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Originally Posted by Bobj
I'm in the process of reading up on the various eyepieces..........and thinking up an excuse to beg....er....ask the boss for the 10" dob.  |
Bob, if you are new to telescopes of the size you have chosen I'd recommend that you take the eyepieces offered with the 'scope you buy. These days most of them are quite acceptable and to fork out the necessary extra dosh to purchase premium units prior to checking out the capabilities of the basic unit could lead to disappointment.
Learn about your 'scope before you spend any money over and above the basics. If you insist on spending more then buy a collimating instrument, a sky chart and/or a red illumination light of some description.
Whatever you do don't expect miracles. Whatever you do or spend you are not going to see the incredible images that are posted here and elsewhere in glorious colour, most of which will be captured over minutes or hours (even with the latest imaging equipment).
I don't think you will be disappointed with a 10". There are many here who will help out with the inevitable questions.
Good luck.