Thread: Dob for a/p?
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Old 22-04-2014, 11:22 AM
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Thanks I think that has made up my mind, now all I've got to do is get one!!!!
No worries Simon, keep in mind though you may want to upgrade down the track to an equatorial mount. the deep space stuff is only alright on the brighter deep space objects. if you think you will seriously get into the deep space photography then you might want to go straight to an HEQ6 and 8" newt. although saying that - nearly everyone upgrades no matter what they choose!

i have since spent a lot more cash on a deep space setup and still have more to go. although my dob won't be a waste as i intend on using it for visual when photographing and maybe some planetary work ... . and its been great to learn which direction(s) i want to take with astronomy.

all the best with your decision
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