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Hey guys sorry for the late reply, been busy with work.
Paul,
Yup I went down to the shops to check out the 22T4 as well as other EPs from TV. I've been spoiled with 24mm of eye relief with my current 36mm EP, and 20mm from my 17mm EP. The 22T4 was by far the most comfortable, it felt really good to look through it (Plus 80 Deg turned out to be plenty!). The Delos was also nice, but the Ethos was really bad IMHO. I find the Eye relief to be nowhere near as comfortable as the others, and for me thats a big deal. Hopefully Ill be going to a few star parties and check them out in action, but honestly considering the $$$ and the coma the Dob would give at the edges, not sure if the Ethos is worth it.
Malcom,
I think you hit the nail on the head. For casual observing (which really is enough for me) I do think the 10" would be better. I do have a slight lower back issue too, so that was something I always had against the 12". I dont plan on going to any dark sites and with imaging and clear nights in melbourne far and wide, the 10" should be more than enough. I think i'd rather just keep the $1000 and just save it!
Thanks alot guys for your help, its why I love IIS. Once I get the 10", might go with a 22T4 Nagler and get a 13mm Delos, but might just wait till I can see for myself at star parties before committing.
Clear Skies!
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