An interesting looking scope

[Kal]

UnitronItalia Gladius (http://www.unitronitalia.it/gladio.htm)

Probably the most naked telescope design I have ever seen. Also based on a massive F25 Dall-Kirkham optical system, the 12" has a FL of nearly 8 metres!! :eek:

While the sample planetary images at the bottom of the linked page are good (I think Iceman spoils us around here too much ;) ) it is the lunar images on the page that really impress me :)

[Ric]

A very interesting design indeed and the lunar images are quite special as well. The exposed mirrors are a bit of a worry for me, how much dirt, dust and whatever else is going to collect on it.

[DobDobDob]

Weird looking hey?

[RB]

I didn't know Frazier designed unusual scopes.

Awesome.

[iceman]

Paolo is a remarkable lunar/planetary imager. His work is among the best in the world, and his scope is certainly a unique design.

Very portable!

He's also coming out with some specialised planetary cameras in the next few months.. watching with great interest!

[Ric]

:lol: :lol: Nice one Rocket Boy, there is definitely a likeness.
He also sounds like a very brilliant man as well

Cheers

[Omaroo]

Interesting design - absolutely. Practical - uhhmm.... :shrug:

I'd be constantly petrified about the mirror's safety I think. I do like the mount though!

[rmcpb]

Must be REALLY dry there otherwise dew would have a field day with that mirror!!