Thanks again for the heads up guys
. I actually went to a a scope shop today, had a look at some and spoke with the salesman. Everything points towards a reflector, apature, price. I did get a shock of the size and weight. I think a 10" is probably going to be too big to be realistically useable, for what I want anyway. I think an 8" will suit me better. I got a price for an 8" skywatcher on an eq5, 10 and 25mm eyepieces, $1000. Does that sound reasonable to you guys? I think I can get one slightly cheaper in Sydney, but need to travel or have it posted. I almost bought it, but reconsidered. It would be nice to be looking through it now
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Pete