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Originally Posted by mura_gadi
Just had a little history brief...
“These lenses were also used in the Samos satellite program and a modified version of these optics were later used in the lunar mapping programs. Designed by Dr. James Gilbert Baker, very few were made and they are one of the best optical systems ever manufactured. This one is #8. The lens overall dimensions: :21″ x 21″ x 35″ the weight over 200 pounds.”
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Thanks for the info Steve. It's a real beast for sure at 200 pounds !! The part of it that I have, the front element, is a respectable chunk of that at ~24 pounds.
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JA