I am considering one of two modified Achro refractors:
The Vixen NA140SS, which uses a 4 element objective (Petzval like correcting lens at the rear).
Link to description and specs here:
http://www.optcorp.com/vx-5868-na140...ube-rings.html
and the iStar Asteria 127mm R30, which uses its longer FL and more exotic glass to reduce CA.
Link to description and specs here:
http://www.optcorp.com/istar-asteria...refractor.html
Both of these scopes have good reviews online, and are similiarly priced and will fit within my mount payload capacity just fine.
I'd like to hear from anyone who has one of these scopes, or is familiar with them through research.
The scope will be primarily visual use, but I will be trying to get into some basic imaging. Planetary is assumed, I have a big dob as well for DSO work. Both of these refractors have their strong points in my view.
And finally please, I'd rather not hear from the ED APO thought police. Thanks