Mirror re-coating in NZ?

[SkyViking]

Hi All, I was wondering if anyone know if it's possible to have a 10" mirror re-coated in New Zealand?

Or alternatively, what would the best option be in Australia, and what cost should I expect?
I'm also not sure how to package the mirror if I have to ship it?

Many thanks in advance,
Rolf

[sopticals]

Hi Rolf,

Kiwistar Optics. Lower Hutt.

Email: d.cochrane@irl.cri.nz (Dave Cochrane)
Phone:04 931 3735

Heard the charge is around $20 per inch of aperature,but check with Dave.

Best regards
Stephen.

[SkyViking]

Thanks very much for the tip Stephen! :D

[gbeal]

If you get a fix on this Rolf, I'd be keen to hear the results. I too have a 10" that needs a fresh coat.
Biggest drawback unless IRL have changed, is the overcoating. I want overcoating.
Gary

[ZeroID]

Thats the one I was trying to find. Excellent.

[SkyViking]

Oh I certainly hope they overcoat, otherwise it won't last long. I think I've noticed an accelerated degradation of my mirror since I've had the scope permanently mounted in the observatory for the last couple of years, so it definitely needs overcoating for best protection.

Thanks again guys, I have sent Dave an email and will see what the options are :)