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Which Dob For Me? Collapsible or Full Tube?
My journey so far has taken me from a SCT to a Dob. What do I like about the Dob? Well for starters it's cheaper for the size of you can get, they set up quicker to view, they are very popular and many people have them, so basically you get more bang for your buck.
OK then, now I've reached the stage of the journey where I've narrowed it down to a 14" Skywatcher or 16" GSO. I know my wife is picturing a small telescope on a tripod, she is going to freak out when one day she walks into the back yard and sees what will look like a canon.
Anyway, although I mentioned SW/GSO will be good, I'm getting another thought as to which way shall I go - Collapsible or full tube?
What are the pros & cons on both?
I have a feeling that the full tube is better and for some strange reason (mind you I know nothing about telescopes) it will require less maintenance.
There are two things that put me in favour of the full tube over the collapsible and that is it will require less collimation and less dust gather? Is this true people? I know the disadvantage of a full tube is that it will be heavier and storage/transportation may be a worry but I think I OK wiith that.
What are you thoughts people, Full or Collapsible, 14" SW or 16"GSO?
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