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NEW: Nature DX ED Binoculars

NEW: Nature DX ED Binoculars

Celestron’s award-winning Nature DX binocular gets a major upgrade with the addition of ED objective lenses.

NEW: Elements ThermoTank 3

NEW: Elements ThermoTank 3

On the trail, at the job site, in the classroom, or simply sitting at home relaxing – the Celestron Elements ThermoTank 3 will keep your hands toasty.

NEW: Elements ThermoTorch 5

NEW: Elements ThermoTorch 5

This rugged, 3-in-1 device features a true tactical 3-mode flashlight, a hand warmer, and a portable power bank for recharging your personal electronics on the go.
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SHIPPING StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ Smartphone App-Enabled Newtonian Reflector Telescope
StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ Smartphone App-Enabled Newtonian Reflector Telescope
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StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ Smartphone App-Enabled Newtonian Reflector Telescope
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PowerSeeker 127EQ Telescope
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NexStar 4SE Computerized Telescope
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StarSense Explorer DX 5" Smartphone App-Enabled Schmidt Cassegrain Telescope

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Moon Mission Travel Scope 70 Portable Telescope
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Astro Fi 102mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope
Astro Fi 102mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope
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USED Used - StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ Smartphone App-Enabled Newtonian Reflector Telescope
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