Teeter's Telescopes Production Log, 2002-Present (Updated 12/25/2018)

A complete history of every custom telescope that we have manufactured as well an updated listing of Teeter's Telescopes currently under construction. Current orders "In Progress" listed first, then completed orders further below.

PLEASE BE SURE TO SCROLL DOWN for completed telescopes and click on the "Gallery" to view a full image gallery of that project. Check back frequently for updates as we add more telescopes and more galleries to this"Scope Log."

Dates of Completion marked with an asterisk (*) are estimates and subject to change due to primary mirror or other major component delays.

Entry Scope Primary Mirror Product Line Date of Completion Customer Location Production Notes
TT205 In Progress 18" F/4.5 Zambuto TT/Classic December 2019* Robert T. California An amazing instrument that will utilize Quartz for the primary mirror substrate, allowing fast cool down times to ambient outdoor temperatures. Upgrades include the ServoCat GoTo/Tracking system, the Nexus DSC, Feathertouch focuser, SIPS, etc.
TT204 In Progress 14.5" F/5 Zambuto TT/Classic October 2019* Gordon S. Texas At F/5 this telescope starts to bridge the gap between wide field and planetary/lunar high contrast observing. The Zambuto primary mirror will allow this telescope to do everything exceedingly well because of the smooth polish and well corrected figure.
TT203 In Progress 15" F/4.5 Ostahowski TT/Classic April 2019* Doug O. Arizona This telescope will be the customer's main observing instrument from dark desert skies. Upgrades include a Quartz primary mirror substrate, a dual speed Moonlite focuser and Nexus digital setting circles.
TT202 In Progress 10" F/4.7   TT/Classic April 2019* Wyatt D. New Hampshire This telescope, using customer supplied primary and secondary mirrors, replaces a lighter weight version from another manufacturer.
TT201 In Progress 16" F/4 Zambuto TT/Journey-HD June 2019* Alan P. California The same customer STS86. This Journey-HD will be his main observing instrument and is being purchased to replace another manufacturer's telescope that did not fully suit this customer's needs. A telescope that breaks down into smaller and light components is what he was after and this telescope should accomplish that.
STS86 In Progress 11" F/4.5 Zambuto TT/STS June 2019* Alan P. California This customer was looking for a telescope that was more portable and easier to move around than his larger instrument from another manufacturer. Still providing ample aperture, the views in the 11" STS are reminescent of a larger instrument, plus it sets up quickly compared to a larger Truss-Dobsonian.
TT200 In Progress 20" F/3.5 Lightholder TT/Sub4 February 2019* George S. Florida An upgrade from a mass produced telescope of smaller aperture, this telescope will be this customer's primary instrument. Fortunately he will do most of his observing from home where he can roll the telescope outside right onto an observing platform.
TT199 In Progress 14.5" F/4.5 Zambuto TT/Classic June 2019* Jansen L. Pennsylvania This will be the customer's largest telescope, an upgrade in aperture from a smaller refractor. Looking for a good compromise between weight and aperture, the customer selected our 14.5" Classic because it offered moderate aperture, a solid structure and could easily be rolled out from his garage for use at home.
TT198 In Progress 18" F/5 Zambuto TT/Classic April 2019* Luis M. Monterrey, Mexico Luis is our first customer from Mexico and he selected an instrument slightly longer in focal length (F/5) than is typical for this aperture (18"). Unless you are looking for "feet flat on the ground" observing, we always suggest going with as slow a focal ratio as you can. Contrast is boosted every little bit slower you can go.
STS85 In Progress 10" F/5 Zambuto TT/STS January 2019* Rick R. New Jersey Rick is a return customer who purchased (and still owns) a 14.5" telescope we built for him several years ago. He's adding this 10" scope, with what will be an equisite Zambuto primary mirror, to his collection of equipment to be a planetary scope that he will use sometimes in its Dobsonian mount but also sometimes in a set of custom mounting rings on an EQ mount.
STS84 In Progress 8" F/5.7 Zambuto TT/STS February 2019* Mark B. New York This customer is a repeat customer. He sold the first 8" STS he purchased from us several years ago and regretting it so much that he came back to have us build him another! :-) This STS will have all the best options including digital setting circles, dual speed Moonlite focuser, 1/30 PV secondary mirror, etc.
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10" F/6

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Lockwood TT/STS December 2018 Nick L. Ohio This telescope is an outstanding planetary instrument along with giving stunning contrast for objects like globular star clusters. Further, this is our first STS telescope to utilize the Dual Boundary Layer Cooling Fan method which is standard on our larger telescopes.
TT197 In Progress 12" F/4 GSO TT/Journey-AIR January 2019* Donna M. Georgia This telescope will be going with our customer to various locales around the world. The bulk of the structure will be checked-baggage while the primary mirror and mirror cell will be carry-on luggage.
TT196 In Progress 18" F/4.5 Zambuto TT/Classic March 2019* Jim T. Delaware Decked out with all of the upgrades we offer, this telescope will be an awesome all-in-one package. This customer travels regularly for star parties and has a spot in his RV already set aside for this scope.
TT195 In Progress 14.5" F/4.5 Lightholder TT/Classic March 2019* Steve E. Louisianna Having not been happy with a previous telescope, this customer came to us to build a custom telescope to his specific requests.
TT194 In Progress 22" F/3.3 Lightholder TT/Sub4 January 2019* Sam F. New Mexico Having moved to a new location with much dark skies, this customer wanted to have his "forever telescope" built to use under those skies. He opted to have us build our largest Sub4 scope with all of the most popular upgrades.
TT193 In Progress 16" F/3.8 Lightholder TT/Journey-HD February 2019* In Stock TBD Occassionally we have an open spot in a production run as we did recently and we will fill it with a telescope of our choosing to build "ahead." This Journey-HD will allow us to further tweak and enhance this design by having one to use as a test bench.
STS82 sts82

8" F/6

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Parks Optical TT/STS April 2018 In Stock TBD Occassionally we have an open spot in a production run as we did recently and we will fill it with a telescope of our choosing to build "ahead." This STS was a bit of an experiment aesthetically as we opted to use brand new wood stain color (Bright Red Cherry) and powder coat finish for the OTA ("Starfield").
STS81 sts81

8" F/6

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GSO TT/STS June 2018 Heather T. New Jersey Combatting the "Cobblers Family Has No Shoes" situation, this telescope was built for the wife of Teeter's Telescopes founder, Rob Teeter. It was about time that Heather, who does all of the seamstress work for Teeter's Telescopes, had a telescope of her own. Finished with our Amber wood stain, Blue Vein powder coat for the OTA and Nickel/Chrome hardware.
STS80 sts80

11" F/4.5

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Lightholder TT/STS November 2018 Phil A. California Designed to be optically sharp and minimally complex with limited electronics, this telescope's Lightholder primary mirror and 1/30 P-V secondary mirror put up outstanding images at the eyepiece. The customer also requested a custom green color for the optical tube assembly, which we were happy to provide.
TT192 In Progress 15" F/5 Zambuto TT/Custom January 2019* Rob B. Florida Here's a fairly rare moderate aperture telescope with a somewhat slower focal ratio than usual. This customer didn't feel the need to follow the trend of larger and shorter, he wanted taller yet still manageable. This telescope will be an exceptional optical performer at F/5 with a Zambuto Quartz primary mirror.
STS79 sts79

10" F/5

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Zambuto TT/STS November 2018 Kyle F. Illinois Outfitted with a Zambuto Quartz primary mirror, Feathertouch focuser, Nexus DSC's and a 1/30 P-V secondary mirror the images at the eyepiece are sharp, contrasty and snap into focus. Further, the "Jersey Creme" powder coat for the tube assembly is a great contrast to the Cherry wood stain for the rest of the structure.
STS78 sts78

10" F/5

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Lightholder TT/STS November 2018 Neil F. Israel This is our customer's primary instrument, spec'ed out with awesome upgrades like a Dual Speed Moonlite focuser, Nexus DSC's, and a 1/30 P-V secondary mirror. This scope also looks great with our "Alien Silver" powder coated tube and Ebony wood stain.
TT191 In Progress 12.5" F/4.5 Zambuto TT/Journey-HD April 2019* Steve V. Minnesota This is our first 12.5" Journey-HD which is a heavier duty version of our Journey-AIR travelscope. The HD is built a little thicker too so it is more stable and balance is less touchy.
TT190 In Progress 16" F/4 Zambuto TT/Classic January 2019* Michele K. Ontario, Canada An upgrade from a mass produced telescope which left them wanting more, this customer decided they wanted a "turn key" instrument. As we always do, this telescope will come fully integrated and set up with all of our most popular upgrades. This will be a great instrument since it will be combined with an equisite Zambuto primary mirror (on thin 1.25" Quartz substrate).
TT189 tt189

20" F/4

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Lightholder TT/Classic May 2018 PAC Arizona Custom designed and built for the Palominas Astronomy Club (PAC) in southern Arizona, this telescope serves as the centerpiece of the club's roll-off roof observatory. Once they become "Qualified Observers," any member will be able to use the telescope for their personal observations in the observatory. This telescope also travels to some California and Arizona star parties.
TT188 In Progress 14.5" F/5 Zambuto TT/Classic January 2019* Martin R. Italy This telescope will be the customer's primary instrument for use at his dark sky location in the Italian Alps. Spec'ed out with a slightly longer than usual focal ratio (F/5) this telescope will provide exceptional contrast at the eyepiece under dark skies, allowing low surface brightness objects to pop from the background sky.
TT187 tt187

