Hi All,
I have had my Mewlon 300 for a number of years now and it has been an absolute outstanding scope both optically and mechanically.
However with the construction of a permanent observatory at my dark site property I am considering other options.
I am not really interested in Astrophotography and I have both TOA150 and TSA120 if I need for that purpose.
What I am thinking ..... and please tell me if I have lost my mind...... is a custom Newtonian that will provide the following general outcomes:
- Optics of Higher Quality than Takahashis Mewlon 300
- Wider Field Views than Mewlon 300
- Excellent Mechanical Build equal to or Superior to Mewlon 300
- Fixed Primary Mirror Cell
- Excellent Quality Focuser with fine focus
- Minimum of 14inch Mirror
I love my EM400 mount and do not wish to change from that mount so whatever alternatives I look at should be mountable on the EM400.
I would appreciate any suggestion and comments especially suggestions on current mirror makers & custom builders as I don't think I have enough time to build this myself.
Of course my Excellent Mewlon 300 will come up for sale if this project/idea can proceed as envisioned so someone after a Mewlon 300 in pristine condition should feel free to contact me via PM to discuss.
Cheers