DESC: This telescope has all glass components, coated optics and smooth functioning mounts, with the added benefit of slow motion controls on the mount for easy adjustments. The Firstscope 70 telescope tubes are glossy black aluminum. Firstscope 70 models are powerful optical instruments that have 100 times the light gathering ability of the naked eye. This ability allows the Firstscope 70 to deliver images 37% brighter than those produced by a 60mm refractor telescope. The objective lens is designed to yield the finest images available in this class of optical instrument. The optical tubes are glossy black aluminum and the accessories are all made of glass with metal construction, to ensure good image quality. The German equatorial mount features setting circles and slow motion controls on the R.A. and DEC axes. These controls will enhance your viewing experience by simplifying both locating and tracking objects.