Thanks for your feedback Ed, I have a CGX on my shopping list written in ink, so its not if but when
I am now researching Short tube refractor's and have narrowed it down to either the William Optics GT81 with dedicated flattener or the Skywatcher 80ED Esprit. The Esprit is looking promising as it comes with the flattener and a really great case. The price is right as well.
Anyway, I'm sure the Minister of War & Peace will come around (Flowers)
Cheers Ivan...