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My interest was helped along by Patrick Moore and I was given my first scope when I was 10 (I'm 58 now). A classic wobblescope. 15-60X zoom eyepiece and loads of CA. But, the stars were colourful!!!! Later on a Unitron 114 refractor, when Eric Witcombe owned Astro Optical. Still have it. Great lens, makes a good ultra telephoto for bird photography. The old 10" newt was bought in bits and pieces from Astro Optical in early 1980's. Still have that too, though in need of a rebuild. Astronomy was pushed into the background by home and family duties. But, just like a virus, astronomy doesn't let go that easily, and it's back!!!. Current scope is a 12" GSO dob and its a beaut scope, much easier to use than the old 10" EQ. This web site has been a great source of information and entertainment as well. I'm loving every minute of this renewed journey of discovery.
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