Orion XT8i w/upgrades, 9x50 finder scope, and eyepieces

Brand

Orion

I love this telescope and I'm in no rush to sell it. It's easy to transport with some added handles, or in parts to put in a car. I was in an amatuer astronomers club and visitors would often tell me this was their favorite telescope among the group. This was my first telescope and i found it very easy to learn how to use. I recently upgraded to a 10" and don't have room for both. Upgrades include: 1. 9x50 Finder Scope 2. 100% internal flocking coverage for improved contrast 3. Custom 3d printed handles for moving the entire assembly. (PETG for strength, thermal and water resistance properties and epoxied for added strength, smooth feel and weather protection.) Has been working fantastically for 3 years. 4. Solar filter for tube and Finder scope with custom 3d printed mount blacked out with charcoal epoxy and 3 redundant safety locks for the tube (press fit/twist lock/velcro strapping.) Also 3 years strong 5. Locking cap for eyepiece. The one that comes with the telescope comes out too easily. 6. 25mm plossl eyepiece 7. 10mm plossl eyepiece 8. Recently cleaned mirrors 9. Intelliscope system. I never used this so I can't vouge for it. I just use my phone 10. Pinhole collimation cap 11. I will replace secondary collimation screws with some 'bobs knobs' 12. Also a foam cradle for transport if you want it 100. And a couple Kul stickers 🙃 Willing to meet halfway for delivery in Raleigh, Charlotte, Boone, Rocky Mount VA, Danville Va, etc...) depending on time and distance.