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Old 03-09-2007, 01:34 AM
PeteMo (Pete)
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Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Chelmsford, UK
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Got SkyWatcher 10" but are my eyes shot?

Hi All
Just wanted to let you all know that I've finally managed to get the 10" SkyWatcher Dob that a few of you recommended several months ago. It's an awesome view as the extra 2" of aperture over my old 8" Optex is certainly noticeable, but more subtle. I can now see 5 cloud bands on Jupe. So will compile a quick review over the next few days.

One thing that has me puzzled. I have Kasai Konig 32mm and Hyperion 8mm eyepieces, but I didn't notice, or wasn't aware of any distortion or loss of sharpness at the edges that more seasoned observers report. Is my eyesight shot or am I just fortunate not to notice? I wear glasses, but when observing take them off and use the focuser to correct for my short sightedness.
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