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Old 16-04-2014, 01:42 PM
Sconesbie (Scott)
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Brand v Brand

Yet again, this topic has probably been done to death over the years.

Hopefully at the latter part of this year I can afford a new scope. I have narrowed it down to an 8" or 10" goto Dobsonian (pending the treasurers report once the books have been done).

I had the final decision narrowed to a Skywatcher flex, then I found the Orion Skyquest full tube which is cheaper. I can virtually get a 10" full tube at roughly the same price as an 8" flex (just from rough guides online). I haven't done in depth price research at this stage on the Orion.

Goto is certainly what I want but need to get an understanding if there is really any difference betyween truss and full tube. It's highly unlikely I will be transporting it anywhere and won't be doing photography. Just gazing.

Thoughts please ladies and gents.
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