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Old 11-11-2018, 08:49 PM
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24 inch SDM scope ordered

Hi All,

Finally pulled the trigger and have begun the process of ordering my SDM scope. It will have a Carl Zambuto 24inch F/4 mirror.

Carl and Pete have been great to deal with. They have really gone out of there way to help me out.

It will be a bit of wait for the scope due to the mirror but I think it will be worth it

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Old 11-11-2018, 09:28 PM
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Hi All, .... SDM scope. It will have a Carl Zambuto 24inch F/4 mirror.


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You lucky Sod ....
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Old 11-11-2018, 09:35 PM
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Congrats Mel, it'll certainly take pride of place in your impressive stable of telescopes.
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Old 11-11-2018, 09:50 PM
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Impressive aperture. Hope it delivers awesome vistas!
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Old 11-11-2018, 10:02 PM
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You lucky Sod ....
Lol Col, you are always welcome to come down to Vic to have a look when its complete. It will be awhile untils its complete though.
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Old 11-11-2018, 10:05 PM
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Thanks Gaseous and Peter.

Its been a dream to always have an SDM scope with a Zambuto mirror.

I saw the recent 24 SDM scope delivered to South Australia which is exactly the one I want.
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Old 11-11-2018, 10:09 PM
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Congrats on the purchase!
You have a fair impressive collection so far but this will be the pinnacle
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Old 11-11-2018, 10:14 PM
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Sweet. Same focal length (ish) as my 50cm f5, which I find to be a most comfortable size for observing.

With a Zambuto mirror, you are guaranteed a stunning SDM!
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Old 11-11-2018, 10:38 PM
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Thanks Colin.

Hoping one day to be able to set up a public viewing location where everyone can try different scopes and eyepieces for free. Still a way to go
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Old 11-11-2018, 10:42 PM
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Sweet. Same focal length (ish) as my 50cm f5, which I find to be a most comfortable size for observing.

With a Zambuto mirror, you are guaranteed a stunning SDM!

Hey Astro,

I remember your convo, you only made me want to get an SDM quicker buddy. Thanks for the push

Yah, always wanted a Zambuto in doing my research. Carl has technically stopped doing mirrors larger than 20inches, I feel extremely lucky

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Old 12-11-2018, 12:30 PM
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Congratulations! Sounds spectacular.
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Old 12-11-2018, 12:55 PM
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Hi Scott,

Thanks for your post. I am really excited and looking forward towards the new scope.
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Old 12-11-2018, 04:19 PM
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Hi Mel, If you sell your signature list of gear you could buy a premium 30" Dob.
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Old 12-11-2018, 05:45 PM
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Hey Raymo,

So true. I am self confessed hoarder. Find it hard to let go of stuff.
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Old 12-11-2018, 07:19 PM
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Yeah would love one exactly the same too ...after what will be a long wait Mel, the views will surely make up for it, very envious...in a good way

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Old 12-11-2018, 07:32 PM
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Thanks Mike.

If you do go for a scope next time. Both Carl and Pete have been awesome to talk too.

It will be a long wait but worth it as you say

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Old 12-11-2018, 08:03 PM
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Thanks Mike.

If you do go for a scope next time. Both Carl and Pete have been awesome to talk too.

It will be a long wait but worth it as you say

M11
Yes my recent AP1600GTO (+ a couple'a accessories) mount purchase would have gone a big part of the way to grabbing me a lovely 20" F4 SDM with Zambuto mirror..... and I would love one ..aaah sigh...

Enjoy

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Old 12-11-2018, 10:27 PM
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Yes my recent AP1600GTO (+ a couple'a accessories) mount purchase would have gone a big part of the way to grabbing me a lovely 20" F4 SDM with Zambuto mirror..... and I would love one ..aaah sigh...

Enjoy

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Ahh yes, good old opportunity cost - it sucks

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Old 13-11-2018, 07:07 AM
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Congratulations Mel - it must be a life-changing experience to look through such beauty on a clear night with good seeing.
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Old 13-11-2018, 08:41 AM
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Hi Suavi,

Yep, I am really excited. Havent had a chance to look through a premium dob but other owners have described the experience, I reckon it will be an amazing experience.

That will be an awesome combo with an awesome scope with a clear night with good seeing.

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