Hey there, Smart Shoppers!
Listen up, because I've got some pre-owned gems that'll prove you don't need to mortgage your house to get serious about astronomy...
🔭 FRESH ARRIVALS IN USED GEAR 🔭
Just when you thought all the good used stuff was gone...
Our technicians have been busy inspecting some fantastic pre-owned equipment that just rolled through our doors. These aren't your typical "bought it, used it once, then discovered Netflix" astronomy casualties. This is quality gear from serious astronomers who knew how to take care of their equipment.
Let's cut right to it - these aren't just "slightly cheaper than new" deals. These are the "why-didn't-I-think-to-buy-used-sooner" bargains that'll make your wallet actually thank you for once.
🎯 THE SMART MONEY PLAYS 🎯
Celestron Advanced VX Equatorial Mount & Tripod (Pre-owned)
The "I'm-ready-for-serious-imaging-without-the-serious-debt" choice
You know what's better than spending $2,800+ on a new Advanced VX? Getting a perfectly good used one that's been through our tech inspection gauntlet. This is the mount that countless astrophotographers cut their teeth on - and for good reason.
Why this mount doesn't suck: • 30-pound payload capacity (handles your imaging train and then some) • All-Star Polar Alignment because manual polar alignment is medieval torture • Permanent PEC that actually learns and corrects tracking errors • Images across the meridian without flipping (revolutionary, I know) • Our techs verified every motor, encoder, and goto function
Perfect for: Experienced amateurs who want premium imaging performance without premium pricing.
CHECK OUT THE ADVANCED VX MOUNT HERE
Extra 5% off with code USED5 (expires Friday Aug 15th
Lunt Solar 60mm Day/Night Telescope - H-alpha with B1200 & FeatherTouch (Pre-owned)
The "I-want-to-photograph-solar-flares-AND-galaxies" dual-threat
Here's something you don't see every day - a dedicated H-alpha solar scope that ALSO converts for nighttime use. This isn't some compromise design that does both poorly. This is Lunt engineering at its finest, and it's been thoroughly tested by our solar-obsessed technician.
What makes this special: • True Doppler pressure tuning (not that inferior tilt-tuning garbage) • <0.65 Angstrom bandpass for crisp solar detail • B1200 blocking filter included (because safety matters, obviously) • 2" FeatherTouch focuser (the Rolls-Royce of focusers) • Converts between solar and nighttime use in minutes • Hard case included because protection matters
Perfect for: Serious astronomers who want to explore BOTH sides of astronomy - solar phenomena and deep sky objects.
EXPLORE THE LUNT SOLAR TELESCOPE HERE
Extra 5% off with code USED5 (expires Friday Aug 15th
Askar SQA70 - 70mm f/4.8 Super Quintuplet Astrograph (Display Unit)
The "I-want-professional-results-without-professional-prices" imaging machine
This is our display unit, which means it's been sitting pretty on our shelf looking gorgeous while customers drooled over it. Now it can be yours at a fraction of the new price. This isn't just any refractor - it's a quintuplet Petzval design that delivers tack-sharp stars across a full-frame sensor.
Why astrophotographers love this scope: • Quintuplet optical design with ED glass elements • Self-flattened design (no additional flattener needed) • 44mm image circle covers full-frame sensors • 2.5" dual-speed focuser with 360° rotator • Central star point <2.4um at the corners • Multiple threaded connections (M42, M48, M54) • Includes hard case for protection
Perfect for: Dedicated astrophotographers who want professional-grade optics without the professional-grade price tag.
DISCOVER THE ASKAR SQA70 HERE
Extra 5% off with code USED5 (expires Friday Aug 15th
Smart money buys quality used gear. Foolish money buys cheap new gear that needs replacing in two years.
🔍 WHY BUY USED FROM KHAN SCOPE? 🔍
Simple - we actually know what we're selling.
Unlike buying from some random person on the internet who "thinks it works fine," every piece of used equipment that comes through our doors gets the full technical inspection treatment. Our two staff technicians have decades of combined experience, and they don't let anything slide by that isn't in proper working order.
What you get: • Complete technical inspection and testing • Guarantee that everything functions as intended • Peace of mind from Canada's most trusted astronomy retailer • Support if you have questions after purchase • No surprises, no "oh by the way, this part doesn't work"
Remember: these are single-item opportunities. When they're gone, they're gone.
Extra 5% off with code USED5 (expires Friday Aug 15th
🌌 WHAT'S UP IN THE NIGHT SKY 🌌
Speaking of smart investments - have you been tracking Jupiter lately? The king of planets is perfectly positioned for imaging right now, and with proper equipment (hint: like that Advanced VX mount), you could be capturing atmospheric details that'll make your astronomy club wonder how you suddenly got so good.
Saturn's rings are also tilted beautifully for observation. The Lunt solar scope owners? You're missing out if you haven't been tracking the recent solar activity. Our star has been putting on quite a show.
🎁 EXCLUSIVE NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIBER BONUS 🎁
Because loyalty deserves rewards...
You're reading this newsletter, which means you're one of the smart ones who actually pays attention to quality gear opportunities. As a thank you for being a loyal subscriber, you get an EXTRA 5% OFF any used item purchase.
Use discount code: USED5 at checkout Valid until Friday, August 15th at midnight
That's right - stack this discount on top of our already excellent used gear pricing. Your wallet is about to get even happier.
📣 STORE ANNOUNCEMENTS 📣
• Limited quantities - These are one-off used items, so don't expect them to stick around • Newsletter subscriber discount - Extra 5% off with code USED5 (expires Friday Aug 15th midnight) • Full technical inspection completed on all items • Pickup available at our Dufferin Street location • Shipping available for smaller items (call us about larger pieces) • Financing options still available through Royal Bank Pay Plan
Come see us at Khan Scope Centre • 3243 Dufferin Street, Toronto ON
