Hi Mick,
Not really sure if i fit into this one. However i've just purchased a skywatcher SW1200 (150x1200) refractor off a fellow ice member.
I own a 12" Dob.
This latest investment is for use in Weipa where i work,Supposedly 4 weeks on 1 week off (LMAO).
In a couple of weeks i'll buy a HEQPRO5 to mount it on.
Planetary and lunar work mainly but who knows?
I guess yes it is certainly more portable but it is still a big scope in that this one is a refractor. I cant wait to see how it compares to the 12" mirror.Anyway a few more weeks till i find out i guess. Lovely clear skies up here during the dry season and best of all a BALMY 22Degrees C. overnight,LOL.
Cheers,
Duncan
