Skywatcher EQ8 Equatorial Mount

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After successfully operating my Skywatcher EQ8 mount for over ten years I've decided to upgrade to a new mount, hence my old workhorse is now up for sale. The EQ8 is specified as having a 50Kg payload though I have never pushed this mount anywhere near that. Here is a link (https://skywatcheraustralia.com.au/product/eq8-goto-mount/) to the mount description and specifications on the Skywatcher Australia site. I still have the original shipping box as per the image on the Skywatcher page.

The mount head weight comes in at 25Kg and then we have the 2 x 10Kg counterweights and counterweight shaft. Given the overall weight I don't think that shipping is an option so we are looking at a pick up from Glanmire NSW (near Bathurst).

The package includes:


The original shipping box
The EQ8 mount head
2 x 10Kg counterweights
Counterweight shaft
Power cable
Hand controller
EQ dir cable for connection to PC


Note that this mount is one of the original series so is NOT the EQ8 R version. It has been performing well for me over the years. See attached images of mount taken prior to de-installation.

I'm thinking that $2,200 or near offer is a reasonable starting point for this mount.
Edit: Price drop to $1,950 o.n.o.


Please PM with any questions.

Clear skies,
Rodney

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Bump: Price dropped to $1,950 o.n.o.