[Clancy Lane (Phil)]

Ray,

I have owned both the Orion and Sky watcher versions of this wonderful scope and absolutely agree with your assessment.

The views were amazing compared to my 10" and 12" Newts and even though my Meade 127 Apo gave crisp, clear views, the Mak-newt left it for dead.

Viewing was even better using WO binoviewers!

Imaging thru these scopes, even with the stock focuser but utilising an electric focuser, was also excellent.

Both scopes were reluctantly sold due to my advancing years and declining health.

I now use a TSA120 but miss the versitality of the Mak Newt configuration.

cheers,

Phil