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Free Worldwide Shipping on Orders Over $150

Free Worldwide Shipping on Orders Over $150 We are excited to announce that, starting June 4, 2026, all orders of $150 USD or more will qualify for free worldwide shipping. Why We Made This Change Over the past several months, we explored the possibility of expanding our products through Amazon marketplaces around the world. Through surveys and market research, we confirmed strong interest in BuiltAstro products from customers in many different countries.

HandyDob6 Steel Tripod Stability Plate for Portable Dobsonian Telescope

Update – May 31, 2026 The HandyDob6 Steel Tripod Stability Plate is now available on Amazon US with Prime shipping. You can order it directly from Amazon using the link below: Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H17L9LLD HandyDob6 Steel Tripod Stability Plate As Ed Ting mentioned in his YouTube review of the HandyDob6, one of the first practical questions with a tabletop Dobsonian like the HandyDob6 is simple:

HandyDob6 Focuser Bracket & Brace Upgrade (2-Inch Filter Compatibility)

Update – May 18, 2026 It is now available from both our BuiltAstro store and Amazon. The product has arrived at Amazon warehouses, although it may take a few days before shipping becomes fully available. Prime shipping is supported. BuiltAstro: https://builtastro.com/products/handydob6-focuser-bracket-and-brace-upgrade-kit-for-2-inch-filter-compatibility Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GYKYYD2L HandyDob6 Focuser Bracket & Brace Upgrade (2-Inch Filter Compatibility) Starting from April 2026, the HandyDob6 has been updated with a redesigned focuser bracket and brace to support 2-inch filter compatibility.

HandyDob6 Quality Notice: Missing Insert in Ground Board Component (Specific Batch)

Update – March 6, 2026 So far, a total of two customers have been affected by this issue. After receiving their reports, we have completed the shipment of replacement parts to both customers. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused and truly appreciate the understanding and cooperation of our customers.