David,
What model were you interested in? Would this be your first scope? High
quality, small (4" or under) refractors are great for planetary viewing but
if your interest lies in observing anything else such as galaxies, planetary
nebula, etc, I think you may be disappointed. When purchasing a scope, the
larger the diameter in glass or main mirror that you can afford is best since
it equates to more light gathering ability. Power ratings are almost
pointless since you are limited to 200 power most of the time anyway due to
atmospheric turbulence. High quality, 4" or larger refractors are enormously
expensive especially with motor driven mounts. High quality mirror
Dobsonians up to 16" are more reasonable.
If any of the above info is old news to you, forgive me. The telescope
marketing game can lead to an expensive disappointment to the unaware.
Richard
On Saturday 14 February 2004 07:17 pm, you wrote:
> Richard:
>
> A Takahashi is one of my "to have" list, somewhere in time, hopefuly before
> my eyesight gives.
>
> David
>
> > David,
> >
> > LOL, that's a horrible idea but I guess I set myself up for that ribbing.
> > :) After doing some more digging I found another distributor that would
> > sell the mount for $85... getting a bit more reasonable. I originally
> > thought that $100 was a bit much for something I probably wouldn't use
> > very often... money better spent on a Zuiko 24 or 21mm. :) After further
> > thought, I agree with Chuck. It's probably best to get the factory
> > mount.
> >
> > Richard
>
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