12.5" F/4.5

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Lightholder TT/Journey-AIR August 2018 Tammy R. Oregon Due to a freak accident where her other telescope was destroyed, Tammy had us build her a new telescope. She took this opportunity to "spec out" one that is more suited to her exact observing requirements and requests. That included a telescope that could pack down small and be easily handled by one person.
TT186 tt186

16" F/4

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Zambuto TT/Classic December 2018 Ken C. California An outstanding optical set (Zambuto primary and 1/30 PV Antares secondary), when combined with our most popular mechanical upgrades, makes this an amazing all-in-one package. Upgrades include GoTo/Tracking from the ServoCat system and the Powered Groundboard (PGB).
TT185 tt185

22" F/3.3

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Ostahowski TT/Sub4 August 2018 Vladislav M. Massachusetts A major aperture upgrade for this customer from his premium refractor telescope, this 22" has full GoTo/Tracking, along with all of our most popular upgrades including a Filter Slide, Feathertouch focuser, aluminum bearings, etc.
TT184 tt184

14.5" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/Classic October 2018 Danny L. North Carolina A return customer, this 14.5" telescope is his large aperture instrument and his previously purchased 8" STS will be his "grab and go" scope. He will be able to swap his DSC controller box back and forth between scopes as each one has our encoder package.
TT183 tt183

20" F/4

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Ostahowski TT/Classic July 2018 Bob S. Florida This big scope is a great all around instrument on deep sky objects and the planets with its exquisite primary mirror hailed by Terry Ostahowski as "The best I've ever made!" This is also one of our most aesthetically striking scopes with its Ebony wood stain and Nickel/Chrome hardware package.
TT182 tt182

16" F/3.8

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Lightholder TT/Journey-HD April 2018 Steve J. Maryland This telescope is housed in the customer's dark sky site observatory, but will be transported from time to time. Hence, this highly portable nature of the Journey product appealed to him. For tracking this telescope sits atop a "Crossbow" equatorial platform.
TT181 tt181

14.5" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/Classic September 2018 Rocco P. New York The customer plans to use this telescope extensively for public outreach with the Rockland Astronomy Club (RAC). He wanted at least moderate aperture yet a telescope small enough to be quickly loaded and unloaded from his vehicle. Also, the tie-dye light shroud from Shrouds by Heather makes quite the impression at these public events.
STS77 sts77

11" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/STS May 2018 John W. California One of our most popular telescopes, this STS utilizes a Zambuto primary mirror and has a Feathertouch focuser along with the Nexus DSC unit.
STS76 sts76

11" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/STS June 2018 RAS New York Purchased by the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's Astronomical Society (RAS) for use by their student membership. Every Saturday night the RAS hosts a public observing session on the roof of their physics building. This telescope is an outstanding optical performer with a Zambuto primary mirror, 1/30 PV secondary from Antares and full OTA velvet lining.
TT180 tt180

16" F/4

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Zambuto TT/Journey-HD August 2018 Peter T. Ontario, Canada This customer was looking for a telescope that could be easily managed by one person yet provided ample aperture. The round lower assembly, versus our standard square box, was also appealing to him from an aesthetic standpoint. Upon delivery he couldn't believe how much lighter this telescope was than his 12" mass produced solid tube telescope.
STS75 sts75

11" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/STS April 2018 Sean M. Massachusetts Another of our STS telescopes finished with our "Green Vein" OTA powder coat and Ebony wood stain. The OTA was made 6" longer than usual to give additional blocking of ambient light into the optical pathway. This is a good modification for those who observe in light polluted areas. This telescope also utilizes an outstanding Zambuto primary mirror with outstanding contrast at the eyepiece.
STS74 sts74

8" F/5.7

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Zambuto TT/STS May 2018 Stefan B. Oregon This telescope is a great planetary/lunar telescope and will show the showpiece Messier and NGC objects with great detail. The Zambuto primary mirror will provide excellent contrast and sharp images. The customer plans to take this telescope camping with him and his family as it takes up little space in their vehicle.
TT179 tt179

12.5" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/Journey-AIR August 2018 Robert W. Pennsylvania Another 12.5" Journey telescope for which the customer has many trips planned, both domestically and internationally. This one will also come equipped with the Nexus DSC system. The customer also purchased this telescope so he could sit at the eyepiece more frequently than his does with a larger scope.
TT178 tt178

18" F/3.7

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Lightholder TT/Sub4 April 2018 Taylor Observatory California Commissioned by the "Friends of Taylor Observatory" for the Taylor Observatory located near wine country in California. This telescope is used for public observing nights and by members of a local astronomy club. Outfitted with upgrades like the ServoCat GoTo/Tracking system and the Nexus DSC system, this telescope is fully automated.
TT177 tt177

14.5" F/4.5

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Lightholder TT/Classic June 2018 Dan M. Utah To be used in the customer's dark mountain skies at around 7000' elevation, this telescope has many of our most popular upgrades such as an awesome Feathertouch focuser, ServoCat tracking system, Nexus DSC, iPad Stalk, etc. It is finished in our Cali Red wood stain and Nickel/Chrome hardware.
TT176 tt176

16" F/3.8

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Lightholder TT/Journey-HD April 2017 Dave A. Pennsylvania The first 16" from our new Journey line of telescopes to come off the "production line." This scope breaks down into small chunks so no single piece weighs more than 40 pounds, which is remarkable for a telescope of this aperture.
TT175 tt175

12.5" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/Journey-AIR January 2018 Michael V. Wisconsin Another 12.5" Journey telescope for which the customer has many trips planned, both domestically and internationally. This one will also come equipped with the Nexus DSC system.
TT174 tt174

12.5" F/4.5

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Lightholder TT/Journey-AIR February 2018 Ted W. Taiwan The second 12.5" offering from our new Journey line of ultra portable telescopes. This telescope will "journey" its way to Taiwan and around to the various dark skies in that area.
STS73 sts73

10" F/6

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Zambuto TT/STS April 2018 Eric S. California This telescope is an awesome planetary instrument with its ultra smooth Zambuto primary mirror on Fused Silica Quartz substrate (0.7" edge thickness). The full interior black velvet lining also enhances contrast at the eyepiece. The customer intends to do a lot of public outreach using this telescope, specifically on planetary and lunar targets.
STS72 sts72

11" F/5

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Zambuto TT/STS April 2018 Aduanne C. Pennsylvania This telescope replaces the client's former mass produced solid tube telescope that is much heavier and bulkier than this STS. His mass produced scope is also more complex and time consuming to set up and take down in the field. He is purchasing this STS chiefly for its simplicity and optical superiority.
TT173 tt173

16" F/4

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Zambuto TT/Journey-HD April 2018 Doug B. Michigan This is our TT/Journey prototype in the 16" aperture. After having several other telescopes over the years with varying degrees of quality, this client wanted one final telescope that encompassed all of the positive aspects he enjoyed most from the other telescopes he owned, but all wrapped up in one premium instrument. This telescope is the first to utilize the new larger aperture thin Quartz material (only 1.125" edge) from Zambuto for the primary mirror substrate.
STS71 sts71

11" F/4.5

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Lightholder TT/STS September 2017 James N. Michigan This client kept his STS simple, with no electronics other than the primary mirror cooling fan. However, he did go unique on the OTA exterior powder coating finish with a deep, high gloss, purple color. A first use of this color for us! Do you see more purple or blue? Depends on the lighting, actually!
STS70 sts70

11" F/4.5

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Lightholder TT/STS September 2017 Max L. Connecticut This telescope was designed around another equisite Lightholder Optics primary mirror. Upgrades include the Nexus DSC unit and the Moonlite dual speed focuser. An upgrade from the customer's existing 8" mass produced Dobsonian this telescope will allow him to delve beyond the usual showpiece Messier deep sky objects.
TT172 tt172

15" F/4.5

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Ed Jones TT/Custom December 2017 John S. North Carolina The client had an array of telescope parts already in his possession, including the primary mirror, focuser, finderscope and DSC controller box. We designed this telescope around those parts, some of which he had for 20+ years without having had an opportunity to do anything with them until finding us.
STS69 sts69

10" F/4.7

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Pegasus TT/STS June 2017 Stanley K. Connecticut A professional painter by trade, this customer is purchased his STS telescope with a completely unfinished base and tube cradle so he could apply the color pattern of his choice to contrast against the Red Vein OTA he selected. He ended up doing a wood stain on the rockerbox similar to our Cherry stain color, and a pebbled black paint to the tube cradle and two altitude bearings. We think it looks pretty slick!
STS68 sts68

11" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/STS June 2017 Dale C. South Carolina This telescope utilizes a Zambuto primary mirror on unparalleled Fused Silica Quartz substrate for ultra fast cool down times to ambient temperature. Other upgrades include a Feathertouch focuser and SkyCommander DSCs.
TT171 tt171

20" F/3.5

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Lightholder TT/Sub4 June 2017 Larry S. Texas Aftering seeing TT124 at the 2016 Texas Star Party, the client decided that telescope was almost exactly what he wanted from a large aperture premium telescope. This Sub4 has all of the best upgrades installed including a Feathertouch focuser with SIPS (Starlight Integrated Paracorr System), ServoCat system, Nexus DSC unit, Glatter Cable Sling, etc. And, the best part is that it fits in his Toyota Prius vehicle, with room to spare!!
STS67 sts67

8" F/5.7

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Zambuto TT/STS January 2017 Julio B. Wisconsin Like many of our other 8" STS telescopes, this too utilizes a Zambuto mirror on 0.7" thickness Fused Silica Quartz substrate, providing quick cool-down to ambient temperature and a superbly smooth optical figure. This telescope has our Red Vein powder coat on the OTA, a sharp look against the Cherry wood stain.
STS66 sts66

11" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/STS June 2017 Garrett S. California The client was looking for a great all-around telescope for planetary viewing, deep sky viewing with wide fields and would be easily portable but quickly set up in the field. This telescope utilizes the new Nexus Digital Setting Circle (DSC) unit.
STS65 sts65

8" F/6

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Orion TT/STS October 2017 Paul A. Florida Potentially acquired as more of a showpiece than an astronomical instrument, this telescope will be on display in the customer's living room for their many guests to see. It'll be taken out occassionally on the balcony to view the Moon and Planets.
STS64 sts64

8" F/6

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Meade TT/STS December 2016 Charlie P. Connecticut This telescope was built for my 7 year old first-cousin-once-removed, Charlie. While he may be young, he has a budding interest in science, and specifically space. His parents wanted to get him a really nice instrument, but not spend a ton of money. Our bare-bones 8" STS fit their needs nicely.
STS63 sts63

11" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/STS June 2017 Dave M. California This client jumped up from a 5" refractor as his main observing instrument and wanted a telescope easily portable and quickly setup, hence this 11" STS fit what he was looking for nicely. We built the Dob base slightly taller than usual to accommodate a taller balance point because a heavy binoviewer, filter slide and powerswitch will be utilized on this scope.
TT170 tt170

18" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/Classic October 2017 HAF Norway The Haugaland Astronomiske Forening (HAF), an astronomy club located in the southwest portion of Norway, contracted us to build their "Club Scope" for use by all members at their dark sky site. This is a very basic non-automated scope to keep the learning curve low so it is accessible to all levels of expertise of their many club members.
TT169 tt169

18" F/4.2

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Zambuto TT/Custom May 2017 Rick S. Maryland After much correspondence with the client and review of raytracing programs, this aperture and focal length were decided upon as the best combination when considering eyepiece height at zenith, secondary mirror size (3.50"), illuminated field and central obstruction. This is a stunning all around instrument, great on planets and deep sky alike. This customer also requested a custom "Royal Blue" exterior (black interior, of course) light shroud to compliment our signature Cherry wood stain.
STS62 sts62

11" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/STS June 2017 Sam W. California This telescope was purchased as a secondary instrument, used when traveling away from home. He also owns TT127, a 16" F/4.5 TT/Stark, for use on his property. This 11" STS utilizes our Red Vein powder coat for the OTA and our new Ebony wood stain for the structure. This is a sharp looking scope! And, optically sharp and contrasty as they come.
TT168 tt168

18" F/4

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Zambuto TT/Classic August 2017 Michael G. Arizona With dark skies north and west of Tucson, AZ, this customer decided he wanted large aperture, sharp optics and a rigid structure. According to him we are building his dream telescope. Wow! This is the second telescope we've built that utilized our new Ebony wood stain, but this time with black hardware (and some small brass accents).
STS61 sts61

11" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/STS January 2017 John B. Florida This telescope serves as the customer's primary instrument, an upgrade from his current mass produced 4" SCT. He decided to invest in a telescope that he states "will be THE telescope I use for the rest of my life." We're honored! Plus we think he picked an awesome color for the tube! This is our first "Green Vein."
STS60 sts60

8" F/6.7

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Customer Made TT/STS January 2017 Anthony R. Texas After grinding it several decades ago, this customer decided to send us his 8" primary mirror to have a STS structure built around it. The structure features our Red Vein OTA powder coat finish.
TT167 tt167

11" F/4.5

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Ostahowski TT/Journey-AIR January 2017 Tom C. Massachusetts Looking to move from a bulky, heavy and outdated cardboard-tube commercial Dobsonian, this customer had us transfer the Celestron/Ostahowski optics into a new lighter weight, more transportable, Journey structure.
TT166 tt166

11" F/4.5

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Lightholder TT/Journey-AIR September 2016 Rod G. Montreal Because he lives in downtown Montreal and does not own a car, this customer needed a highly portable telescope of modest aperture that could be transported via the community rental vehicles available in town. This will be his primary instrument and the first since leaving the hobby 20 years ago. Welcome back!
STS59 sts59

10" F/6

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Ed Stevens TT/STS May 2017 David B. New Jersey This customer was able to find the Ed Stevens primary mirror from TT38 for sale on the used market. There were several observing reports stating that this mirror exhibited phenomenal images at the eyepiece, which our original testing notes confirm. At some point, the mirror and structure from TT38 were separated and now the primary mirror has become the center piece of this brand new STS telescope.
TT165 tt165

12.5" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/Journey-AIR May 2017 Carson B. California Based on our 11" Journey telescope, we've reegineered the structure to accept the larger 12.5" primary mirror. Because it still has the same outside dimensions as the 11" Journey this telescope is also fully airline transportable as checked luggage (and carry-on for the primary mirror). This telescope is "powered" by an incredible 0.7" thickness Quartz mirror from Zambuto.
TT164 tt164

11" F/4.5

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Lightholder TT/Journey-AIR February 2017 Alan P. California This telescope is the customer's grab-and-go telescope and will be stored and transported in our Hybrid Hard/Soft case, also known as our "Observatory in a Box." The entire telescope, with room for other accessories, is kept in one case with wheels and a telescoping handle.
TT163 tt163

15" F/4.5

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Lightholder TT/Classic October 2016 John K. Utah This is the customer's primary instrument and was purchased after he saw one of our telescopes in action at a local star party. This one employs upgrades like a Moonlite dual speed focuser and SkyCommander DSC's.
TT162 tt162

10" F/7

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Lightholder TT/Planet Killer April 2017 Warren W. New Jersey This telescope went to the same customer who previously purchased STS 27. This Planet Killer will provide higher contrast and have a longer focal length (therefore greater magnification for the same eyepieces) than the STS, suiting it better for the planets. This telescope is our first Truss-Dob stained with our new Ebony wood stain.
TT161 tt161

18" F/4.5

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Lightholder TT/Classic September 2016 Ashirwad T. India This is the first Teeter's Telescope to be sent to India. It was sent in two large wooden crates via door-to-door Air Freight Service. This instrument has upgrades such as the SkyCommander DSC's, a Moonlite dual speed focuser and Glatter Cable Sling to support the lower edge of the primary mirror.
TT160 tt160

11" F/4.5

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Lightholder TT/Journey-AIR January 2017 Brittain B. Massachusetts This telescope will be the customer's grab-and-go telescope and have upgrades including encoders and a Nexus DSC controller box. Further, this will be the first Teeter's Telescope to be done with an Ebony wood stain.
TT159 tt159

20" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/Classic October 2016 Franklin L. Florida For those not adverse to using a ladder while observing, the 20" F/4.5 could be the best combination of large aperture and slow focal ratio (relatively speaking, of course!) that takes the most advantage of local "seeing" and atmospheric conditions. This scope has all of our most popular upgrades and is a superb optical instrument.
TT158 tt158

18" F/4

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Zambuto TT/Custom April 2017 Rob N. Arizona Featuring most of our popular upgrades and accessories, this telescope is being built around what will be an equisite primary mirror from Zambuto Optical Co. At F/4 this scope will still feature stunning optical quality yet allow for wider field views and a lower eyepiece height (and less need for a ladder) than others.
TT157 tt157\

12.5" F/5

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Ostahowski TT/Stark September 2016 Eric S. Pennsylvania The customer came to us already having a set of optics (primary and secondary mirrors) crafted by Terry Ostahowski. Looking to keep the total cost of the structure to a certain amount, the TT/Stark line gave the customer the flexibility they desired.
TT156 tt156

14.5" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/Stark September 2016 Don P. Ontario, Canada This is an extension in our TT/Stark product line where we custom designed a telescope to the customer's specific aperture request (14.5") despite it not being one of our standard TT/Stark offerings. This allowed the customer to save some money on the base cost of the telescope and add in only the components he specifically wanted.
TT155 entry155

18" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/Classic May 2017 David P. Arizona This telescope was purchased as the center piece instrument in the customer's observatory located in the dry, dark, sky of Arizona. It features all of our most popular upgrades including ServoCat, Aluminum Altitude Bearings, a Wooden UTA Liner, Feathertouch focuser, etc.
STS58 sts58

8" F/5.7

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Lightholder TT/STS December 2016 Susan B. Virginia This customer was looking for a very nice, high quality, custom made and highly transportable scope she could handle by herself in her small vehicle. The 8" STS met her needs exactly. This is also the first telescope to use our new Magenta wood stain.
STS57 sts57

10" F/5

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Zambuto TT/STS October 2016 Jim P. Texas Our first Ebony wood stain telescope. We think this looks really sharp against the Red Vein powder coat of the tube assembly. Upgrades on this telescope include a Supremax mirror from Zambuto, a Feathertouch focuser, SkyCommander DSC's, etc.
STS56 sts56

8" F/6

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Orion TT/STS June 2016 Matt T. Michigan This telescope is our client's very first real telescope. He says he uses it on his backyard patio, near his coi pond, to relax and casually observe the night sky. He wanted a telescope that combined a quality, long-lasting, structure with known (but not necessarily premium) optics. This was one of our In-Stock telescopes, thus was ready immediately for him to purchase.
TT154 tt154

16" F/4.5

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GSO TT/Stark December 2015 Lowell Observatory Arizona This scope was purchased by Lowell Observatory (along with TT152 and TT153) to be used as a public outreach instrument. Lowell staff members will set this telescope up as often as 6 nights per week at the historic Mars Hill site of Lowell Observatory. Tens of thousands of people will see the planets and showpiece deep sky objects with this telescope during the Observatory's busy summer season.
TT153 tt153

