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Old 26-09-2006, 02:38 PM
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Henri, I have an SCT, two refractors and use a Newtonian and enjoy using each of them. For portability and maximum magnification with good light gathering, then an SCT appeals to me. For widefield, stupendous viewing I like the shorter focal length newt, but they can hold their own for planetary viewing.

I'm definately leaning towards a Dob to get started, simply for bang for the buck and simplicity to get started. But having said that I've never owned a dob (though I do get to use one regularly).

Definately try to get to another viewing night.
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