Cheshire

[grimsay]

It's time I learned collimation.

Therefore, I'm seeking a Cheshire. Not top of the range but something accurate (avoiding lasers for this reason). And a collimation cap or Cheshire sight-tube combo. I'm a bit confused but figure a Cheshire is a good starting point.

Thanks for looking, Iain

[Allan_L]

Hi Iain,
I bought my Skywatcher Cheshire from Survey & Instrument Specialists, for around $75. (although it was about 8 years ago I think)
A shop near you, in Newcastle.
60 Belford Street,
Broadmeadow.
http://www.surveyinst.com.au/home.php

Sorry, mine is not for sale.
BUT
I am happy for you to come down and use mine and I can show you how best to use it. (I'm in Wyong Shire)
I also have a very precise laser collimator. [HOTECH]
(and a standard quality one for sale [Orion]).
It is interesting to compare the results. And I can explain where each one has relative advantages.

If interested, PM me for address details.
Of course this offer is open to anyone else in the neighbourhood too. :thumbsup:

[grimsay]

Thanks for the tip Allan, I'll check them out if I have no luck here - grabbed my SW dob from them back in Jan but didn't realise they stocked accessories - although I prefer to buy used if I can... recycling:)

Some tips and advice would be very welcome, thanks! I'll take you up on that if I can make it to the Pony Club weekend after next.

Cheers, Iain

[Allan_L]

Excellent !
Hope to see you then Iain. :thumbsup:

[grimsay]

Bump :)