12" F/5

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GSO TT/Stark December 2015 Lowell Observatory Arizona This scope was purchased by Lowell Observatory (along with TT152) to be used as an off-site public outreach instrument. They'll be used by Lowell staff members who host star parties at scout troops, schools and other organizations.
TT152 tt152

12" F/5

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GSO TT/Stark December 2015 Lowell Observatory Arizona This scope was purchased by Lowell Observatory (along with TT153) to be used as an off-site public outreach instrument. They'll be used by Lowell staff members who host star parties at scout troops, schools and other organizations.
TT151 tt151

14.5" F/4.8

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Zambuto TT/Custom June 2016 Keith F. Texas The aperture and focal ratio were determined to be the largest aperture and longest focal length the customer could use without needing a step ladder. The Zambuto primary mirror is a slumped (backside) version of the 0.7" thick Quartz substrate commonly used in our smaller telescopes. This adds necessary rigidity to a very thin mirror (compared to its diameter).
STS55 sts55

8" F/6

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Zambuto TT/STS October 2015 Paul D. New York This telescope is built built around components being supplied by the client which he collected over time. This will serve as his quick set up, grab and go, instrument. "Paul D", as he is listed here, is actually Paul Dellechiaie. Paul is the optician at Tele Vue who designed the Ethos, Delos and Delite lines of eyepieces that so many of us have in our eyepiece cases.
TT150 tt150

11" F/4

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Zambuto TT/Journey-AIR March 2016 Shane B. Idaho This customer does a fair amount of traveling and thus wanted a telescope that had moderate aperture, a wide field of view, could be packed for airline transport and was of the highest optical quality. So far this customer has taken this telescope with him to Hawaii and the Canary Islands.
TT149 tt149

11" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/Journey-AIR March 2016 Fritz K. Indiana This customer's primary observing location is his front yard. He needed something easy to carry because of back issues and wanted a scope that could be quickly set up and thermally equilibrate. The TT/Journey will suit his needs well.
TT148 tt148

10" F/7

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Zambuto TT/Planet Killer November 2015 Doug M. Virginia This telescope, built around a 0.7" thickness Quartz primary mirror from Zambuto, gives outstanding planetary and lunar images at the eyepiece, as well as being highly portable for such a long tube assembly. This telescope also features a wiffle-tree lower edge support system, necessary for a mirror this thin in a Truss-Dob structure.
TT147 tt147

12.5" F/6.5

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Lockwood TT/Custom November 2015 David C. Ontario, Canada This telescope was built around a primary mirror that is only 1.1" thick and is a super planetary and double-star performer . It utlizes our Maple stain with Black hardware package and features our Wooden UTA Liner option, stained to match the rest of the scope.
STS54 sts54

10" F/5

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Zambuto TT/STS October 2015 Ryan L. California This scope is another fine example of our STS line paired with a 10" F/5 Zambuto primary mirror completed on Quartz substrate. This customer sent in their own existing Feathertouch focuser for us to reuse on this new structure.
TT146 tt146

16" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/Classic April 2016 Ian H. Ontario, Canada This telescope utilizes many of our most popular upgrades including SkyCommander DSCs, Moonlite Dual Speed Focuser, 1/30 P-V secondary mirror, etc. This will also be our first Truss-Dob to have our new "Cali Red" stain application.
STS53 sts53

10" F/5

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Zambuto TT/STS February 2016 Andrea M. California This scope is another fine example of our STS line paired with a 10" F/5 Zambuto primary mirror completed on 0.7" thick Quartz substrate. This scope utilizes our Blue Vein powder coat on the tube assembly.
TT145 tt145

15" F/5

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Zambuto TT/Custom July 2016 Nigel E. British Columbia, Canada This telescope, despite the large aperture, is a real "Planet Killer", "Cluster Buster" and all around exceptional optical instrument. The F/5 focal ratio allows for a stunning primary mirror, yet keeps the focal length short enough to still allow for wide field observing.
STS52 sts52

8" F/6

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Zambuto TT/STS June 2015 John L. California The customer sent us some existing components they already had and we built a new STS structure around them. They included an 2000 vintage Zambuto primary mirror, Feathertouch focuser, secondary mirror, etc. This scope also utilizes our new "Blue Vein" powder coat on the OTA.
TT144 tt144

12" F/5

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GSO TT/Stark August 2015 Joseph D. Massachusetts This is our first 12" TT/Stark telescope. The client chose this product to fit his specific budget and because it will provide him with a high quality structure and decent quality optics from GSO.
STS51 sts51

10" F/5

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Zambuto TT/STS May 2015 Chris C. Ontario, Canada This scope will be another fine example of our STS line paired with a 10" F/5 Zambuto primary mirror completed on Quartz substrate.
STS50 sts50

8" F/5.7

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Zambuto TT/STS November 2015 Stephen S. Washington Complimentary to a few smaller refractor telescopes already in this client's possession, this scope is for the big, bright, showpiece deep sky objects from the client's suburban back yard. He did not want a larger scope, feeling that for his type of observing that 8" *was* large for his preferences.
TT143 tt143

16" F/4.5

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GSO TT/Stark June 2015 Jim C. New Jersey Situated near the Delaware Water Gap, this client's home observing location is among the darkest left in New Jersey. He is getting back into big aperture observing after a hiatus and our Stark product line fit his needs perfectly.
TT142 tt142

16" F/4.5

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Lightholder TT/Custom July 2015 Gene R. New Jersey This scope was built for a customer who has ground his own primary mirrors before and was looking for an optically superb telescope. We've put together an incredible observational package that will be sure to provide stunning images. Lightholder supplied an excellent primary mirror and our rigid structure with dual boundary layer fans will keep the primary mirror working at its full potential.
STS49 sts49

8" F/6

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GSO TT/STS March 2015 Alex C. New Jersey This is our first telescope to utilize our new "Cali Red" stain color along with a silver flecked powder coat on the optical tube assembly. This customer, while being extremely new to amateur astronomy, opted for the much less expensive GSO primary mirror and is extremely satisfied with the optical performance.
STS48 sts48

8" F/5

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Customer TT/STS June 2015 Curtis J. New York This is the same customer as TT109. He ground this 8" mirror in the 1980's in classes held at the Adler Planetarium in Chicago. He had it in a modest structure but decided he was ready for an upgrade to a more modern design. This telescope features our "Blue Vein" powder coat on the OTA, a Feathertouch focuser and SkyCommander DSCs.
STS47 sts47

10" F/5

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Zambuto TT/STS February 2015 Dean S. Minnesota Much like the other 10" F/5 STS telescopes we've built utilizing 0.7" thickness Quartz mirrors from Zambuto, this telescope is optically oustanding and aesthetically striking.
TT141 tt141

10" F/5

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Lightholder TT/Custom April 2015 Phil L. New Jersey This scope started out as a rebuild of the customer's mass produced Dobsonian but after replacing the original stock mirror with a premium Lightholder primary mirror this is essentially a new build from the ground on up.
STS46 sts46

11" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/STS June 2015 Thomas K. Michigan This scope utilizes a Zambuto primary mirror on 0.7" thickness Quartz substrate. The scope also uses one of our custom color OTA's - "Blue Vein," a combination black and blue color pattern.
TT140 tt140

16" F/4.3

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Zambuto TT/Custom July 2015 Gary E. New York This customer decided, apparently after 17 years of having a telescope like this on his "bucket list," he wanted big aperture, simple set up (no setting circles or GoTo) but the best primary mirror available. We put together an outstanding 16" that totally fits the bill for him.
TT139 tt139

20" F/3.5

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Lightholder TT/Sub4 September 2015 Howard R. North Carolina This customer is switching from a more mass-produced compact telescope to a more robust and solid Teeter's Telescope. He plans to travel the country from Star Party to Star Party with his scope in tow. As with many scopes of this size, this one is outfitted with our most popular upgrades including the ServoCat GoTo/Tracking, Feathertouch Focuser, SIPS, etc.
TT138 tt138

16" F/5.4

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Zambuto TT/Planet Killer July 2015 Chuck Z. Oregon This scope, due to its long focal length, only has a 16% central obstruction, putting it squarely into the "Refractor" like images category, but with 16" of aperture! Get ready for details on Jupiter like never before.
TT137 tt137

18" F/3.7

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Lightholder TT/Sub4 July 2015 Jeff H. New York This scope has it all - every upgrade we offer to make it this customer's dream instrument. ServoCat GoTo/Tracking, ArgoNavis DSCs, Filter Slide, Feathertouch Focuser, SIPS, Powered Groundboard, etc.
TT136 tt136

15" F/4.5

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Lightholder TT/Classic May 2015 Brian C. Wisconsin Outfitted with our most popular upgrades, this scope will be an awesome performer in the field. Glatter Cable Sling, Moonlite Dual Speed focuser, Powered Groundboard, etc. Look for this scope annually at the North Nights Star Fest in Minnesota.
STS45 sts45

8" F/5.9

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Orion TT/STS February 2015 Joshua S. Indiana This scope features our signature Cherry Stain with Black Hardware package, but to add a unique touch to it we worked with the customer to find a more unique OTA powder coat color..."Red Vein." An eye-catching textured red/black finish on the OTA against the darker red of the Cherry stain with black accents makes this one of our most visually appealing STS's.
TT135 tt135

