Build your own telescope

For anyone who has ever dreamed of exploring the heavens with a telescope, Build Your Own Telescope can make that dream come true! Richard Berry provides clear, step-by-step instructions on constructing a powerful telescope—from a simple reflector suitable for a parent and child to build together to a 10-inch “research-grade” telescope capable of sustaining a lifetime interest in astronomy—all with ordinary household tools and materials.

The book provides complete plans and 275 illustrations for these five telescopes:

• 4″ f /10 Reflector: A sturdy and easy-to-use telescope perfect for beginners or as a parent/child project.

• 6″ f /8 Dobsonian Reflector: A light, compact telescope that is simple to build, but powerful enough to satisfy a backyard observer for many years.

• 6″ f /8 Equatorial Reflector: A classic design for the amateur astronomer or crafter who wants an elegant telescope and great performance.

• 10″ f /6 Dobsonian Reflector: A powerful and versatile telescope suitable for casual stargazing or serious amateur long-term observing programs.

• 6″ f /15 Refractor: A large refractor that outperforms commercial telescopes of considerably larger apertures.