now i've gone and done it.....
Tak FS-102NSV ordered

i'm really looking forward to it too. sounds like a fantastic scope.
it will come with the Tak 7x50 finder, clamshell, 1.25" diagonal and 2" extension tube which im happy with as i was expecting the OTA only.
i guess i'll be needing the flattener too at some stage
that makes me all the bit more confident in my choice too Chris, thanks