16" F/4.5

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Lightholder TT/Stark March 2015 Jim K. Nebraska As with TT134, this scope is an upgraded version of our bare-bones 16" Stark. By going "a la carte" on the components, this customer was able to put together a high quality instrument while saving money in the process.
TT134 tt134

16" F/4.5

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Lightholder TT/Stark March 2015 Dan D. Nebraska This scope is an upgraded version of our bare-bones 16" Stark. By going "a la carte" on the components, this customer was able to put together a high quality instrument while saving money in the process.
TT133 tt133

18" F/4.2

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Lightholder TT/Custom May 2015 Kevin N. Wisconsin This scope will be outfitted with our best upgrades and add-ons including the ServoCat system, SkyCommander DSCs, Powered Ground Board, etc. Look for this scope annually at the North Nights Star Fest in Minnesota.
STS44 sts44

11" F/5

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Zambuto TT/STS June 2015 Doug C. Florida This scope utilizes a Fused Silica Quartz primary mirror of only 0.7" edge thickness and yields outstanding images at the eyepiece. It also cools to ambient temperature extremely quick. We removed some of the cutouts in the rockerbox in order to lower the center of gravity to make this longer scope less top-heavy and more stable on uneven ground.
TT132 tt132

10" F/4.7

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Zambuto TT/Custom May 2015 Phil H. Indiana This scope is a rebuild of a 10" F/4.7 Orion solid tube Dobsonian with a refigured Zambuto primary mirror. The customer needs the telescope to pack away smaller, hence the conversion. Plus, the TT/Custom will utilize much higher quality components than the stock Orion structure.
TT131 tt131

12.5" F/4.8

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Lightholder TT/Classic April 2015 Sam C. Virginia Sam had a Lightholder primary mirror and some other parts already in his possession and was looking for a telescope manufacturer to build a structure around it. He found Teeter's Telescopes and we were able to build around his existing components.
TT130 tt130

16" F/4.5

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Meade TT/Stark December 2014 Sungil C. South Korea This scope is the third of our TT/Stark line of bare-bones, lower priced, telescopes utilizing a structure with most nonessential components removed. This particular scope is now owned by a client near Seoul, South Korea.
STS43 sts43

8" F/5.9

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Orion TT/STS May 2014 Ken R. Pennsylvania This scope is actually only half of a STS. The customer provided the entire Orion tube assembly for us to build one of our 8" STS mounts and tube cradles around for him. The original Orion base was heavy and motions weren't smooth and it was difficult to balance the telescope properly. He's much happier with his STS mount.
STS42 sts42

11" F/5

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Zambuto TT/STS October 2014 Stephen K. Massachusetts This scope utilizes a Fused Silica Quartz primary mirror of only 0.7" edge thickness and yields outstanding images at the eyepiece and cools to ambient temperature extremely quick. Look for this scope at the Acadia Night Sky Festival.
STS41 sts41

8" F/5.7

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Zambuto TT/STS October 2014 Danny L. North Carolina This scope utilizes a Fused Silica Quartz primary mirror of only 0.7" edge thickness and yields outstanding images at the eyepiece and cools to ambient temperature extremely quick.
TT129 tt129

18" F/4

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Zambuto TT/Custom October 2015 Ravi S. New Hampshire Included on this scope are many of our most popular upgrades such as the Feathertouch focuser, ArgoNavis DSCs, ServoCat GoTo/Track system, Powered Groundboard, Astrocrumb Filter Slide, etc. This scope is finished in our Amber wood stain and accented with our Black Hardware Package.
TT128 tt128

10" F/5

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Zambuto TT/Custom January 2015 Ross S. California This scope is our first Truss-Dobsonian to utilize a Zambuto 0.7" thickness Quartz primary mirror, supported with an Aurora Precision AZ 6-point flotation mirror cell. It will be used from the customer's roof-top observatory at his location near the Santa Monica, California, sun and surf.
TT127 tt127

16" F/4.5

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GSO TT/Stark April 2015 Sam W. California This scope was originally built as a display model and to be used at local public outreach events. It ended up being exactly what the new owner was looking for in a premium instrument and was available immediately.
TT126 tt126

16" F/4

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Lightholder TT/Stark April 2014 Dave A. Pennsylvania This scope is the first of our TT/Stark line of bare-bones, lower priced, telescopes utilizing a structure with most nonessential components removed. The customer selected our new "Wood UTA" upgrade option which swaps out the standard black UTA-liner for one made from thin wood veneers.
STS40 sts40

8" F/6

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Orion TT/STS April 2014 Jaime S. New Jersey This scope was built during the winter of 2013/2014 and was offered as an in-stock scope in Sping 2014. The primary mirror is a good offering from Orion while upgrades include a Moonlite dual speed focuser, SkyCommander DSCs and a single battery package.
STS39 sts39

10" F/4.5

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Meade TT/STS September 2014 Pearl Observatory New Jersey This scope is a rebuild of a Meade EQ Newtonian, and will be used almost exclusively for public outreach programs conducted by Pearl Observatory.
TT125 tt125

12.5" F/4

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Lightholder TT/Custom July 2014 Bob B. California With a zenith eyepiece height of only 48", this telescope is easily a seated observing instrument and provides wide fields of view with crisp star images from the Lightholder primary. The Veil Nebula is simply outstanding when this scope is equipped with a 21mm Televue Ethos eyepiece and OIII Filter. Wow!
STS38 sts38

10" F/6

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Royce TT/STS August 2014 Chuck K. Florida This scope utilizes a customer-supplied 10" F/6 R.F. Royce conical primary mirror and is the first of this aperture and focal ratio we've done in an STS structure. The large, square, cutouts were omitted from the base to increase rigidity and stability of the base with an OTA of this length.
TT124 tt124

20" F/3.6

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Kennedy TT/Custom July 2014 Mike P. California This scope is fully-loaded with all of our upgrades including built-in Paracorr II coma corrector (SIPS), Feathertouch focuser, ServoCat GoTo/Track, SkyCommander, etc. It will be used frequently near the Griffith Observatory in CA and under the truly dark skies near Death Valley, CA.
STS37 sts37

10" F/5

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Zambuto TT/STS August 2014 Conway G. Connecticut This scope is built around a limited edition 10" F/5 Zambuto primary mirror on 0.7" thickness Quartz substrate. Further, this customer opted for us to remove the large, square, cutouts in the rockerbox. This of course increases the weight of the Dobsonian base but increases stability. This was decided based upon the customer's desire to use binoviewers much of the time.
STS36 sts36

11" F/4.5

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Raycraft TT/STS August 2014 Trevor C. Canada This scope is a fine example of our signature Cherry stain with Chrome/Nickel Hardware Package, which really "pops" from the darker stain color of the wood. This scope is a great combination of value (Raycraft primary mirror) and performance (Raycraft primary mirror!). :-) Images are sharp and detailed.
TT123 tt123

20" F/4

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Zambuto TT/Custom February 2015 Mark T. California This scope has most of our upgrades including built-in Paracorr II coma corrector (SIPS), Feathertouch focuser, ServoCat GoTo/Track, ArgoNavis DSCs, Filter Slide, 80mm StellarVue Optical Finder, etc. Plus it is the first to utilize a "Plum" colored light shroud. With our Cherry stain, this scope turned out beautiful!
TT122 tt122

12.5" F/5.5

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Zambuto TT/Custom January 2015 Jim B. California This scope is a "grab-and-go" companion to the customer's larger scope, TT78, a 16" F/5.1.
TT121 tt121

18" F/3.7

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Lightholder TT/Sub4 July 2014 Paul D. Vermont This scope is fully-loaded with all of our upgrades including built-in Paracorr II coma corrector (SIPS), Feathertouch focuser, ServoCat GoTo/Track, SkyCommander, etc, and will be used almost exclusively from our customer's dark northern VT backyard.
STS35 sts35

11" F/4.5

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Raycraft TT/STS September 2014 Stuart R. Arkansas  
TT120 tt120

14" F/5.1

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Obsidian Optics TT/Custom April 2014 George R. New York This scope is being built around a plate glass primary mirror of only 0.7" thickness. The customer purchased this mirror with the intent to build the telescope himself. Life got in the way and other things came up and the project got shelved. Enter Teeter's Telescopes! The customer chose us to complete the build of his dream scope and initial impressions are that the customer is extremely satisfied.
STS34 sts34

10" F/5

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Zambuto TT/STS August 2014 David B. Florida This scope is built around a limited edition 10" F/5 Zambuto primary mirror on 0.7" thickness Quartz substrate. *Note - this is not a misprint of STS32, being built for a different "David B." in Florida.
STS33 sts33

10" F/5

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Zambuto TT/STS August 2014 David C. Pennsylvania This scope is built around a limited edition 10" F/5 Zambuto primary mirror on 0.7" thickness Quartz substrate.
STS32 sts32

10" F/5

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Zambuto TT/STS September 2014 David B. Florida This scope will be built around a limited edition 10" F/5 Zambuto primary mirror on 0.7" thickness Quartz substrate.
TT119 tt119

16" F/4.3

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Zambuto TT/Custom March 2014 Jeff C. North Carolina This scope is fully-loaded with all of our upgrades including built-in Paracorr II coma corrector (SIPS), Feathertouch focuser, ServoCat GoTo/Track, SkyCommander, etc. Look for it semi-annually at the Spring and Fall Staunton River Star Parties near South Boston, VA.
TT118 tt118

14" F/4.5

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Discovery TT/Custom February 2014 John A. Arizona This scope is built around a customer-provided 14" F/4.5 primary from a Celestron/Discovery StarHopper Dobsonian with a Terry Ostahowski primary mirror. This scope also features our aluminum altitude bearings, SkyCommander XP4 DSC's and custom color Red light shroud.
STS31 sts31

