Tak Mewlon 250

[matt]

Hi guys.

These don't come up too often for sale. Just gauging interest and possible expressions of interest at this stage in a Takahashi Mewlon 250.

The telescope is in excellent condition, and comes with a heavy duty custom case, Tak tube rings and heavy duty mounting plate to suit Losmandy G11.

This scope includes the electric focuser which controls the moving secondary.

As anyone with any knowledge of Mewlons would know, these are fabulous instruments made to Takahashi's renowned standards.

Planetary imagers in particular would be aware of the Tak 250M's reputation.

I am considering sale at a fair price.

All inquiries via PM

Thank you

[sharpiel]

Hi Matt. Sent you a PM.

[matt]

Hi Les

You might want to check where you sent that PM.

I haven't received it:)

[matt]

Some pics.....

[matt]

A few more....

[matt]

I have had many enquiries since listing this scope for sale.

I need to be clear that this M250 is in excellent condition. As is the heavy duty custom travel case, made by Queensland Protective Cases.

The scope includes the BRC-250 style rings, which coupled with the supplied OPT custom plate make for very secure mounting.

The package includes the beautiful Tak focus hand controller, which moves the secondary mirror for precision focusing.

I am happy to accept realistic offers on this fantastic unit. No 'low ball' offers, please:thumbsup:

[matt]

Hi guys.

After much correspondence and with time ticking by, I've reached the point where it seems necessary to put a price on this and see if I can't get this wonderful telescope off to a new home.

To help you understand how the price has been arrived at, keep in mind the custom carry case if worth around $500, the BRC-250 rings another $675, and the OPT dovetail plate another $400.

Add to this the price the M250 fetches on the second-hand market, which ranges all the way up to $8000 (OTA alone)

Shipping to be organised and paid for by buyer. Pick up is also welcome.

So, $6000 gets you the whole shebang, which is in pristine condition.

All inquiries/offers via private message, please.

Many thanks

[matt]

Following further enquiries...

No, this is not the CRS version of the M250. As a planetary imager, I never saw the need for it, but it can be easily 'upgraded' if required.

And yes, I am willing to offer flexible terms on payment.

By that, I mean those who are looking to secure an OTA of this quality but need a little help paying for it - I am happy to work on a deposit plus payment plan over an agreed period.

:)

[matt]

Thought I had this sold, but fell through late in the day :sadeyes:

Yours now for $6000....plus shipping.

If you've ever dreamed of owning one of these optically superb instruments, this might be the time to jump....:thumbsup:

[matt]

BUMP

No takers for a 10" (1/20th wave) optically and photographically superb Japanese instrument with a legendary reputation?

At $6000 (plus shipping) with the included items, this really is a great deal.

[mbaddah]

If i didnt have a SDM dob already I'd buy this in a heartbeat. Till now the best view i ever had of the Orion Nebula was through a Tak Mewlon. Gave us tingles looking at it!

[matt]

Thanks Mohammed.

It is one of things which surprises about the Mewlons, given much of their 'fame' is based around their wonderful capability as planetary imaging scopes.

I was very pleasantly surprised at the deep sky views they are capable of as well. Likewise, the best view I have ever had of the Orion Nebula has been through this M250. It has also offered up amazing views of globular and open clusters, double stars and other DSOs.

Stars look amazing through this scope. As I often see described 'like diamonds on black velvet'. A fair description.

And then you put in a high power eyepiece on a night of good seeing and turn it on the planets!!:eyepop:

[issdaol]

Not to mention using it with a Baader Mark V Bino :eyepop: :bowdown:

[redhillastro]

PM sent.

[matt]

Item is now sold