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Old 25-04-2008, 09:53 PM
flearosie
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Barlow Advice

Hi everyone,I am only a beginner too (have had scope for over a year but just started to use it again).Can someone advise me when purchasing a Barlow lens,is there a particular brand that is recommended or is it strictly a price orientated exercise just like the other lenses?

I have an 8" Skywatcher Dobsonian with Plossl lenses.I do find that my eyes get tired quite quickly so wondered if the Barlow would help me out here also... I have 2 Super Plossls (10mm & 25mm)which came with the scope and a 40mm Plossl (Smart Astronomy/fully multi coated)branded. I presume that these are the 'cheap end' of the market lenses so would be very appreciative of some guidance in what 'not to buy'.

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