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Originally Posted by rally
Alex,
Since you used the terms "decent refactor" and "imaging" - how about going for a second hand Takahashi refractor ?
Large flat fields and capable of larger format cameras and DSLRs and able to be upgraded with all sorts of options.
Their 100, 102, FSQ106mm refractors are bearable !
The TOA130mm would ideal !!
They make an ideal imaging platform and depending on your selection would ultimately give you better imaging potential.
Focal length is OK for your intended purpose, maybe get the appropriate 1.6x extender.
They will support eyepiece projection too (with the right adapter).
2" eyepieces can be used for great viewing
Food for thought.
Rally
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Rally that is not helpful
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that is what I really really want you see
and I always have thought images with same are fantastic..so crisp...it is strange I like them so much because I have never seen one up close.
Someone said recently get one and re sell it in a couple of years and the slight drop in price see as rent upon it..that makes a lot of sence to me.
Fortunately or unfortunately depending on the day I have no one to explain my actions to and the dogs dont care so long as they are fed... and happily money is not the problem it was when there is a lady in your life.
I like refractors and love my cheap 150mm but to get a great one I would need a mortgage $30k seems the area... my absolute favorite is the astro physics 150mm... I tried to put my name on their wiating list and they told me I needed to be a resident in the USA... I felt their marketing somewaht elitist ...but clever...tell someone they cant have something and they want it all the more..but not me..they put me right off.
Thanks for taking the time you could sell me one very easily.
alex