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Old 29-04-2016, 02:32 PM
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my first scope was a 6" newt on an equatorial mount. I used that for visual for years and years.

now with experience I will always recommend an 8" dob over anything remotely similar. that extra aperture somehow goes over a threshold of visual viewing that makes it all sing. yes a 6" is ok and will keep you happy for a bit but 8" will go the distance. when you stand next to them there really isn't much difference.
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