Exceptional 1977 Celestron C5 Orange Tube - Diecast Era Classic
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Exceptional 1977 Celestron C5 Orange Tube - Diecast Era Classic
This pristine late-1977 Celestron C5 represents one of the finest examples of vintage Schmidt-Cassegrain craftsmanship from the legendary orange tube era. Serial #433467 is officially documented in the respected C5 Registry and showcases the superior diecast construction that made these telescopes so desired.
What makes this special:
Complete Package: $500 (or best reasonable offer)
Local pickup preferred, but will ship in protective Pelican case at buyer's expense Would likey ship in two boxes, a Pelican case for the scope, and a box for everything else.
This pristine late-1977 Celestron C5 represents one of the finest examples of vintage Schmidt-Cassegrain craftsmanship from the legendary orange tube era. Serial #433467 is officially documented in the respected C5 Registry and showcases the superior diecast construction that made these telescopes so desired.
What makes this special:
- Exceptionally clean optics that deliver sharp and contrasty views
- Complete setup including finderscope, star diagonal, Celestron eyepieces, and wooden eyepiece case
- Comes with the original C5 wedge assembly for rock-solid mounting
- Two period-correct drive correctors included (restoration projects for the electronically inclined)
- All original accessories: lens covers, power cord, and more
Complete Package: $500 (or best reasonable offer)
Local pickup preferred, but will ship in protective Pelican case at buyer's expense Would likey ship in two boxes, a Pelican case for the scope, and a box for everything else.

