{"product_id":"skywatcher-starquest-1145p-114mm-4-5-f-4-4-parabolic-equatorial-newtonian-reflector-telescope-10286","title":"Sky-Watcher StarQuest 1145P 114mm f\/4.4 Parabolic Equatorial Newtonian Telescope","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSky-Watcher StarQuest 1145P 114mm f\/4.4 Parabolic Equatorial Newtonian Telescope\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Code: 10286\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSky-Watcher StarQuest 1145P\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact yet powerful \u003cstrong\u003egrab-and-go Newtonian reflector telescope\u003c\/strong\u003e, combining high-quality parabolic optics with a precision-engineered equatorial mount. Designed for beginners and progressing observers alike, it delivers excellent performance on the Moon, planets, star clusters, nebulae and brighter galaxies—while remaining lightweight and easy to set up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith fast f\/4.4 optics, smooth slow-motion tracking, and smartphone imaging support included, the StarQuest 1145P is an ideal all-round telescope for visual astronomy and first steps into astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🔭 High-Quality Parabolic Optics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the StarQuest 1145P is a \u003cstrong\u003e114mm parabolic primary mirror\u003c\/strong\u003e, delivering sharp, well-corrected views across the field of view. 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