Jules76
06-06-2011, 08:22 PM
Hi all,
I'm a bit reluctant to sell since I've put a fair bit of money and time into this scope, but I've decided I need to downsize a bit to something a bit more portable (have my mind set on a Celestron 8SE) so I need to sell to fund this purchase.
I've done a few modifications which make it a real bargain IMO. Firstly, the standard Skywatcher focuser has been replaced with a JMI EV-1n Focuser (non motorised version) which is worth about US $343 plus shipping. Beautiful focuser I must say, with it's dual rate knob which allows for fast and slow smooth focusing. Comes with a 2" to 1.25" adaptor which was included with the focuser and also a ProStar 2" extension tube which I brought seperately.
Oh and I almost forgot, I mistakingly purchased a 5.75" drawtube for the EV-1n which I'll throw in as well as I have no need for it.
http://www.jimsmobile.com/buy_ev.htm#EV-1
Second modification is that I went to the trouble of purchasing some self adhesive Protostar Flocking paper and set about doing the entire length of the scope as well as the edge of the secondary mirror. Turned out quite well I must say and it looks almost pitch black inside. Definately seemed to improve the contrast when viewing.
http://www.fpi-protostar.com/flock.htm
Now then there's the main part of the sale, the OTA! :) It's an 8" Skywatcher Black Diamond OTA of which I purchased from Andrews and still sells for around $350. It's in very good nick and comes with the tube rings and dovetail. The dovetail is a bit scratched up on one side as you would expect from getting plenty of use.
So a quick rundown of what's on sale in total:
Skywatcher 8" Black Diamond Reflector OTA (tube rings and dovetail included).
JMI EV-1n Dual Rate 2" Focuser (includes 2" to 1.25" adaptor)
ProtoStar 2" Extension Tube (45mm)
5.75" Draw Tube for the EV-1n
All up it probably cost me well in excess of $700+, but I'm happy to let it all go for $500.00 $450.00 $400.00 $350.00 including freight (which is free through work).
In regards to freight, I don't have the original box it came in but getting another suitable box and making sure it is packed properly is not a problem at all since I have access to boxes and packing material at work. And don't worry, I'm pretty pedantic when it comes to making sure things are packed properly so it will be safe!
Payment by DD is preferred but if you wish to pay Paypal you'll need to add 2.4% to cover the fees which if I'm not mistaken would be about $9 in this case.
Thanks for looking!
I'm a bit reluctant to sell since I've put a fair bit of money and time into this scope, but I've decided I need to downsize a bit to something a bit more portable (have my mind set on a Celestron 8SE) so I need to sell to fund this purchase.
I've done a few modifications which make it a real bargain IMO. Firstly, the standard Skywatcher focuser has been replaced with a JMI EV-1n Focuser (non motorised version) which is worth about US $343 plus shipping. Beautiful focuser I must say, with it's dual rate knob which allows for fast and slow smooth focusing. Comes with a 2" to 1.25" adaptor which was included with the focuser and also a ProStar 2" extension tube which I brought seperately.
Oh and I almost forgot, I mistakingly purchased a 5.75" drawtube for the EV-1n which I'll throw in as well as I have no need for it.
http://www.jimsmobile.com/buy_ev.htm#EV-1
Second modification is that I went to the trouble of purchasing some self adhesive Protostar Flocking paper and set about doing the entire length of the scope as well as the edge of the secondary mirror. Turned out quite well I must say and it looks almost pitch black inside. Definately seemed to improve the contrast when viewing.
http://www.fpi-protostar.com/flock.htm
Now then there's the main part of the sale, the OTA! :) It's an 8" Skywatcher Black Diamond OTA of which I purchased from Andrews and still sells for around $350. It's in very good nick and comes with the tube rings and dovetail. The dovetail is a bit scratched up on one side as you would expect from getting plenty of use.
So a quick rundown of what's on sale in total:
Skywatcher 8" Black Diamond Reflector OTA (tube rings and dovetail included).
JMI EV-1n Dual Rate 2" Focuser (includes 2" to 1.25" adaptor)
ProtoStar 2" Extension Tube (45mm)
5.75" Draw Tube for the EV-1n
All up it probably cost me well in excess of $700+, but I'm happy to let it all go for $500.00 $450.00 $400.00 $350.00 including freight (which is free through work).
In regards to freight, I don't have the original box it came in but getting another suitable box and making sure it is packed properly is not a problem at all since I have access to boxes and packing material at work. And don't worry, I'm pretty pedantic when it comes to making sure things are packed properly so it will be safe!
Payment by DD is preferred but if you wish to pay Paypal you'll need to add 2.4% to cover the fees which if I'm not mistaken would be about $9 in this case.
Thanks for looking!