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Old 09-04-2019, 09:09 AM
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Originally Posted by glend View Post
Having had a laser inadvertently and momentarily pointed into my scope while I was observing, my opinion is they have no place in astronomy. People waving lasers around are simply dangerous, regardless of the present power restrictions in parts of Australia. I have heard all the arguments people put forward for them as educational tools but it comes down to the Duty of Care shown by the holder of the laser. Frankly, people cannot be trusted.
I totally agree.

I use mine still as an essential tool in alignment for imaging. Am always alone, it never leaves my possesion nor do i grab it to point out out things when others appear. its only used for one purpose and as brief as possible.

No it may not be technically legal for me and yes i am fully aware of how dangerous they can be and accidents can happen for well meaning folks. Will i stop? nope. I think people themeslves should just be banned. they are the weak link thast results in tragedy. I still agree there is no place for them really at all.
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