TEETER'S TELESCOPES, LLC.
Bespoke Telescope Design, Fabrication, Sales & Service Since 2002
 Engraved Brass Name PlateName plate included on every Teeter's Telescope, signifying it as having been manufactured to our strict standards. |  NEAF 2019 |  fullsizeoutput_218018" and 20" TeeterScopes "in the field" at the Cherry Springs Star Party |
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 15" TT SilhouettedA 15" F/4.5 TT/Classic silhouetted during a Messier Marathon in Arizona, March 2015. |  IMG_043816" F/4 TeeterScope "in the field" in Southern AZ. |  Boundary Layer Cooling FansClose-up of our Dual Boundary Layer Cooling Fans, pictured with optional Black Hardware. We offer three different hardware package finishes; Bright Brass, Black or Nickel/Chrome. |
 Light BucketA view down the optical pathway and into the heart of a 16" F/5 Teeter's Telescope. |  Awaiting NightfallTwo Teeter's Telescopes await nightfall after being unloaded onto an observing field. |  Jupiter with Moonsmage captured using TT115, a 15" F/4.5 TT/Classic. Technical specifications below: Saturn imaged by Tom Polakis, Tempe, AZ. |
 Saturn with Cassini DivisionImage captured using TT115, a 15" F/4.5 TT/Classic. Technical specifications below: Saturn imaged by Tom Polakis, Tempe, AZ 2014 June 13, 4h UT 15” f/4.5, 3x Barlow for 5100mm focal length at f/13.4 Tracking with Equatorial Platforms Aluminum platform ZWO ASI120MM monochrome camera 3.3 micron pixels ==> image scale is 0.13 arcsec.pixel 1000 frames in red, green, blue channels Aligned and registered in Astrostakkert! Sharpened with Registax Assembled with Photoshop |  Saturn with Cassini DivisionImage captured using TT115, a 15" F/4.5 TT/Classic. Technical specifications below: Saturn imaged by Tom Polakis, Tempe, AZ 2014 June 13, 4h UT 15” f/4.5, 3x Barlow for 5100mm focal length at f/13.4 Tracking with Equatorial Platforms Aluminum platform ZWO ASI120MM monochrome camera 3.3 micron pixels ==> image scale is 0.13 arcsec.pixel 1000 frames in RED channel only Aligned and registered in Astrostakkert! Sharpened with Registax Assembled with Photoshop |  Big DobsA 22" F/3.3 and an 18" F/4.2 shown, with Teeter's Telescopes owner, Rob Teeter, between to give a sense of size. Despite being big telescopes, they are still highly transportable. |
 Two STS'sPair of 8" F/6 Solid Tube Series (STS) telescopes, with Cherry stain and Brass hardware, awaiting darkness outside of the Teeter's Telescopes workshop. |  Seated ObservingTeeter's Telescopes owner, Rob Teeter, shown seated at the eyepiece of TT103, a 10" F/5 with a Lightholder Optics primary mirror. |  Rack of Scopes"Drying Room" at Teeter's Telescopes, with several telescopes in process. |
 A Close-up Look at our CraftsmanshipFocuser board with name plate and Moonlite dual speed focuser, with Teeter's Telescopes' Maple stain. |  TT106 - 22" F/3.3View into the rear of TT106, a 22" F/3.3 with a Kennedy Optics primary mirror. Also shown are the Quad-Boundary Layer Cooling Fans. |  The Beauty of Natural StainUpper Tube Assembly (UTA) of TT101, a 16" F/5. utilizing a Feathertouch Focuser, Rigel QuickFinder and 60mm Stellarvue Optical Finderscope. |
 Work in ProgressVarious altitude bearings on the drying rack after staining and application of polyurethane clear gloss. |  Work in ProgressUpper Tube Assembly for a 16" Teeter's Telescopes' Truss-Dobsonian under construction. |
"In Stock? Wait, what about ordering a custom TeeterScope telescope?"
Since 2002 we've mostly offered custom made telescopes, built to the specifications of our clients. However, with the addition of our twin boys, Nolan and Vaughn, and the reduction in workshop time that has followed, we felt there was a need to change directions with Teeter's Telescopes to better suit our changing lifestyle. Therefore, effective immediately we are no longer accepting orders for custom made telescopes. We will still - for at least some time - be offering In Stock TeeterScopes...
"I'm confused...can I still buy a TeeterScope telescope?"
Sure! It just has to be one of those listed below that we are building as In Stock offerings. The difference is that those telescopes below will be built, tested and THEN offered for sale versus you contracting with us to build you a telescope from scratch.
"Great! But when will those TeeterScope telescopes below be ready to buy?"
