Thread: any difference between "80 ed" and "80 ed pro"
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Old 21-01-2007, 03:23 PM
UniPol
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Originally Posted by jcdundon View Post
I was just wondering from looking at different online stores. is there any difference between a "skywatcher 80 ed" and the "skywatcher 80 ed pro".

If so what is the major differences and is it worth getting the pro version
I have a Saxon 80 ED, Vixen 80 ED and a Skywatcher 80 ED Pro and apart from the paintwork and dewcap fitment, they appear identical and perform equally well. If you look at the Orion 80 ED, it also appears to be similar. The Saxon was only an OTA when I bought it and the 9 x 50 finder, tube rings and dovetail bar were fitted later. I see Bintel have the Skywatcher 80 ED Pro on special for $599 which is great value as it comes with the accessories listed above.

Cheers,

Steve B
Last edited by UniPol; 21-01-2007 at 04:45 PM.
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