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Old 20-01-2012, 10:47 PM
gb_astro
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Hi Stefen.

I would recommend the minimalist approach and start with just the scope and collimator.

That way you can test your initial enthusiasm without spending too much.

A scope of that size probably does not need a moon filter or those coloured filters either. They just block too much light.

Also I would not recommend the Eyepiece Kit.
With 130SLT's short 650mm focal length I think the extra eyepieces in the kit would be wasted.
There is just not enough difference in magnification between each one to justify having so many. The kit is quite expensive too.

The Celestron 130SLT comes with a 9mm and 25mm eyepiece.
The barlow might be a good idea if you are happy with the eye relief of the 9mm. Otherwise a good quality 5mm, or so.

gb.
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