im buying USED Orion skyquest xt8 intelliscope?

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Ian K

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it says orion skyquest 8" telescope with object locater on a dobsonian base in immaculate condition. Also inluded a 9x50 finderscope and a 10mm and 25mm eyepiece
so i hope its not missing anything
is it good to buy used? does it affect at all?
i mean i m trying to lower my budget and why buy new when i can buy used if its all good condition
and is it ok to use inside my house through the window ?
should i take out the mosquito net from it?
thanks
ughh sure,
and i meant window open
not through the glass
 
+If you are asking questions like "...is it OK to use inside my house through the window...." then obviously you have not done enough research about telescopes. I would STRONGLY RECOMMEND that you research the different types of scopes, what they do, and what you can expect. You are NOT going to be looking out a window with a Dobsonian. Don't just jump into a scope because it is inexpensive. If you do, you are in for a very unpleasant experience.
<EDIT> Start by reading some of the info at the below sites. PLEASE read them before you start spending money.
 
Even through an open window heat currents will spoil your sky viewing.

It's perfectly OK to buy used telescope equipment if you know what you are buying. Look up Orion XT 8 on Google and see what comes standard with the telescope. Also try to locate a local Astronomy club and have the members help you with your telescope purchase.
 
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