Thanks
[1ponders].
I'll say this now, so hopefully you can all steer me in the right direction.
I'm thinking of getting a dobsonian, but I want something that I won't need to replace anytime soon. By that I mean that it should satisfy my needs when I become a bit more of a pro. MUCH later as well, I think I will get into astrophotography, so that would be another thing to consider. I believe an equatorial mount is the way to go?
I've been looking at the GSO and Bintel 12" dobs, and just seeking more opinions and guidance. I won't be purchasing anything for several months, so this should give me adequate time to prepare myself for such a purchase. Also if you could enlighten me on good accessories such as eyepieces and barlow lenses, that would be tip-top
Also, I wouldn't mind being able to view both DSO's and planets, but DSO seems the way to go, if that has any bearing on choices of telescopes.
Cheers!