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Old 17-07-2011, 02:39 PM
Forgey (Paula)
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10" GSO limited/deluxe or 10" Saxon dob

Ok a few questions,
Which one is better?

Been reading and cant make a decision lol

Guan Sheng 10" f/5 Limited Dobsonian telescope!
First grade 10" (250mm x 1250mm) Dobsonian reflector with truly outstanding 1/12 surface wave BK7 mirror, 2" focuser and 2" to 1.25" adaptor. Unbeatable value!!
Resolving power; 0.49 arc second.
Limiting magnitude; 14.5.
Limited version includes a 8 x 50 finderscope, 2" rack and pinion focuser with a 2" to 1.25" adaptor and Premium GSO 9mm and 25mm 1.25" Plossl eyepieces. Yes, it's optically the same as GSO's Deluxe, Super Deluxe and Adjustable Super Deluxe models. Limited stock - first come, first served! $499



or



Deluxe version includes a 8 x 50 finderscope, 2" Crayford style single speed focuser with a 2" to 1.25" adaptor and Premium GSO 9mm and 25mm 1.25" Plossl eyepieces. $549



or



Saxon Dob 10 - 254mm (10 inch) Reflecting telescope system $690



Product Description

AUSTRALIA'S FAVOURTITE 10 inch TELESCOPE IS BACK IN STOCK !!

Globally recognised Premium Saxon Quality

UPGRADED - "Higher Spec Model"


UPGRADED 254mm (10 inch) aperture Newtonian, 1200mm Focal length, plus ULTRA EASY to USE Dobsonian mount

UPGRADED Ultra smooth Crayford focuser (ultra smooth operation)


UPGRADED Premium "Plossl" eyepieces (CORRECT SIZE - 25mm & 10mm)


WHY UPGRADED MODEL - This is a QUALITY Deep Space telescope, without the upgrades it's performance is significantly reduced


plus ULTRA EASY to USE Dobsonian mount


Ultra smooth Crayford focuser (ultra smooth operation)


High capability Deep Space telescope


Specifications


• Aperture 254mm

• Focal ratio f4.7
• Focal length 1200mm
• Premium parabolic primary mirror 254mm
• Premium quality optical capability
• Mount type - Ultra easy to use high quality Dobsonian mount
• Eyepieces - UPGRADED Premium quality Plossl 25mm & 10mm full sized (1.25 inch/ 31.7mm) interchangeable eyepieces
• Premium UPGRADED Crayford focuser - 2 inch, including 1.25 inch adaptor
• Finderscope - UPGRADED 9 X 50mm (Large size)

High Quality

• High magnification capability
• Robust & durable system design

Premium components

• Extra heavy duty Dobsonian mount
• Very easy to assemble (tools included with system)
• Large 50mm size finderscope - enhanced deep space performance

Usability

• Easy to operate and find dozens of stellar objects
• Best value introductory/ intermediate capability telescope in Australia

Range of Accessories

• Additional eyepieces, Colour filters, Lunar filters, Camera adaptors

Total customer support

• Service centre is located in Melbourne

Highlights

• Outstanding value for a first telescope
• Introductory to Intermediate performance capability
• Exceptional value for money
• Ultra easy to use mount - easiest operation of any mount available
• Maximum performance per dollar spent you will get in ANY introductory to Intermediate capable telescope
• Made by global leading brand Saxon

INCLUDING FACTORY BACKED 3 YEAR WARRANTY


ULTRA SPECIAL SHORT TERM PRICE





OK now the saxon comes with Crayford and is a local store for me and the GSO with or without crayford will cost $60 for delivery
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Ive heard that saxon is better quality, Price is not really an issue but would like to keep it as low as possible.

Hubby is a bit worried about mirrors on the GSO.
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