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Hi GB,
I think you articulated my thoughts on the Ethos very well. Looking dead centre and close to the eye lens certainly describes the visual feeling and yes, there is certainly more than looking for the edge of the field. For me, with the addition of the Dioptrx, no more glasses!
The mount I am using is the Vixen Porta mount. I am not familiar with the one Bintel sells however I imagine that it is similar in construction. The Porta mount is the best investment I ever made and is the most used piece of astronomical equipment I have ever owned. In tandem with the right angle dovetail mounting plate, just about any small scope and binoculars can be attached easily. I regularly attach my PST, Solarmax40, ED80, Tak Sky-90, Tak FS-60C, WO Z66, 20 X 80 binoculars and various cameras. It is so quick and simple to use and is light yet sturdy. With the addition of flexible cables for Alt/Az it is much improved. The second best investment I made was the viewing chair from Bintel. This and the Porta mount make life so much more pleasurable and that is what amateur astronomy is all about.
Cheers,
Steve B
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