Charles Hover Reviews

I have owned my TOA-130 for a little over six months now and I can say only this. I would never trade or sell it for an AP scope. If you want the best in visual or CCD imaging, I highly recommend this scope. The first time I looked through this scope was at the moon. My jaw just dropped and the only thought for words was WOW! The image was so crystal clear and sharp. The experience was similar to the first time I viewed a HD TV for the first time. I doubt I will ever consider trading or selling this scope for another scope. It is a life time keeper in my opinion. The only small criticism I have of the TOA is I wish they would have made the focus tube travel a little longer for CCD imaging. That is the only thing I wish would have been different. TAK quality, both optically and mechanically, is just outstanding! Do not pass up a chance to own one of these fine scopes. Charles Hover

I have owned my TOA-130 and EM-200 Temma II mount for a little over six months. The TOA-130: I would never trade or sell it for an AP scope. If you want the equal to the best, or in my opinion, better than the best in visual or CCD imaging, I highly recommend this scope. The first time I looked through this scope was at the moon. My jaw just dropped and the only thought for words was WOW! The image was so crystal clear and razor sharp. The only small criticism I have of the TOA is I wish they would have made the focus tube travel a little longer for CCD imaging. That is the only thing I wish would have been different. TAK quality, both optically and mechanically, is just outstanding! Do not pass up a chance to own one of these excellent scopes. The EM-200 Temma II Mount: This was my first EQ mount I ever owned. The EM-200 is light and very, very accurate! It comes with a 5 arc second tracking accuracy out of the box. Setup to include polar alignment is simple and fast. I have taken many great CCD images with this mount and my TOA-130. I love buying American, but Takahashi is my Telescope of choice when it comes to premium optics, mechanical engineering and most of all very little if any wait time! Why wait for a dream when you can already own a TAK! Charles Hover