[cjmarsh81]

Howdy all.

I am new to Astronomy. I have never used an astronomical telescope before. I would like to get into the hobby as it really interests me.

My question is which telescope to get. I have read reviews on the internet to get a dobsonian as a first telescope and move up from there. I would prefer to go straight out and buy a skywatcher 200mm telescope with the appropriate lenses and filters.

Starting out I would like to view the moon and planets and progress later to stars/nebulae etc.

What lenses do I need? For you regulars out there what do you use? Reflector/Refractor/cassegrain? What will give me the best performance for the price. I am looking at spending around $1500 on a telescope/accessories. What do you suggest?

All help will be appreciated!