Hi guys.
I'm bitten. After viewing through Robby's 16mm Nagler Type 2 over the weekend when we went galaxy hunting, I love it.. the wide field of view, stars crisp to the edge, good contrast..
So, I want it.. well, one like it. I was going to hide it so he went home without it, but in the end I gave it back to him
I'm after an eyepiece for use in an 1250mm FL F/5 10" dob.
Primary use would be for DSO work - galaxies, globs and planetary nebs, smaller open clusters.
So i'm guessing something in the range of 13mm - 17mm with a wide field, would be the best magnification in my 1250mm FL scope (mag around 96x - 73x).
Firstly, would you agree that an eyepiece of that focal length would be best?
Secondly, what eyepiece would you recommend?
Thirdly, it's unlikely i'll be able to afford something new - so a second hand purchase is most likely.
I've seen some Nag 16 type 5 on sale at astromart for around $300, i'm not sure if that's a good price or not.
I'm interesting in replies from the guys who use or have used these type of eyepieces for DSO's..
Thanks!