[astrobayan (Bayan)]

Hi all, I will be purchasing my first scope in a few days and I have narrowed my choice down to 2 scopes;

Skywatcher Black Diamond FLEX-DOB 10" for $749 from andrewscom
and
Guan Sheng GS-980 12" ASDX for $849 from andrewscom


Primary use will be observing stars/nebula and might have a look at some planets every now and then. It doesn't really matter if it is collapsible or not.

I do like the extra 2" on Guan Sheng but I am not familiar with telescope makers and their reputation for making quality scopes, which of the two should I choose?

Thanks in advance