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Old 06-08-2009, 01:28 PM
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Originally Posted by mental4astro View Post

I've been tossing up the idea of an Argo Navis system for the reasons Rob points out for urban viewing. Since then I found that a 50mm finder, preferrably straight through correct image, and a pair of 50mm binoculars serve to overcome star hoping problems in city viewing, . I too enjoy the thrill of the hunt,. Then spend the cash on good EPs
I also use an 8x50 correct image right angle finder, a great tool for star-hopping. The red-dot finder that came with the scope was a joke. Good point about saving money for quality eyepieces.

Regards, Rob
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