Meade Cometracker 6" f3.6 SNT

[Merlin66]

++Registration of Interest++

This is an original Cometracker.
A wonderful 6" f3.6 schmidt newtonian - not to many were made until Meade realised they were loosing money on it!
This one's in original condition, with original paper work. The extra 2" eyepiece holder included.
It's currently fitted with custom machined rings, a Vixen dovetail and a foam dew shield.
I had lots of interest in it while in the UK but decided then not to sell.
I'd consider trade/ part trade for anything spectroscopic or solar observing related...
I'll post some photos later.

[5ash]

Have PM'd you
Philip

[Merlin66]

Just a couple of photos from the archives....
I need to get it unpacked from the Belgium "boxes" and check it out...
Not too many of these around - and f3.6 is pretty fast!!!

[5ash]

Have PM'd you for more information
Philip

[Merlin66]

For info:
Last time I checked, the mirrors/ coatings were almost "as new".

[h0ughy]

were there any coatings on the corrector plate?

[Merlin66]

David,
I still haven't managed to get to the Belgium boxes to unpack and check...

[Merlin66]

Sorry for the delay..."real life" stuff always seems to come first...
Finally have the Belgium boxes in sight...should be able to get to the Cometracker this weekend.
Looking for $600 plus delivery.....

[Astromelb]

PM Sent

[Merlin66]

Finally got the storage box out...
The Cometracker is in good condition:
The original Meade instruction sheet and 2" eyepiece holder are there ( the original MA25 eyepiece went long ago!)
The optics are clean. The coatings on both the secondary and the primary are 100%, but there's a small flake from the extreme edge of the secondary - this has been blackened and effectively hidden by the "clip" - has no effect on the image.
The tube and focuser is as per original - there are a few minor cosmetic marks where the paint has gone.
Currently fitted with a custom pair of rings and Vixen dovetail. I have a foam dew shield available.

[Merlin66]

OK,
First and only price reduction....$500 plus delivery.
Until Sunday pm....

[Merlin66]

Looks like it's sold!
****Definately SOLD****