Firstly, sorry for the post necromancy but I had to share.
I finally bought a telescope. I've been hunting around the used section for a few months and almost bought a scope a few times but held off. I came close to buying various OTAs and a Skywatcher GOTO mount but fear of the extra hidden costs stopped me.
I finally ended up forfilling my budget of under $1000.
I got a Meade LT 6" SC for $965 AU shipped via UPS. I was so close to buying an 8" goto Dob, even called for stock once but never got around to buy it, I feel like I was dragging my feet cause deep down, I knew it was not what I wanted. I feel like I've made a good choice for me, lord knows I thought about it for long enough... It's under $1000 so no duty or GST issues as well.
I think the Meade will be good, I am super excited so I had to share.
Now comes the search for accessories!