10" F/4.7

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Zambuto TT/STS January 2014 David P. Texas This scope will be built around a customer-provided 10" F/4.7 primary from Zambuto.
STS30 sts30

8" F/6

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Zambuto TT/STS January 2014 Ed A. California  
TT117 tt117

10" F/4.5

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Lightholder TT/Journey-AIR October 2014 Aviad B. New York This is our first production Journey scope.
TT116 tt116

13.1" F/4.5

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Coulter TT/Custom April 2014 Preston P. New Mexico This scope is built around an original 1980's vintage Coulter Optical primary mirror (with an original, intact, aluminum coating!) which the customer provided. Upgrades include an AstroCrumb filter slide, our aluminum altitude bearings and our single battery package.
STS29 sts29

10" F/5

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Royce TT/STS December 2013 Jeff D. California This scope utilizes a 10" F/5 conical primary from R. F. Royce, along with a Feathertouch focuser, and SkyCommander DSC system.
TT115 tt115

15" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/Classic May 2014 Tom P. Arizona This scope utilizes our Maple Stain and Black Hardware Package combination. Along with our Aluminum Altitude Bearings upgrade, this scope has a strikingly modern appearance between the lighter stain color and dark hardware. With a Zambuto primary mirror and 1/30 P-V secondary, this scope is also optically incredible!
TT114 tt114

14" F/4.75

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Swayze TT/Custom March 2014 Bob B. Pennsylvania This scope was built for Bob, the owner of Skies Unlimited and his son, Bill. We are honored to have been chosen by Bob and Bill, who could have chosen any of our competitors, but chose Teeter's Telescopes based upon our reputation and ability to take on a custom build such as this.
TT112 tt112

16" F/4.5

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Meade TT/Custom March 2014 Jim T. Missouri This scope utilizes a 16" F/4.5 primary mirror from the customer's original Meade StarFinder Dobsonian circa 2001. This new structure will allow the primary to finally reach ambient temperature on a reliable basis and be properly supported by our 18-point flotation mirror cell and Glatter Cable Sling upgrade.
TT111 tt111

20" F/4

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Zambuto TT/Custom April 2014 George L. Louisiana This scope utilizes a Feathertouch focuser, SkyCommander DSCs, ServoCat GoTo/Track system and dual on-board 12-volt batteries. Look for this scope occassionally at the Deep South Regional Star Gaze.
TT110

6.5" Off-Axis

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Dodgen TT/Custom June 2013 Mike F. Massachusetts This scope is an Off-Axis (OA) newtonian designed around a 6.5" F/10.4 primary mirror literally cut from a larger "parent" mirror.
STS28 sts28

11" F/5

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Zambuto TT/STS September 2013 Dave S. California  
STS27

10" F/5

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Royce TT/STS June 2013 Steve R. New York This scope utilizes a 10" F/5 conical primary from R. F. Royce and is our first scope to feature Nickel-plated and Chrome hardware.
STS26 sts26

11" F/4.5

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Raycraft TT/STS July 2013 Warren W. New Jersey  
STS25 sts25

8" F/6

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Zambuto TT/STS January 2014 Cheyenne Q. California This scope employs a Supremax substrate primary mirror, Feathertouch Focuser with Oversized Fine-Focus Knob, our Natural stain color and black hardware package.
TT109 tt109

20" F/3.5

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Lightholder TT/Sub4 January 2014 Curtis J. New York This customer is nearing completion on his private observatory which will house a number of photographic instruments, while this 20" will be his primary visual instrument.
STS24

11" F/4.5

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Lightholder TT/STS June 2013 Jeff B. California  
STS23

11" F/4.5

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Raycraft TT/STS June 2013 Cheng W. California  
STS22 sts22

11" F/5

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Royce TT/STS July 2013 Derek W. California This scope utilizes a Conical F/5 R.F. Royce primary mirror.
TT108 tt108

18" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/Classic February 2014 Don K. Illinios This scope utilizes a Zambuto primary mirror that is only 1.5" thickness, offering exceptionally quick cool down to ambient temperature for a mirror of this aperture.
STS21 sts21

8" F/5.7

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Zambuto TT/STS June 2013 Mark B. New York This scope will be utilizing a special production, 0.75" thickness Fused Silica Quartz primary mirror from Zambuto.
TT107 tt107

10" F/7

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Zambuto TT/Planet-Killer December 2013 Jonathan P. Kansas This scope is the second of ours to have a primary mirror featuring Zambuto Optical Co.'s new aluminum coating. Performance of this mirror is stunning!
TT106 tt106

22" F/3.3

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Kennedy TT/Sub4 October 2013 Paul D. California This is the same customer as TT105 and is a dedicated visual instrument for use while TT105 is being used to do video astronomy.
TT105 tt105

18" F/4.2

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OMI Torus TT/Custom October 2013 Paul D. California Rebuild of a commercial Ultra-Compact (UC) structure. This scope is a dedicated photographic instrument, paired with a MallinCam Xtreme.
STS20 sts20

8" F/5.7

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Zambuto TT/STS June 2013 Diana N. Nebraska This scope utilizes an 8" Zambuto primary on 0.7" thickness fused silica Quartz substrate.
STS19

8" F/5.7

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Zambuto TT/STS April 2013 Chris D. New York This scope utilizes an 8" Zambuto primary on 0.7" thickness fused silica Quartz substrate.
TT104 tt104

12.5" F/6

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Zambuto TT/Planet-Killer October 2013 Paul W. Michigan  
TT103 tt103

10" F/5

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Lightholder TT/Custom September 2013 Charlie S. New Mexico  
TT102 tt102

15" F/4.5

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Waite Research TT/Classic March 2013 Dave M. Pennsylvania  
TT101 tt101

16" F/5

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Zambuto TT/Classic May 2013 Joe C. New York  
TT100 tt100

18" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/Classic July 2013 Karl P. Texas  
TT99 tt99

20" F/3.6

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Waite Research TT/Sub4 February 2013 Joe B. Kentucky This scope was built around a Quartz primary mirror and also includes ServoCat, a Feathertouch focuser w/ built-in Paracorr 2, etc.
TT98 tt98

20" F/3.5

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Waite Research TT/Sub4 February 2013 Bill M. Texas  
STS18 sts18

8" F/6

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Zambuto TT/STS May 2012 Dan Q. New York  
STS17 sts17a

8" F/5.9

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Zambuto TT/STS April 2012 Randall S. Connecticut  
TT97

18" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/Classic July 2013 Richard S. Arizona  
TT96 tt96

15" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/Classic May 2013 Daniel G. Massachusetts  
TT95 tt95

16" F/4.2

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Zambuto TT/Custom March 2013 Lionel S. Delaware  
TT94

18" F/3.6

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Waite Research TT/Sub4 April 2013 Matt D. Pennsylvania This scope is built around a Quartz primary mirror and sports nearly every upgrade we offer, including our Aluminum Altitude bearings.
STS16 sts16

11" F/5

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R.F. Royce TT/STS June 2012 Gus A. New Jersey This scope is being built with an R.F. Royce conical primary mirror, the first conical to be used in a Teeter's Telescope. Further, this is the first of our scopes to employ a wood veneer, which in this case is a Spalted Oak - "book matched" to create an aesthetically pleasing look over the full surface of both the tube cradle and rockerbox.
STS15 sts15

11" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/STS August 2012 Paul L. Pennsylvania  
TT93 entry93

16" F/4.3

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Waite Research TT/Classic April 2012 Ron B. Michigan This scope was built for the owner of Wood Wonders, manufacturer of the finest wooden eyepiece cases and observing chairs. The Waite Research primary was done using a 1.5" thick Fused Silica Quartz blank.
TT92 tt92

12.5" F/5

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Zambuto TT/Classic November 2012 Phil H. Indiana  
STS14 sts14

11" F/4.5

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Waite Research TT/STS June 2012 Jack T. Wyoming This scope will routinely see use under the super dark skies near Teton National Forest.
STS13 sts13

8" F/4.5

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Coulter TT/STS April 2012 N.E.A.F. New York This scope was donated to the Rockland Astronomy Club for the Kids Raffle at the 2012 NEAF (Northeast Astronomy Forum). Deborah and Paul from Suffern, NY, won this telescope ($1250 value) for their 6-year old granddaughter, Alyssa. Congratulations!
STS12 sts12

8" F/6

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Zambuto TT/STS June 2012 Stephen W. Massachusetts  
STS11 sts11

10" F/4.9

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Customer TT/STS May 2012 Gary P. California The customer is supplying his own homemade primary mirror which we'll be retrofitting into our 11" STS structure and OTA.
TT91 entry91

17.5" F/4.5

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Coulter TT/Custom April 2012 Dennis S. New Jersey This customer says that this project was 12 years in the making until he found Teeter's Telescopes and we were able to rebuild the original giant red tube Coulter Dob into a much more manageable Truss-Dobsonian for him.
TT90 entry90

13.1" F/4.5

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Coulter TT/Custom April 2012 John M. New Jersey This scope will be used almost exclusively for public outreach programs conducted by Pearl Observatory.
TT89 tt89

18" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/Classic November 2012 Ron B. Arizona  
STS10 sts10

11" F/4.5

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Waite Research TT/STS May 2012 Jim B. California  
STS09 sts9

