Apochromatic refractors are noted for providing some of the sharpest, most color correct images possible and are often the scope of choice among hard-core planetary observers. Apo's as they are affectionately referred to cost quite a bit, but in the eyes of many, they are worth every penny. Utah Skies is fortunate enough to have a Takahashi refractor. Takahashi is recognized world-wide for producing some of the finest telescopes available. Takahashi refractors regularly outperform telescopes of larger aperture.