This instrument is a very nice and exceptionally well manufactured entry-level telescope. The high quality of the optical elements used provides an unusually sharp and high-contrast image for this telescope class. The permanently mounted illuminated dot finder allows you to find the desired targets quickly and easily, and the 1.25" rack and pinion focuser lets you adjust the focus smoothly. The telescope is suitable for nature and earth observation, as well as for astronomical applications such as lunar and planetary observation. The tube is attached to the mount via a common dovetail rail. The device can be set up within a few minutes completely without any special prior knowledge.