Hi all,
Unfortunately, I'm leaving the country and really need money to make the move. I really don't want to but I have to part ways with my beloved astrophotography setup, it's just too bulky to bring with me
MOUNT SOLD
Equipment for sale:
SharpStar HNT 150 F/2.8
This is a FAST carbon-fiber hyperbolic F/2.8 Newtonian that is corrected for Full-frame, made in the style of the Takahashi Epsilon series, albeit much more reasonably priced! (
https://www.testar.com.au/products/sharpstar-15028hnt)
I bought this brand new just 3 years ago from Testar. It has been very well loved and cared for its whole life. It comes in the original box with all of the accessories at the original purchase including a pre-installed corrector, custom tube rings and losmandy plate, guide scope holder and custom hard carrying case. It only has one small cosmetic mark on the outside of the tube, and slight dust on the primary otherwise perfect condition. It isn't the easiest thing to collimate but after sorting that out, it holds for months and performs exceptionally well (see image analysis images). This has been an absolute dream scope to use and I really hate to see it go!
I have attached two images analyzing the corner performance and FWHM and eccentricity.
ZWO EAF with hand controller and temp sensor
This is already installed on the scope, if you want I can leave it on for you for an additional small price otherwise I will remove it and keep it if you don't want it. Bought a brand new 2 years ago. Comes with a power supply, USB cable, hand controller and temperature sensor all in the original box.
Collimation Gear
Perfect tools for guaranteeing ideal collimation: Farpoint 2" kit, Ocal electronic collimator, Astrosystems autocollimator, TS-Optics Concenter 2″ secondary eyepiece.
Camera, auto guider, filters NOT for sale
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ASKING PRICES
SharpStar =
$3000 (New = $3900)
SharpStar + ZWO EAF =
$3200 (New = $4300)
All Collimation gear =
$500 (New = $1000) - or choose which you want
THE LOT =
$3600 (NEW VALUE = $5300!)
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Pick up/drop off in Victoria only!
Feel free to ask me any question and of course, inspections are welcome.
Thanks,
Stefan