Electric Illuminated Orion Relief World Globe Detailed Educational Geographic Learning Toy Sturdy Non Tip Base Interior Light 12 Inch Diam

Often when watching TV or reading a news story I am interested in where a city, country, body of water or other geographical feature is located. Sure these days I can simply do a search on my smartphone but there is nothing like a globe to put it into context where it is in relationship with the rest of the world.We have a 30 year old illuminated globe made by Scan-Globe A/S in Denmark (Replogle’s European trade name) in our living room that not only serves as a reference tool but as an attractive softly glowing mood light for watching TV. It is beautifully made but the world has changed a lot in 30 years, especially the entire former Soviet Union and much of Africa. So we bought this Orion globe as the most similar in size, design and features to our old one.The most obvious is that our original globe is a clear plastic sphere to which has been glued a paper map while the new globe is a plastic sphere that has the map printed directly on to the plastic. I included photos because which is "better" is a matter of opinion. My opinion is that the paper map has sharper text and richer depth of colors. But on the other hand the Orion globe has a 3D raised surface for elevated features like mountains.I would not agree with the seller’s description that the globe has a “sturdy no-tip base”. That description leads me to believe the base is weighted, it is not, it is only a thin piece of molded plastic that wouldn’t last long around kids. While on the subject of sketchy details, a little research revealed that “Orion” is a trade name for globes sold by Replogle, a highly respected long-time manufacturer of quality globes. Nowhere on the globe or packaging does it give any indication that this globe is associated with Replogle in any way. In fact the seller’s description states that "this is an exclusive HearthSong product that is only available from them". Hearthsong is an online toy seller.The key difference though boils down to the very reason one buys a globe, which is information and that us where the two globes are night and day. While you can only fit so many city names and other details on to a 12" sphere, the old Scan-Globe wins hands down. I am actually somewhat disappointed at the lack of detail on the Orion globe. I'll grant that at its selling price I didn't expect a classroom quality product but in my judgement the Orion is more of a decorative knickknack than a useful reference tool.

Well, this was the first time I have ever returned to Amazon which is pretty good considering how many years I have been a customer. This was a product issue. My globe looked ok even though it seems to be made of low quality plastic. However, when I turned on the light I noticed at once the globe was not put together properly at the equator and light was coming though 1/3 of the equator in some parts by an 1/8in, So the globe looked terrible and was obvioulsly defective once the light was on. Next I will try to spend more for something that is hopefully higher quality.

We love this globe. I was looking for an illuminated globe that was colorful enough to be an accent in a child's room, but I also wanted it to be functional for him as he grew older, and had questions about the world. In daylight, it is a Physical map, and shows landscape features in green, brown, and blue. When it is illuminated, you can see the Political map, lit in beautiful warm colors, with all the country names and main cities. The whole thing is plastic, but it is attractive and fairly sturdy. It gives off a pleasant blue light that makes a great nightlight. I have loved having a visual aide to help my child understand where Papa goes on his trips, or where our friends live on the other side of the world. Or what's on the other side of the ocean.My issues so far have been:It arrived with some nicks in the printed laminate, which I accepted, as it was a birthday present and there was no time to return. (Also, nothing stays pristine when it's given to a small child.) However, it does show when the light is on, so that's why I'm taking off a star.The light bulb went out very soon after we got it, but I was able to replace it with these light bulbs for a lighted mirror, on Amazon: Jerdon JPT25W 25-Watt Replacement Light Bulbs for Lighted Mirrors, 2-Pack I think I found some appliance bulbs that fit the socket too, but the low wattage ones were too dim, and others were too long, and hard to maneuver back into the globe. The lighted mirror ones were perfect.

I purchased an Orion Globe from HearhtSong. The poorly constructed plastic base broke, I offered to purchase another base, but HearthSong would not allow it, then I asked HearthSong for contact information so I may contact the manufacture directly, and they refused to provide it. This companies customer service is terrible.

This globe has a cheap, light-weight plastic base and makes a clicking sound when you spin it. Any kid would knock it over easily. I'm returning it because it's definitely not worth the money. Maybe $10, but not $50.

This thing is amazing. I was looking for a globe that didn't have a cheap feel to it but with a light inside. If you don't want to spend hundreds of dollars that's actually pretty hard. I spent a lot of time looking closely at lots of different models online and ended up purchasing this one and I'm very happy with it. I bought this as a gift but I'm lucky to be able to see it all the time because I'm tempted to buy another one for myself.The light bulb gives off just the right amount of glow. With this as your only light source you can delicately illuminate a room in a beautiful soft light that is good for late nights and early mornings. This is such a good basic staple item for any home, especially homes with children or people who love to travel or for anyone who is curious about Earth and its geography.

I bought this Globe for my kids and pretended it was for me so they would not argue or be envious (which they are not really). Basically, the presence of this Globe, blue in the day and illuminated at night, acts as a discreet reminder about the wonderful life we have. Past the somewhat commanding price, one sees the detailed topography and even discovers mountain ranges unknown before. This Globe will certainly be in their mind for years to come wherever they may be, and perhaps they to, will purchase one for their family, when the time comes, even in this digital time (lest it will be a hologram?).

Unlit, the globe shows physical geography. Turn on the light and political divisions appear.Colours are good, we like the raised mountains, the detail is quite good and any joints in the surface are not apparent.The only real weakness is that the base is very light and a bit flimsy. Delivery was as promised.

The globe looks great and the relief is well done. Lit up it really does look fantastic. Two things stopped me from giving a five star review. It squeaks a little when you spin it, and it doesn't seem overly sturdy to me. Not flimsy, but not sturdy.

Compré anticipadamente este regalo; hoy 24 hrs. previas para darlo, resulta que el foco viene fundido, mmmmm muy debil la resistencia del foco para soportar el traslado o peor aun, falso contacto en el switch, en fin, sustiruirlo fue muy facil, lo sustitui por un LED, que gasta mucho menos LUZ y no se calienta igual. Si este globo girara, seria la NETA.

Some parts are not well glued. You can see bubbles. Both halves are not well connected either. The job could've been done better. The full piece is plastic, cheap material. Most funny thing is that you can't tell where it is made after I checked everywhere.