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Been lookig at one also, the reviews are slowly coming though on YouTube.
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Sad news indeed, i had the pleasure of using a large dobsonian he made and it was a beautiful telescope.
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My father got back into astronomy by purchasing the Vaonis Vespera. He can now sit in the comfort of his armchair while the telescope send the images to his iPad.
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Thanks to FLO for the excellent service in supplying a scope to my brother. It's a very nice telescope at a fantastic price, we have also ordered a camera for EAA. Very happy.
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I have seen it many times with scopes ranging from 12-22". I can see it most nights when the seeing is good. I have had quite a few h-beta filters but my Lumicon is my favorite.
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Lovely scope mate. I need to get myself a big dob again
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How convenient, or 'grab and go', is your setup?
mert replied to Mr Spock's topic in The Astro Lounge
Stunning setup. When I saw this image i immediately thought of Hector from the movie Saturn 3 😀 -
Ultra Compact Obsession Telescopes
mert replied to mert's topic in Discussions - Scopes / Whole setups
When I strip the scope I will upload some images of the entire kit. You can have the kit, I have no need for it anymore. I had a place a Loch Rannoch for 6 years and Glencoe for a year. I hope to move back eventually. I received the following from Serge at Nexus. In order to be able use Nexus DSC/Nexus/Nexus-II on your telescope you will need an encoder installation kit. Our encoder installation kit (with 10,000 steps encoders) for Obsession 18” UC is priced at US$280. Then you will need either Nexus DSC, Nexus-II or Nexus. The main difference between Nexus DSC and Nexus-II/Nexus is that Nexus DSC can be used standalone or with SkySafari while Nexus-II/Nexus requires SkySafari to operate. -
Very nice scope Garry.
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Ultra Compact Obsession Telescopes
mert replied to mert's topic in Discussions - Scopes / Whole setups
Had a pleasant session last night under decent skies with light cloud. I have decided to remove the Argo and Servo and upgrade to the Nexus equivalent. I feel the more advanced option and no need for a large battery will make transportation easier. The scope is a dream to move and is very smooth. I just need to get it up north to a more permanent location and away from the light polluted skies in Edinburgh. -
I have kept large dobs in a well ventilated shed or garage. Just check the mirror daily for condensation. Smaller dobs in a spare room.
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If the account was compromised the scammer may have changed all the contact info.
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The same scammers also target users on Amazon. You can find them as new sellers selling expensive items at a greatly reduced price.
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He has 100s of other listing on the same account. eBay are always very slow to respond. Edit: looks like they have been removed for now.
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Ultra Compact Obsession Telescopes
mert replied to mert's topic in Discussions - Scopes / Whole setups
Hoping to get a long session tonight. All ready to go. -
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I hope everyone on here reports the scammer to eBay.
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Ultra Compact Obsession Telescopes
mert replied to mert's topic in Discussions - Scopes / Whole setups
Just need to replenish my filter case now . 🤭 -
Ultra Compact Obsession Telescopes
mert replied to mert's topic in Discussions - Scopes / Whole setups
I have the 8mm and 13mm Ethos 😀 -
Ultra Compact Obsession Telescopes
mert replied to mert's topic in Discussions - Scopes / Whole setups
Thanks, the scope came with a Paracorr, but it may be the older version. That’s a very interesting alternative to the 21E, much cheaper and I found one in stock. I will order one. -
Ultra Compact Obsession Telescopes
mert replied to mert's topic in Discussions - Scopes / Whole setups
Thanks everyone . It’s a decent size and pretty easy to move around. Much easier to shift than my old 16” and the very large 22” I had. The optics are in excellent condition I made some minor adjustments to the ServoCat and Argo Navis. Just need a nice low power eyepiece to complete the setup. -
Ultra Compact Obsession Telescopes
mert replied to mert's topic in Discussions - Scopes / Whole setups
I picked up an 18” Obsession UC today. Good price and in VGC. Came with some Ethos eyepieces , mirrors recently recoated. Once this bad weather clears it will be given a workout. -
Skywatcher Dob questions
mert replied to ukskies's topic in Getting Started Equipment Help and Advice
It will be my fault also. I am picking up a big dob tomorrow. -
Skywatcher Dob questions
mert replied to ukskies's topic in Getting Started Equipment Help and Advice
Nice scope, I saw it on ABS. I had one a few years back and sold it on, I wish I had kept it.