be that good, and I've always wanted one that would show some deep sky stuff too.