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STELLARVUE IS DEDICATED TO PRODUCING THE HIGHEST QUALITY TELESCOPES AND ACCESSORIES TO ENABLE PERSONAL DISCOVERY AND FOSTER A GREATER APPRECIATION FOR NATURE AND THE UNIVERSE
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Vic Maris began a lifelong interest in astronomy back in the mid 1960's after reading the Golden Book of Astronomy.  "My father bought me a 60mm refractor to encourage my interest in science", he wrote, "That telescope almost ended my interest in astronomy altogether!" With its wobbly mount, inferior eyepieces and optics, Vic struggled for several nights, then retired the telescope to the closet.  How many department store telescopes sit in closets? Millions. It is all because the makers are more interested in profit than encouraging a healthy interest in the mysteries of the universe.

But Vic was lucky. Several people fostered his interest in astronomy at an early age. "The pursuit of astronomy has gave me some of the most inspirational experiences of my life and I sincerely appreciate all of those people who helped me along the way back then". According to Vic, Stellarvue is a way of returning the favor.

"Over the past quarter of a century, I have enjoyed introducing thousands of people to astronomy and helped many of them get the most out of their equipment. I have found that most telescopes people buy are very poorly made. I know from personal experience how frustrating it is, and this is what inspired me to create Stellarvue. This is a small telescope company dedicated to introducing people to the night sky with high-quality, reasonably priced equipment. This is more a labor of love than a commercial endeavor. Anyone who has been truly inspired by the majesty of the night sky knows what I am talking about".


Vic Maris has been teaching astronomy and making telescopes for more than 35 years
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Stellarvue telescopes utilize exceptional optics. We maintain the highest quality components and keep our prices low. This results in very high performance at reasonable prices. Each telescope carrying the Stellarvue label is personally star tested by Vic Maris. Optical and mechanical parts are warrantied and we make sure every customer is 100% satisfied. On rare occasions, a customer will damage a telescope - drop one on concrete or something. Most of the time the telescope survives as they are built like a tank. But show they need some work we are here for our customers. We repair our telescope whether they are returned during the warranty period or after. We are committed to making sure that all Stellarvue instruments operate as they should. That is because we really do care about our customers and nothing sells more of our telescopes than the telescopes themselves. They are our ambassadors and we want them operating to spec when any of our customers shows them off. 

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Vic Maris was a park ranger and naturalist for 30 years. He has been teaching astronomy for 35 years. When he got ready to retire, his students talked him into to starting Stellarvue. Vic continues teaching as it is his passion. Majesty of the Night Sky is an introduction to the wonders of the universe. Vic makes this multifaceted presentation fun and interesting. Click Here
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Stellarvue Owners take numerous STELLARTRIPS each year. These are special educational outings designed o help you get the most out of SV equipment and have a great time in the process. Each trip is fun and they all take place in the most beautiful places on earth!  Click here.
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All specifications and prices are subject to change without  notice. We often modify designs to improve them. All copy and photographs copyright 2006 and may not be used without permission.

Stellarvue trademarks and service marks, and logos and product and service names are trademarks of Stellarvue (the "Stellarvue Marks"). Without Stellarvue's prior permission, these marks may not be displayed or used in any manner. Some products are patent pending. Stellarvue will take necessary action against any dealer in the USA carrying imitations of our proprietary products. Dealers are warned to check with us first before purchasing similar products as they may be illicit copies of products we specifically designed. Such products may only be sold by authorized Stellarvue dealers. We encourage all dealers interested in carrying our specific products to become a Stellarvue dealer. Contact us at (530) 823-7796 for more information.

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