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Old 04-09-2006, 12:02 PM
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Originally Posted by rusty
1) are the more expensive dobs (Celestron, Orion, Meade) really that much better than the cheaper ones (Bintel, Sky Watcher, etc) and

2) if i was looking to spend $1000 or less on a 250mm Dob is there a brand that stands out in terms of value for money or is it really a matter of personal choice (ie: they are all pretty much the same quality at this price).

Thanks in advance.
1> thye share optics mostly as steve mentioned, so you are paying for a name and sometimes a few odds and ends.

2> go a GSO from bintel or andrews comunications (a bit less $$ for them) and get some accessories to go with it
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