The Celestron C14 is a benchmark in the astronomical world. This one is mounted on a top spec Losmandy equatorial mount which also has a strong following. It is a schmidt cassegrain telescope that combines a short tube length with long focus length potential. Our local society has asked me to list this telescope because it is simply not being used. We have a C11 and our members have no trouble using it because of its basic hand controls. The Gemini system on the losmandy has proved to be far too complicated for our astro enthusiasts using our observatory. This system has a lot of quirkes and faults, and needs to be taken up by someone who has good IT comprehension. We think that the best way forward is to have someone who understands IT a lot more and perhaps use it with a laptop.
The telescope itself is in great condition optically, however the tube itself has suffered cosmetic damage with bubbles and blisters as seen in the hi res pictures attached. The Losmandy mount seems to be in pristine condition. However, it is mounted on a pier which is permanent, so the telescope will be offered as a tube assembly plus Losmandy mount only. And pick up only, as this is not an easy one man job to remove. My personal viewing experience has been second to none, including the Homunculus in the Eta Carina nebula, the only time I have ever seen the dumbbell visually. We will list it a t $5400 or near offer, a bargain when you consider what you are getting for the money. We are however open to realistic offers. It comes with 3 eyepieces and a 2inch to 1inch and a quarter adapter. I have checked the RA and DEC slewing and have included a close up photo of the control box without the cover.