Alternative to Tak FS60... Stellarvue SV60

[Camelopardalis (Dunk)]

Still, by the time you factor in their field flattener at $285, the WO Star 71 is probably the better imaging scope, both FPL-53 but is faster to boot (for an extra US$100)

[MortonH]

Yes, they just introduced the new options last week.

[Steffen]

Originally Posted by Camelopardalis

Still, by the time you factor in their field flattener at $285, the WO Star 71 is probably the better imaging scope, both FPL-53 but is faster to boot

It never occurred to me to compare the boot times of refractors...

[MortonH]

Originally Posted by Camelopardalis

Still, by the time you factor in their field flattener at $285, the WO Star 71 is probably the better imaging scope, both FPL-53 but is faster to boot (for an extra US$100)

Doesn't fit in your coat pocket though

[Camelopardalis (Dunk)]

Originally Posted by Steffen

It never occurred to me to compare the boot times of refractors...

Originally Posted by MortonH

Doesn't fit in your coat pocket though

Depends how big your pockets are

Unless my internet detective skills are getting rusty, I'm not seeing their specs...besides focal length and weight (3lbs). The WO is heavier but will have a flat field...and gulps 40% more light

Jus sayin!

[AG Hybrid (Adrian)]

Originally Posted by Steffen

It never occurred to me to compare the boot times of refractors...

Touche' Steffen

[Steffen]

Everybody always talks about the cool-down times of Newts and Casses, but at least they're instant-on

[brian nordstrom (As avatar)]

One of these ? , FPL53 triplet , great optics and build ,,, and it fits in your coat pocket .
Brian.

[Camelopardalis (Dunk)]

Dunno what coats you guys wear, but where I'm from we call the people that wear them "flashers"

[AG Hybrid (Adrian)]

I've got my eye on the SVR102T-25SV. I have almost 100% certainty it will be my next scope.

[MortonH]

Originally Posted by AG Hybrid

I've got my eye on the SVR102T-25SV. I have almost 100% certainty it will be my next scope.

They have a special on this scope just now. Free 2" diagonal and reduced shipping (free shipping in US, reduced overseas).

I will be extremely jealous if you buy one!

[Steffen]

Originally Posted by AG Hybrid

I've got my eye on the SVR102T-25SV. I have almost 100% certainty it will be my next scope.

That's a lot of money for a finder scope...

Cheers
Steffen.

[MortonH]

Adrian, for a bit less money...

http://www.stellarvue.com/stellarvue...ade-objective/

[AG Hybrid (Adrian)]

I'm going to use it for Astrophotography and visual. The focuser unscrews so it will be airtravel carry on luggage size. I'll take it with me to Hawaii in a couple years.

I'm not buying it now even if it is on special at the moment. Probably wont get it for a nearly a year if I'm honest. I want that lightweight carbon fiber too. Its sooo pretty.

[MortonH]

Originally Posted by AG Hybrid

I'm going to use it for Astrophotography and visual. The focuser unscrews so it will be airtravel carry on luggage size. I'll take it with me to Hawaii in a couple years.

I'm not buying it now even if it is on special at the moment. Probably wont get it for a nearly a year if I'm honest. I want that lightweight carbon fiber too. Its sooo pretty.

Jeez. Now I'm even more jealous!!!

[killswitch (Edison)]

Pulled the trigger on the M2, now i just need a portable SV scope to match it.

SV60 or 80 for xmas

[Camelopardalis (Dunk)]

Oh how I hate to see a grown man cry

[MortonH]

Originally Posted by killswitch

Pulled the trigger on the M2, now i just need a portable SV scope to match it.

SV60 or 80 for xmas

Nice one. In case you're not aware, the M2 can take an encoder kit from JMI, should that be of interest.

[MortonH]

Apparently the first run of the SV60 apo will be completed in around 30 days. Looking forward to some reports, even though I bought the SV66ED instead.

[MortonH]

The scope will begin shipping next week. It's been re-named the SV60EDS.

http://www.stellarvue.com/stellarvue-sv60eds/