Hi guys,
I do not have my 10"dobson any more..
Yesterday morning, while moving the tube from one point of my front yard to another, to get the best place for taking some pictures of Mercury transit, I dropped it on the concrete floor (the tube was slippery due to some dew, and I never decided to fit the handles.... I think after this mishap it will be the first thing I will do),
Anyway, the primary mirror was damaged when the secondary hit its surface... I think it only needs re-coating (it was overdue anyway, I purchased it 25 years ago and only cleaned it 3 times).
Could anyone recommend someone who will do this job (and not charge arm and leg)? The mirror has SiO coating (I am aware this may be a problem, and that the mrror may have to be re-polished).
Thanks in advance.....