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Old 05-03-2007, 03:28 PM
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Collimation tool advice needed

Hi, folks.

I want to buy a collimation tool for my newt and it seems from the threads that a cheshire tool is better than a laser collimator...I assume that to be the case but I am open to be corrected.

From the options which are available, which is the better to purchase? Here is a list of what I can get, but I need some advice from people who have used the various products.

York Optical (now the on-line people) has an unnamed one for $70.00.

Bintel has an Orion Collimating eyepiece for $69.00.

The myAstroShop has two: a "Quick collimation tool" for $45.00 and a SkyWatcher collimation tool for $68.00.

So, if anyone is prepared to put their recommendation on record, please feel free to do so. It will be much appreciated.

Cheers,

John
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