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Originally Posted by glend
There is a big difference between how much you have and how Much you actually use. A scope in a box under a bed is not doing anyone any good.
Imaging has complicated requirements, where differing focal lengths and field of view can be argued for, but it can also serve as an excuse for hording.
Be a minimalist if you can, and make sure equivalent amounts are spent on your spouse's hobbies. Of course if your single, line the hallway with scopes if it makes you happy, but eventually you, or your next of kin, will be selling them for whatever they can get, or taking them to the tip.
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I am a self declared Astro Hoarder. I buy stuff that I have rarely used or have not used at all. The gonna, wanna, never happened scenario. I have four scopes and only one gets used .. purely for visual. I always say I will get into Astrophotography .. having purchased all the gear required but never done anything more. Conveniently I blame my urban location .. but that is just an excuse. I am fortunate .. or maybe not .. as I don't have to justify my purchases to anyone. Also .. I have never suffered buyers remorse for the stuff I have bought.