Great question! It all depends. As of this time (mid-May) we have 15 custom telescopes still to build from orders taken in 2020 then from there we will begin work on the telescopes listed below (and some others not yet listed). The plan is to finish our custom orders by end of 2021 and then start working on In Stock telescopes in early 2022 making those listed below available approximately early to mid-2022 (think May/June).
"I'm in no rush, I really want a custom TeeterScope, not one below, can you make an exception for me?"
Sorry, but no we can't. We are fully committed to not adding any more custom telescopes to our queue of work. We are committed to seeing our last 15 custom telescopes to completion then seeing several In Stock telescopes to completion and then taking a much deserved break from the industry where for the first time in 22 years (!!!) we will not be building any telescopes for clients. We will instead complete a few personal projects, reassess our involvement in the industry and decide from there how we want to proceed.
"What does this mean for after-sales service and support?"
This is so important! These telescopes are not inexpensive and things come up from time to time that need fixing, modifying, upgrading, etc., or you may just be looking for general advice. You are entitled to what we've always considered lifetime service and support. It doesn't do anybody any good if your telescope isn't working. So the most important thing to note is that we'll be here for you! If in 2023 we decide to cease building telescopes we will CONTINUE servicing and supporting those TeeterScopes already in existence. The workshop will still be here (I'll most likely be building projects for myself for many years to come!), my tooling will still be operational and most importantly our phone will still be ON! Our 300+ customers over more than two decades have become family in some instances. Some are like brothers and sisters while others are like the aunts and uncles you only see once a year at holidays. But I've kept a line of communication open with all of them and will continue to do so. Many I would recognize in a crowd! Building every TeeterScope is a labor of love and it is super important to me that they function as designed. So do not fear that a cessation of production would equate to a cessation of support and service. As long as I, Rob Teeter, am walking and talking I will also be engaged with our customer base, past, present and future.
"What In-Stock TeeterScope telescopes will be available for purchase in 2022?"
The telescopes listed below are in various stages of completion. The further toward the top the closer they are to completion. Those toward the bottom may at this point just be a primary mirror with a structure not yet started. When the telescope is completed and field tested the status will be updated to "Available." At that point the telescope will be available for purchase, but not before.
Feel free to Email us for more specific information or to let us know your interest in a specific telescope, we can put your name on a wait list and contact you when the build is nearer completion. But, until the telescope is complete we will not accept deposits or reservations. That keeps things more informal and less stressful for all parties involved.
The list below is provided as a means to summarize what we have "in the works" and a way for any interested clients to plan for a potential future purchase.
Product Line
Aperture/FL
Mirror Substrate
Wood Stain
Tube Color
Pricing
16" F/3.8
Lightholder Optics
1.5" Supremax
Bright Red Cherry
N/A
13.1" F/4.5
Steve Swayze (Refigure)
1.125" Pyrex
Natural
N/A
12.5" F/4.8
Meade Research Grade
1.5" Pyrex
Signature Cherry
N/A
Starting at
$10,449
Starting at
$6,999
Starting at
$5,999
10" F/5.4
Zambuto (ZOC)
1.125" Supremax
Signature Cherry
Alien Grey
Starting at
$4,999
10" F/5
Zambuto (ZOC)
0.7" Quartz
Natural
Green Artery
10" F/4.5
Coulter
1.125" Pyrex
Natural
Blue Artery
8" F/6
Celestron
1.5" (center)
0.5" (edge) Pyrex
Bright Red Cherry
Jersey Cream
8" F/5.9
Zhumell
1" BK7
Natural
Alien Grey
Discontinued substrate, but we have one left!
8" F/5
Hubble Optics
1" BK7
Natural
Alien Grey
0.98 Strehl!*
Conical back primary mirror!
Starting at
$4,899
Starting at
$3,199
Starting at
$2,899
Starting at
$2,899
Starting at
$2,599
Official 2022 in-stock production run
Prices listed as "Starting at" include standard equipment/components while certain upgrades/add-ons are available at additional cost. Please inquire for more information and specific all inclusive pricing.
TT 157, 12.5" F/5 Classic
ERIC S.
The scope is doing great. No complaints at all. For me it's a telescope of a lifetime.
STS 67, 8" F/5.7 Solid Tube Series
JULIO B.
It is a work of art, not only for the great optics but also on display in our living room. Thank you!
STS 52, 8" F/6, Solid Tube Series
JOHN L.
I love the scope! Everything about it is awesome, especially the rotating tube. It is my quick -look scope.
TT 148, 10" F/7 Classic
DOUG M.
Compared to a competitor, the Teeter is superior in design & integrated accessories. Teeter Scopes are the best!
