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sweet spot
I think it comes down to what or where your interests lie.
IF you like wide vistas then an FS 60 with a dslr is great.
If galaxies are your thing then you have to go for a longer focal length heavier scope and with that a bigger mount.
Sometimes owning a few scopes before hand makes it easier to find the ones that suit your personal interest. I know that's what happened to me- but I spent a small fortune getting there! Luckily I don't have any other hobbies!!
What ever makes you happy if it is a tasco jobby or a $10K Orion optics.
I dream of the lotto where I could kit all my new obs out with the best- just because I could afford it! I know it won't make me happier or a better person but I would enjoy it immensely!!
I personally went from a Meade on a wobbly wedge to an EQ 6 to a PMX. I never regretted spending that money on the PMX because it's been great and looks fab too. I aim to get years of service from it.
If my Wife new how much money I have spent over the years I would be in deep deep doggy dooh! But as she says, I don't go out anywhere much and she always knows where I am!!
Graham
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