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Originally Posted by Frostyricho
Well I think personally this is a good deal. I've looked at 8" dobsonians for $700 and this one is $450. Is this a good deal. It really disappoints me how i can't see that much. Can you possibly list the things I would be able to see. Through it. Would i be able to see star clusters. 
By the way my budget is Just $450. |
Hi FrostyRicho,
$700 for an 8" dob ????
10" dobs sell between $750 & $800
And they're around $450 - $500 second hand.
V.Mag on that list is "visual magnitude". As Steffen said, the 8" will be quite capable of mag. (magnitude) 9 objects. Especially from a dark site.
Take a look at an article I did-
Highlights of the Winter Sky - they are all within reach of an 8" dob. Grab the constellation Carina first as it's setting early.
All the best & have fun with your new toy.
