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Old 14-04-2014, 01:22 AM
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wavelandscott (Scott)
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I am going to offer some alternative advice...instead of suggesting a new eyepiece I would suggest getting a good adjustable height chair instead and using what you have for a while.

There are many great eyepieces available today (we are blessed) but final preference often comes down to small differences based on the observer. It takes a little viewing time to understand what you like and do not like so I would take my time before upgrading...the stars are not going anywhere...and attend a star party or two and look through a few other folks gear to learn what you like.

Unlike eyepieces which individually will be used depending on what you are looking at and sky conditions, a good adjustable height chair will be used each and every time you observe regardless of eyepiece. I have also found that when I am comfortable I observe longer and glean more detail from what I am looking at regardless of the eyepiece I am using on the night.

As I get older I find the ergonomic improvements in a good chair make looking at the night sky even more enjoyable.

Enjoy your new scope and eyepieces that came with it...use them for a while and get familiar with what they can do and your likes.dislikes about them. You would not want to put a first time driver in an F1 race car without some practice time in a regular car...

If you feel the absolute need to buy something else new...consider the adjustable height chair, for me it was one of the best investments after the scope that I made.

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