There are six no-nonsense, tell it as it is INTENTIONALLY HUMEROUS (IN PLACES) comprehensive buying guides that form an almost entire 'picture' of what is on ebay,

what to be careful of,

what to ask the seller and

what to pay.  

That way, you will know where the 'traps' are and not be conned into thinking that what you are buying is worth a lot when, in fact, it is worthless.

There is also a Guide on selling a telescope on ebay.

1st Guide  --  Deals with basics, what to be careful of, what to ask the seller, how much to pay and  more topics.

2nd Guide  -- Carries on from the 1st Guide and considers other aspects where you have to be careful such as what size scope to buy, which eyepieces to use and more, including prices.

3rd Guide  --  Helps you deal with wear and non-functioning after you have bought a scope, suggesting remedies and how best to avoid disappointment.

4th Guide  --  Deals entirely with buying accessories on ebay, what they do, are they worth it and how much to pay. Other topics are also included that have a direct bearing on buying.

5th Guide  --  Common Sense Bidding Guide.

6th Guide  --  Suggested prices for used equipment.

I HAVE ADDED A CHECK LIST IN THE GUIDES. IF YOU ARE SERIOUSLY LOOKING AT EBAY LISTINGS AND HAVE NARROWED YOUR CHOICE TO A FEW SCOPES, USE THIS CHECK LIST TO PRODUCE A STAR RATING FOR EACH LISTING AND THEN INTERPRET THAT STAR RATING IN REALISTIC TERMS.

To read these guides click on this link,   www.ebay.co.uk  -  click  Buy  -  type in telescopes and then on the left of the page, click on all guides. Alternatively, click on 'see all reviews by 1alienx'.

Thanks for looking.