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Fahim back in about 1977 I built an 8" Newt and for that time was 'big'. I then built a GEM out of car axles and bits of steel. Ken has it now. I spent many nights doing astrophotography with hypered film and manual guiding. If I got one good image a night things were going well.
It is all about priorities and what you want to achieve. What I have now is light years away from thirty years ago.
Rather than look at the cost it is better to evaluate any purchase on real need. In other words, do I really need it and will I use it regularly.
I have managed to get by on 'cheaper' equipment by modifying it. It is not a competition who has the biggest and best. It is about using and enjoying what you have. I have also passed on a lot of bits that I no longer used or needed to others.
I am retired and can indulge far more than someone who is still has more pressing priorities.
Bang for buck the equipment today is far better value than five years ago let alone thirty years ago.
Success does not happen overnight it takes time and dedication and constant learning. Money is only one limit.
Bert
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