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Old 23-05-2007, 08:26 PM
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jjjnettie (Jeanette)
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A 6" or 8" Dob is an excellent choice for a Family Telescope.
They have a low centre of gravity so it won't get knocked over easily by enthusiatic children and the mount is simple to operate.

I love my Dob.
So do my kids.
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