8 mo old. Purchased a telescope after using this. SkyWatcher S20510 Star Adventurer Astro Package (Black) Andoer Tripod Ball Head Professional Max Load 18 Pounds 360 Degrees Free Rotation with Quick Release Plate 1/4" Screw and Three 1/4 to 3/8 Screw Adapters for Tripod,Monopod,Slider,DSLR Camera (Blue) SkyWatcher S20530 Star Adventurer Latitude (EQ) Base, Telescope Accessory, Black