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Old 06-02-2015, 11:22 PM
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Hi everyone,

New guy here from Perth WA.
Looking forward to learning loads from the forums.

Currently have a Celestron Astromaster 70AZ which has done me ok but really looking to upgrade now. Looking for something more portable than a dob so have really shortlisted the following two so far. I know both will be a big improvement over what I have now.

Any comments on either scopes more than welcome please

Skywatcher 120mmx600mm Refractor AZ3 SW120

Skywatcher 6" Reflector EQ3
hi trevor,

welcome

i can't comment much on the refractor but i still reckon that an 8" dob is nearly on par with an equatorially mounted 6" reflector ... and easier to look through. this is especially the case if its collapsible - but that depends really on exactly how much space you have and how able you are to move things around. definitely recommend checking out scopes at stores or star parties to get a good idea.

Cheers

Rusty
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