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Reduced! 22-inch Obsession Ultra Compact (Discontinued)


$9495.00  $16500.00


SKU: SKU3572

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This 22-inch f/4.2 Dobsonian includes Argo Navis digital setting circles and the ServoCat go to system. Labeling this telescope as used is probably a disservice because it seems clear that it has never been fully assembled. The primary mirror is still wrapped in the original packaging. We believe the mirror was made by Galaxy based upon the included optical test report. Unfortunately we do not have packaging for the remainder of the telescope and must insist that they buyer collect it from our store in person.

This is a large telescope weighing about 150 pounds when fully assembled. The primary mirror alone weighs approximately 65 pounds. Eyepiece height at zenith is 88 inches. These factors probably have much to do with why the scope is for sale in the first place. We sometimes joke that Dobsonian telescopes above a certain size are something of a "lifestyle choice," and one of this size would certainly fit that definition. The Ultra Compact name derives from the fact that the components of the telescope do collapse down to a size that will fit within most cars. Photos on the Obsession website show this telescope in the back of a 2012 Corvette, which is not a vehicle sold on the basis of its cargo capacity. Let's just say that this is a large telescope specifically designed to be manageable.

This telescope is equipped with the following optional accessories:

  • Argo Navis digital setting circles
  • ServoCAT go to system
  • TeleVue Paracorr
  • Feather Touch Focuser
  • Telrad reflex finder
  • Nylon Shroud
  • Barlowed laser collimator
If purchased new today this telescope would be priced at over $16,500 plus shipping.

Local Sale Only

We must stress the fact that we have no way to ship this telescope. A very large shipping charge has been placed on this item to discourage online ordering. If you are interested in this item you must come and collect it in person.

Other Notes

This telescope was delivered to us without any instructions for the telescope, Argo Navis, or ServoCAT systems. These should all be available direct from Dave Kriege at Obsession. As such we've made no attempt to power up the electronics and test them, but we are confident that they were never used. Some minor final assembly steps are yet to be completed, including assembly of the mirror flotation cells and installing the [included] floss inside the secondary holder. We would strongly encourage the installation of a secondary mirror heater, which was not included with the telescope.


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