{"id":20325,"date":"2026-10-24T17:03:23","date_gmt":"2026-10-24T15:03:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/?p=20325"},"modified":"2026-10-24T17:03:23","modified_gmt":"2026-10-24T15:03:23","slug":"maksygo-60-cadeau-noel-telescope-enfant-debutant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/maksygo-60-cadeau-noel-telescope-enfant-debutant\/","title":{"rendered":"The MaksyGo 60 for CHF 119: the perfect Christmas gift for those new to astronomy"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"product\"><div class=\"product\"><p>Looking for a Christmas gift for a child who\u2019s curious about the sky? The Acuter MaksyGo 60 is a 60-mm Maksutov-Cassegrain mini telescope on a Dobsonian mount, priced at CHF 119. It\u2019s compact, educational, and comes in a gift box with a handle. Here\u2019s why it\u2019s the perfect astronomy gift for the holidays.<\/p>\n<h2>All the info at a glance<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Type: Maksutov-Cassegrain on an alt-azimuth Dobsonian mount<\/li>\n<li>Opening: 60 mm<\/li>\n<li>Focal length: 750 mm, f\/12.5<\/li>\n<li>Magnifications: 37.5x (20-mm eyepiece) and 75x (10-mm eyepiece)<\/li>\n<li>Viewfinder: 6\u00d721, upright image<\/li>\n<li>90\u00b0 Angled Deflector with Amici Prism (Upright Image)<\/li>\n<li>Smartphone adapter included<\/li>\n<li>Removable \u00abDiscovery\u00bb panel: view the inside of the telescope<\/li>\n<li>Tube weight: 0.8 kg<\/li>\n<li>Total weight: 1.8 kg<\/li>\n<li>Price: CHF 119 (including Swiss VAT)<\/li>\n<li>Gift box with handle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The perfect Christmas gift for beginners in astronomy<\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/acuter-10992-04-maksygo-60-mini-maksutov-dobsonian-with-smartphone-1000-avec-arriere-plan-supprime.png\" alt=\"Acuter MaksyGo 60 avec adaptateur smartphone\" \/><figcaption>Acuter MaksyGo 60 with smartphone adapter. Credit: Acuter.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Christmas is approaching, and the same question comes up every year: What telescope should you give to a child or teenager who\u2019s curious about the sky? The Acuter MaksyGo 60 is a simple and elegant answer. At CHF 119, it\u2019s a real Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope\u2014not a toy\u2014with high-quality optics, a stable mount, and everything needed to observe the Moon, the planets, and the stars.<\/p>\n<p>The MaksyGo 60 was selected by Astronomy Magazine for its 2025 Star Products list and by the British magazine Sky at Night as one of the best telescopes for children. It is recommended for children ages 5 and up.<\/p>\n<h2>An interactive display to help you understand how it works<\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/acuter-10992-03-maksygo-60-mini-maksutov-dobsonian-with-eyepiece-1000-avec-arriere-plan-supprime.png\" alt=\"Acuter MaksyGo 60 avec oculaire et panneau d\u00e9couverte\" \/><figcaption>Acuter MaksyGo 60 with eyepiece and discovery panel. Credit: Acuter.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The standout feature of the MaksyGo 60 is its removable \u00abdiscovery\u00bb panel. When you remove the side panel from the tube, you can see the interior: the parabolic primary mirror, the spot-focusing secondary mirror on the meniscus, and the light path. It\u2019s an educational tool: it gives you a hands-on understanding of how a Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope works.<\/p>\n<p>For a child just discovering astronomy, understanding the instrument is just as important as observing through it. The discovery panel turns the telescope into a learning tool, not just an observation tool.<\/p>\n<h2>What can you see with focal lengths of 60 mm and 750 mm?<\/h2>\n<p>With a 60 mm aperture and a 750 mm focal length (f\/12.5), the MaksyGo 60 is particularly well-suited for lunar and planetary observation:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The Moon<\/strong> : the Tycho, Copernicus, and Plato craters; the Apennine Mountains; and the Sea of Tranquility. At 75x magnification, the lunar disk appears detailed and high-contrast.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jupiter<\/strong> : the equatorial bands and the four Galilean moons in a straight line.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Saturn<\/strong> : the visible rings, even though they are small at 60 mm.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Double Stars<\/strong> : Epsilon Lyrae (the double star in Lyra) is resolved. Markus Ludes' review on Cloudy Nights confirmed it: the optical quality of this 60 mm telescope is remarkable.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Sun<\/strong> : With a Baader AstroSolar solar filter (not included), sunspots are visible. Never point the telescope at the Sun without a filter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Smartphone adapter included: photographing the Moon<\/h2>\n<p>The MaksyGo 60 comes with a smartphone adapter. You attach the phone behind the eyepiece, frame the Moon, and take the picture. The first photo of the Moon taken by a child with their own telescope is a cherished memory. The images are simple but realistic: the lunar disk, the phases, the seas, and the major craters.<\/p>\n<h2>Compact, lightweight, portable<\/h2>\n<p>The MaksyGo 60 weighs 1.8 kg in total. The tube weighs 0.8 kg, and the mount weighs 1 kg. It can be placed on a table, a windowsill, or a balcony. No need for a bulky tripod: the single-arm Dobsonian mount can be placed on any stable surface. It\u2019s the ideal size for an apartment, a balcony, or a night out in the garden.<\/p>\n<p>The gift box with a handle also serves as a carrying case. You can pack the telescope, eyepieces, finder scope, and smartphone adapter into the box, and you're ready to go.<\/p>\n<h2>Why shop at Deep Space Astronomy?<\/h2>\n<p>We're not just a retailer. We test, advise, and provide support.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Personalized Advice<\/strong> : We'll help you choose the right telescope for your child's age and interests. By phone, WhatsApp, or by appointment in Nyon.<\/li>\n<li><strong>After-Sales Support<\/strong> : Do you have a question about usage, setup, or the smartphone adapter? We're here to help.<\/li>\n<li><strong>14-Day Return Policy<\/strong> : Not satisfied? Return the product within 14 days.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Secure payment<\/strong> : Twint, credit card, invoice, Apple Pay, Bitcoin. Pay in 3 or 4 installments with no fees.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Free shipping in Switzerland<\/strong> Starting at CHF 200. Free pickup in Nyon.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>L\u2019<a href=\"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/product\/acuter-maksygo-60-mini-dobson-maksutov-cassegrain\/\">Acuter MaksyGo 60 costs CHF 119<\/a> (including tax) in our store. Check out the entire <a href=\"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/marque\/acuter\/\">Acuter line<\/a> for more astronomy-themed gift ideas.<\/p>\n<p><em>Price valid as of October 24, 2026; subject to change. The current price is listed on the product page in our store.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2>Sources<\/h2>\n<p>This article is based on Acuter\u2019s official specifications and the product page in our store. The MaksyGo 60 was selected by Astronomy Magazine (Star Products 2025) and by Sky at Night Magazine (best telescopes for kids).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Acuter MaksyGo 60 is a 60-mm Maksutov-Cassegrain mini telescope priced at CHF 119. It comes with a Dobsonian mount, a smartphone adapter, and a discovery panel. 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