11" F/4.5

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Waite Research TT/STS April 2012 Doug I. New York This scope, even though only F/4.5, utilizes the SIPS (Starlight Instruments Integrated Paracorr System) because the customer wanted to correct coma and felt the SIPS is a less intrusive solution than the stand-alone Paracorr. We agree!
TT88 tt88

15" F/4.5

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Waite Research TT/Classic May 2012 Stewart G. Colorado This scope will be used primarly at the customer's home at 7000'+ of elevation with nearly constant single-digit humidity levels. Clear and dark skies for sure!
STS08

8" F/5.7

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Waite Research TT/STS September 2011 Joseph M. North Carolina  
TT87 tt87

12.5" F/5

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Zambuto TT/Classic March 2012 Don P. California  
STS07 sts7

11" F/4.5

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Waite Research TT/STS March 2012 John G. New Jersey  
TT86 entry86

24" F/3.5

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Waite Research TT/Sub4 February 2012 Mark H. Virginia This scope is outfitted with every accessory/upgrade that we offer, including the ServoCat GoTo system, SkyCommander DSCs, Glatter Cable Sling, Feathertouch focuser with built-in Paracorr II, etc.
TT85 entry85

20" F/4.5

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Waite Research TT/Classic March 2012 A.V.A. Spain This scope was designed and built for the Valencia Astronomical Assocation (AVA, as it is abbreviated in Spain) to be used as their "club scope."
STS06 sts6

8" F/6

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Zambuto TT/STS September 2011 Charlie R. Massachusetts This scope utilizes a Zambuto primary mirror on BK-7 substrate, and is the first of our Gen2 STS Dob Mounts (designed with more weight saving cutouts).
TT84 tt84

12.5" F/6

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Zambuto TT/Custom November 2011 Shawn T. Oklahoma  
TT83 tt83

16" F/4.3

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Zambuto TT/Custom October 2011 Rodger S. Texas  
TT82 tt82

20" F/3

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Waite Research TT/Sub4 December 2011 JunOh South Korea We've pushed the envelope and went "super fast" at F/3! With an eyepiece height at the zenith of approximately 56", most people will be able to do most observing while seated. 20" of aperture in a chair - WOW!
STS05

8" F/6

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Orion TT/STS June 2011 Steve C. Massachusetts This customer supplied his own primary mirror, secondary and focuser for this STS.
STS04 11sts

11" F/4.3

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Zambuto TT/STS August 2011 John R. Virginia The customer supplied his 11" F/4.3 Zambuto primary mirror for this STS.
TT81 tt81

16" F/3.7

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Waite Research TT/Sub4 October 2011 Jeff H. Missouri  
TT80

13.1" F/4.5

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Galaxy TT/Custom May 2011 Willie Y. New York  
TT79

16" F/4.7

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Obsidian Optics TT/Custom July 2011 Doug F. Washington Upgrades on this scope include the ServoCat GoTo system with a Markless Astronomics DSC Stalk II, Glatter Cable Sling and Dual Battery Package.
STS03

11" F/4.5

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Waite Research TT/STS April 2011 Joe M. California This was the prototype for the 11" aperture in our STS line of solid tube scopes.
STS02

8" F/5.7

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Waite Research TT/STS April 2011 Jay E. Massachusetts This customer built his own STS mount using solid Tiger Maple with dovetail joints.
TT78

16" F/5.1

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Lockwood TT/Custom May 2011 Jim B. California This is the first Lockwood primary mirror we've worked with and the results were outstanding. The primary mirror in this scope is phenomenal and can stand toe-to-toe with any other similarly sized premium mirror.
TT77

15" F/4.5

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Zambuto TT/Classic May 2011 Patrick W. New Mexico This is our first scope supplied completely with black hardware including, all acorn nuts, washers, screws, finish washers, fan guards, handles and counterweight hook.
STS01

8" F/5.7

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Waite TT/STS February 2011 Darron S. Texas This is the first STS to be released and received positive reviews which were posted on the CloudyNights.com Forums by the new owner.
TT76

9" Off-Axis

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Dodgen Optical Off-Axis March 2011 John B. New Hampshire This is our first commercial attempt at an off-axis Newtonian and is a rebuild of a DGM solid tube Dobsonian into a more portable structure.
TT75

15" F/4.5

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Zambuto Ultra-Limited April 2011 Kevin Z. California Another shining example of an outstanding Zambuto primary mirror!
TT74

17.5" F/4.3

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Waite Research Ultra-Limited March 2011 Fernando M. Spain Primary mirror is a refigured Coulter on Pyrex glass. For those Spanish speakers among us, you can follow Fernando's review of TT74 on one of the largest Spanish Astronomy Discussion Boards.
TT73

16" F/5

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Zambuto Ultra-Limited February 2011 Dave C. Ontario First DARK Light for this scope was at Winter Star Party (WSP) 2011 in the Florida Keys.
TT72

20" F/3.5

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Waite Research Ultra-Limited March 2011 Shop Scope New Jersey
Scheduled to be our new personal scope and to be outfitted with the latest and greatest accessories and upgrades to highlight "Teeter's Telescopes" current offerings, including a Quartz primary from Waite Research.
TT71B

12.5" F/4.8

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Meade Research Grade Ultra-Limited May 2011 Tsutomu O. Maine This is a modified version of TT71A, which was traded in on TT47B by the original owner looking to upgrade to a larger instrument. We resold TT71A to the current owner in Maine after doing several upgrades he requested which included adding the SkyCommander, upgrading to a dual-speed Moonlite focuser, swapping the original Tiger Maple altitude bearings for standard Baltic Birch bearings, etc.
TT71A

12.5" F/4.8

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Meade Research Grade Ultra-Limited November 2010 Dave A. Pennsylvania As you may notice in the picture to the left, the altitude bearings are not our typical design. These are a prototype "Tiger Maple" solid wood bearing with a clear top-coat (no stain). This scope also employs a prototype stain color, "Golden Amber."
TT70

14.5" F/4.5

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Waite Research Ultra-Limited October 2010 Phyllis L. North Carolina This scope is owned by the creator of the Deep Sky Planner and SQM Reader software programs available through KnightWare.
TT69

18" F/4

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Zambuto Ultra-Limited December 2010 Dudley S. Louisianna  
TT68

18" F/4.2

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OMI-Torus Ultra-Limited August 2010 John R. Virginia Rebuild of a commercial Ultra-Compact (UC) structure. This customer brought this scope back in 2012 to have us modify it to accept a new 18" F/3.7 primary mirror from Waite Research.
TT67

15.5" F/4.2

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Waite Research Ultra-Limited September 2010 Kee Yang C. South Korea Primary mirror done on 1.25" Quartz substrate for fast cool down time and an ultra-smooth surface. Scope shown with customer-requested Navy Blue light shroud (note: Heather says this is her favorite color to work with!).
TT66

14.5" F/4.5

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Richard Fagan
Ultra-Limited
May 2010
Jim C.
Arizona
This is a rebuild of an original Jupiter Telescopes (Florida) Truss design. See the Full Cloudy Nights Review written by Jim C.
TT65

10" F/6

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Waite Research
Ultra-Limited
May 2010
Leroy K.
Pennsylvania
 
TT64

18" F/4.5

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Zambuto
Ultra-Limited
July 2010
Scott A.
New York
See this scope annually at the Black Forest Star Party (Cherry Springs, PA)
TT63

12.5" F/4.8

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Zambuto
Ultra-Limited
March 2010
John C.
Arizona
 
TT62

10" F/7.5

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Home Made
Ultra-Limited
April 2010
Deane H.
Maryland
Utilizes a customer-supplied Novak 9-point flotation mirror cell and a very nice home made primary mirror circa ~1982.
TT61

15" F/4.5

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Waite Research
Ultra-Limited
April 2010
Ben S.
New York
Follow the CloudyNights.com Forums thread on the construction of this scope, which features an equisite Waite Research primary mirror.
TT60

16" F/4.5

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Zambuto
Ultra-Limited
May 2010
Frank M.
Canada
TT59

18" F/5

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Enterprise Optics
Ultra-Limited
December 2009
Jim O.
Arizona
See this scope at the annual Grand Canyon Star Party (South Rim). Jim is the coordinator of this event and is huge advocate of astronomy outreach.
TT58

10" F/6.9

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Zambuto
Ultra-Limited
December 2009
James B.
Canada
Employs a 0.74"-thickness Zerodur primary and an Aurora Precision solid lower-edge support system for the primary.
TT57

12.0" F/5

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Waite Research
Ultra-Limited
April 2010
Dan S.
Maryland
Side-by-side comparisons of this scope with Entry #63 under average seeing conditions showed this particular Waite Research primary to be of equal quality to Entry #63's Zambuto Optical primary.
TT56

12.5" F/5

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Waite Research
Ultra Limited
July 2009
Frank M.
Utah
TT55

15" F/4.5

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Zambuto
Ultra-Limited
June 2009
Chris W.
New York
TT54

12.5" F/5

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Waite Research
Ultra-Limited
January 2009
John O.
Pennsylvania
This scope is often seen at Cherry Springs, PA.
TT53

10" F/6

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Waite Research
Ultra-Limited
January 2009
Edmond K.
New Jersey
TT52

15" F/4.5

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Waite Research
Ultra-Limited
November 2008
Kevin G.
New Jersey
TT51

18" F/4.2

Waite Research
Ultra-Limited
October 2008
Jaime A.
Texas
TT50

17.5" F/4.5

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Waite Research
Ultra-Limited
October 2008
Tom C.
Canada
Primary was originally a Coulter, but was exquisitely refigured by Waite Research.
TT49

12.5" F/4.8

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Terry Ostahowski
Stellafane-Donation-Scope (SDS)
August 2008
Springfield Telescope Makers
Vermont
This scope was built and then auctioned to benefit the Springfield Telescope Makers, who host the annual Stellafane Telescope Making Convention. Many vendors donated components to this scope which was purchased at auction by its new owner in California. Read More Here.
TT48

10" F/6

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Discovery
TT/Custom
April 2008
Ben S.
New York
This scope was originally built as an "In-Stock" scope, which we kept and used as our Public Star Party workhorse. It was eventually sold to the current owner in April, 2008.

