I think either the Celestron 5/6/8 SE would be a great option, closely followed by the iOptron options which will probably be a little cheaper unless you can pick one up an SE 2nd hand. Either way I think you're on the right track.
Obviously purchasing locally is preferred, but if you can get a good deal by buying OS then go for it. Support in the form of IIS is at hand, and if something was really amiss you should be able to return it and get a refund.
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