Unrivaled Expertise - Telescope and astronomy equipment can be highly technical, especially on higher end product. OPT has a dedicated staff of telescope experts who have vast experience and knowledge covering an incredible range of products. From telescopes and telescope mounts, to CCD cameras and accessories, our expert staff has the answers you need to make a well informed purchasing decision. Most of our staff members currently own telescope equipment and a number of them are active in CCD imaging and astrophotography. None of our competitors can match the depth and breadth of expertise on telescopes and astronomy equipment.
Quality Customer Service - Craig Weatherwax, the owner of OPT, has always held customer service as the number one priority. Whether in-store, on the phone, or online, OPT offers top-quality customer service to customers across the US and around the world. While OPT has grown into one of the largest telescope dealers worldwide, we still offer that personal touch that has become so rare in today's business world.
Competitive, Discounted Pricing - OPT strives to offer extremely competitive pricing on our entire product lineup. Check around the internet and you will find that OPT's everyday prices match or beat most of our competitors. We also offer additional discounts to schools, colleges, universities and other organizations, which makes our pricing even better!
Purchase Orders Accepted - Most schools, colleges and universities require the acceptance of purchase orders. Not a problem at OPT! OPT accepts purchase orders from most organizations and institutions and offers 30 day terms for most orders.
Extensive Product Selection - With thousands of products from over one hundred different astronomy equipment manufacturers, OPT has one of the largest selections of astronomy equipment in the world. From the largest companies (including Meade, Celestron, Orion, Tele Vue, SBIG, Takahashi, Vixen and Stellarvue) to the smaller companies, OPT has everything that you need to create a successful astronomy program. Whether you need a high-end observatory system, or an entry level telescope for a beginning program, OPT has the product selection to make it happen.
Massive Inventory In-Stock - Not only does OPT offer thousands of products, OPT stocks a vast majority of the products! This means that OPT can quickly fulfill your needs, even with the strict deadlines that many organizations work with. From high-end telescopes, mounts and CCD cameras, to small items and accessories, we have thousands of products available for immediate delivery.
In Business Since 1947 - OPT was first opened in 1947 as a camera shop in Oceanside, CA. Over the years OPT expanded rapidly, eventually adding telescope equipment to its product offerings in 1982. Since 1982 the telescopes side of the business has exploded and OPT is now one of the largest telescope dealers in the world. Being in business for over 60 years is an achievement that few of our competitors can come close to, let alone match.