Teeter's Telescopes Closed Temporarily Closed from March 2007 to February 2008

TT47B

17.5" F/3.8

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Waite Research
TT/Sub4
December 2010
Dave A.
Pennsylvania
This is a heavily modified TT47A. The primary mirror was given to Waite Research to be completely refigured from F/4.5 to F/3.8, along with adding a new dual-speed Moonlite focuser and a new set of Truss Poles 12" shorter than the original set.
TT47A

17.5" f/4.5

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Coulter
TT/Custom
March 2007
N/A
New Jersey
Prior to our new 20" F/3.5, this was our personal scope, with one of the few very decent 17.5" Coulter primaries in existence.
TT46

12.5" f/5

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Alan Raycraft
TT/Custom
January 2007
Jack L.
Utah
Originally a Meade primary mirror refigured by Alan Raycraft to a fine 1/10.5 P-V.
TT45

8" f/6

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R. F. Royce
TT/Custom
January 2007
David H.
Canada
TT44

18" f/4.5

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Swayze Optical
TT/4.5
December 2006
Mike F.
California
TT43

18" f/4

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Waite Research
TT/4.5
December 2006
Bryan W.
North Carolina
Originally planned as an F/4.5, but a necessary change in mirror manufacturer allowed us to go shorter in focal length, but not sacrifice quality.
TT42
16" f/4.94
Pegasus Optics
Planet-Killer
November 2006
John B.
Virginia
TT41

20" f/5

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Waite Research
Planet-Killer
October 2006
Paul H.
Maryland
As with our 20" f/5 Prototype, this scope is our largest aperture produced.
TT40

16" f/5

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NOVA Optical
Planet-Killer
August 2006
Warren B.
California
TT39

15" f/5

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Waite Research
Planet-Killer
August 2006
Vince F.
New Jersey
This scope was resold by the original owner and now resides in Canada.
TT38

10" f/6

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Ed Stevens
TT/Custom
August 2006
Doug C.
Florida
One of the best 10" f/6 primary mirrors that has ever come through our shop. *This scope was resold to a new owner, Tom R. of NY, who has since resold it to yet another new owner, Victor T., also of NY. Aperture fever has been the demise of this scope multiple times!
TT37

12.5" f/5

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R. F. Royce
TT/Custom
July 2006
Frank M.
California
This scope was resold to a new owner, Jim S. of Ohio, who is well on his way to completing the Herschel 400 List with this very scope.
TT36

14.5" f/4.5

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Zambuto
Planet-Killer
June 2006
Richard R.
New Jersey
This was a special one-off primary mirror from Zambuto when he wasn't taking orders from the general public.
TT35

17" f/5.8

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Waite Research
Planet-Killer
May 2006
Bob B.
New Jersey
Truly a Planet-Killer! One of the best planetary scopes we've produced.
TT34

16" f/4.5

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Pegasus Optics
TT/4.5
May 2006
Kevin K.
Wisconsin
Primary was originally a Meade mirror from a StarFinder solid-tube Dobsonian, but was refigured by Pegasus to be a thing of beauty.
TT33

10" f/6

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Waite Research
TT/Custom
March 2006
James H.
New Jersey
TT32

8" f/7.2

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Ed Jones
TT/Custom
February 2006
Dave A.
Pennsylvania
Originally scheduled to be an F/8 but due to a necessary change in mirror manufacturer, the scope ended up slightly shorter in focal length.
TT31

10" f/5.6

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Discovery
Truss Conversion
February 2006
Mohd A.
Malaysia
Currently the furthest scope from our shop.
TT30

12.5" f/5

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Zambuto
TT/Custom
January 2006
David W.
Nevada
TT29

12.5" f/5

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Obsidian Optics
Planet-Killer
January 2006
Gregory S.
California
3/4"-thickness Quartz substrate employed for primary mirror. Awesome mirror quality and super quick cool down!
TT28

15" f/6

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R.F. Royce
Planet-Killer
August 2005
Everett C.
Florida
TT27

18" f/5.44

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Lightholder
Planet-Killer
August 2005
Mike S.
Florida
Our first scope to employ our "Tri-Stain" altitude bearing artwork. This scope has been spotted at the TSP several times.
TT26

12.5" f/6

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R. F. Royce
Planet-Killer
August 2005
Thomas C.
Utah
One of our few scopes designed with a "Nesting-UTA" option where the UTA can sit inside of the mirrorbox during transport. *This scope was recently resold to a new owner in PA.
TT25

10" f/7

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R.F. Royce
Planet-Killer
June 2005
Chris U.
Texas
Awesome R.F. Royce primary!
TT24

12.5" f/5.74

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Zambuto
Truss Conversion
May 2005
Richard J.
Florida
Per customer's request, the structure of this scope was designed at a 0.71-scale to our 20" f/5 Prototype for aesthetic reasons.
TT23

10" f/5.9

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Obsidian Optics
Planet-Killer
May 2005
Max S.
Florida
This scope was built for our Teeter's Telescopes assistant, Max, who helped us from 2004-2005.
TT22

12.5" f/5

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Waite Research
Planet-Killer
May 2005
Bill A.
New Jersey
Designed to fit in the trunk of the customer's Toyota Corolla sedan.
TT21

20" f/3.8

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Enterprise Optics
Truss Conversion
April 2005
John C.
Ohio
Our first sub-F/4 scope. Flat-footed observing with a 20" - WOW! :-)
TT20

16" f/4.5

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Waite Research
Truss Conversion
March 2005
Doug B.
New Jersey
This scope is often seen at Coyle Field, NJ, and Cherry Springs, PA.
TT19

8" f/8

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R.F. Royce
Planet-Killer
February 2005
John H.
Canada
TT18

12.5" f/6

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Bob Midiri
Truss Conversion
October 2004
Vern C.
Pennsylvania
TT17

12.5" f/5

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Discovery
Truss Conversion
August 2004
Larry C.
Pennsylvania
TT16

10" f/6.3

Orion Optics UK
Truss Conversion
July 2004
Jarno C.
Netherlands
Our first European customer. This was also a "blind build" where the customer supplied the primary, but did not send it to us to test with the structure as a full unit.
TT15

10" f/4.5

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Waite Research
Truss Conversion
July 2004
Kevin H.
Maryland
Primary was originally from Orion, but was refigured to better than 1/10 P-V by Waite Research, LLC.
TT14

12.0" f/5.4

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Mark D. Harry
Planet-Killer
July 2004
Richard B.
North Carolina
The original "Cherry Scope." The Cherry stain on this scope started what has become our signature stain.
TT-XIII

15" f/4.5

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R.F. Royce
Truss Conversion
June 2004
Ernie R.
New Jersey
Cloudynights Review
TT12

10" f/6

(Gallery)

R.F. Royce
Planet-Killer
May 2004
Craig L.
Texas
TT11

12.5" f/6

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Meade Research Grade
Truss Conversion
April 2004
Larry T.
California
TT10

12.5" f/4.7

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Obsidian Optics
Truss Conversion
March 2004
Gerald M.
Hawaii
One of the best primary mirrors we've ever seen with a Strehl Ratio of 0.999. The star-test was flawless and images are super clean and crisp.
TT09
18" f/4.5
Galaxy
Truss Conversion
August 2003
Mark J.
New Jersey
Rebuild of an all-aluminum scope originally built in East Asia by an amateur telescope maker. Original structure was badly damaged in shipping to the US and had to be rebuilt.
TT08

17.5" f/5

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Discovery
Planet-Killer
July 2003
David O.
New Jersey
Scope employs an awesome primary mirror lower-edge support system from the now, unfortunately, defunct PrecisionMirrorCells (PMC).
TT07

20" f/5

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Swayze
Prototype
April 2003
Trevor Y.
Massachusetts
This was our personal scope until February, 2007, at which time the current owner, Trevor, purchased the scope and is still the current owner.
TT06

10" f/7.5

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Swayze
Truss Conversion
March 2003
Tom T.
Michigan
Cloudynights Review
TT05

16" f/6

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Roger Tuthill
Planet-Killer
November 2002
Glenn L.
Vermont
At 102" focal length, this is the longest scope we've built to date.
TT04
12.5" f/5
Discovery
Truss Conversion
November 2002
John C.
Pennsylvania
This scope now resides with its third owner in CT. The new owner shared his thoughts with us after receiving TT4 in July, 2011: "It might be almost 10 years old, but the build quality is so fine that it is still in as new working condition. All the joints are perfect, the finish is still excellent, it holds collimation well, and the motions are smooth and predictable. It's just a beautifully built, robust, high quality instrument."
TT03
8" f/8
R.F. Royce
Planet-Killer
September 2002
Jeff Z.
Michigan
Our first commercial order.
TT02
12.5" f/5
Bob Midiri
Truss Conversion
July 2002
Ken L.
Maryland
Our second order, but first commercial delivery.
TT01
12.5" f/5.5
Swayze
Prototype
April 2002
N/A
New Jersey
Our first Truss-Dobsonian, and our personal scope until April, 2003.

* Anticipated completion date.