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Hi,
thanks for the replies.
Seeker, the link you supplied was informative and sobering.
I had hoped to enter the astrophotography world via a camera piggybacked on a short tube refractor and EQ3 or EQ5 mount - this looks doubtable.
So a rethink is in order (a political u-turn).
The 10 inch premium Dob from Andrews looks the best buy in terms of aperture versus portability.
A few questions arise though!
1. A few years ago I bought the same scope from Bintel (didn't use it much, and sold it due to an interstate move soon after). It arrived perfectly collimated with the rear tin plate removed to allow the mirror to cool I suppose. Can I expect the same service from Andrews?
How easy would it be to remove the tin plate myself - has anyone done this?
2.Is the premium version (Crayford) worth the extra cash?
The R+P focuser on the Bintel 10 inch seemed OK.
Cheers for any feedback in advance.
Doug
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