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Originally Posted by jase
Comparing the differences between a 4k and 12k instrument can be the difference between night and day, no matter how much time and money you sink into getting the 4k instrument working. Its putting lipstick on a pig.
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This reminds me of the arguments of the Astro-Physics fanatics back home. For them it was Astro-Physics or nothing, no matter how much logic and reason was proffered. Yet I have to think that if Astro-Physics wasn't an American company, those same fanatics would have no interest in it.
At least 99% of their stance was based on patriotism and flag waving. Most of them never let their precious telescopes leave their den or dining room anyway. That is if they hadn't already sold it and made a profit before it was delivered to them.
For the record, in my opinion, there aren't many $12000 telescopes that are $8000 better than a $4000 telescope. There may be none that are $8000 better. Looks like some people don't think an $8000 brand sticker is overpriced, I guess.
But speaking for myself, I'd happily save that money and buy a "junky Chinese made clone", then slap a few upgrades on it. The end result is a telescope which performs as well as a dining room display model but for a lot less cost.