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Old 28-12-2008, 08:52 PM
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Purchasing Dob this week - need your advice!

Guys,

I need your help!

I am getting either the 10" or 12" Skywatcher Dob tomorrow from York Optical here in Sydney (if I get the 10" I may even go for the truss). I'll be getting the IIS discount on whatever I purchase. Anything else I should know? Should I insist on an unopened box? Anything I should check for? Warranties, etc?

Also, I know I need a collimator - can you recommend one from their list? http://www.yorkoptical.com.au/Produc...%2cProductName

I had my heart set on the GSO laser collimator (http://www.agenaastro.com/GSO-Newton...alc-gs-nla.htm) which is being sold for $59 by Andrews - who only open back up on January 12! Should I wait, or should I go for the Saxon branded one that York is selling?

Also, Barlows: any recommendation? Anything I should get from York? I'd like to get only good quality pieces that'll last a while.

Cheers
- DSB
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