Imp_Perfect

There is something about Frac's isn't there?  For me they bring back many memories of when I started out.  I have a Prinz frac from my youngster days  but it is damaged so not usable...  May get another one day if I can simply because they make me happy.

There is this and although its not a Newt it would have to be Dob mounted if you wanted it on your patio http://www.firstlightoptics.com/clearance/hubble-cassegrain-reflector-telescope.html

Alan

Looks a bit second hand Can I get it delivered?

Ha ha ha  

I want to try exo-planet imaging,  now where can I buy a Webb Space telescope for a fiver and a pack of hobnobs

No need to say sorry Swamp Thing I am not offended.  I have only ever had a Newtonian or a refractor.  Unless I can get one that has a great light capture for the immediate future  I am shafted.  A dob would do that, but I don't have the money for a half decent imaging scope as well.  I was hoping I could combine the two. That way I could sit safe and warm in a brightly lit room staring at the computer from a range of 2 inches while the scope did the work outside.

 There are no drawbacks to a dob. Who cares about imaging?

Sadly  I do now as normal viewing is likely to be a thing of the past for me soon.

Never had a Dob  what are the drawbacks?  And how good are they for imaging?

Thank you Brantuk. Good advice.

(Actually it is what I do now, I was just looking to be lazy...as usual. )

SGL is one of the sites I have as a favourite on my computer links. It is friendly and informative. (Actually it sounds a lot like the folks who are into astronomy. Not yet met a sarcastic or snidey person in all the time I have been doing this. A great site for great people.

Now I have said nice things, who has a 60" Dob to GIVE to me?

PS I would like a print function at the top of the page so I can get a hard copy of some of the invaluable advice that is offered.

Ant's post about Abbreviations for example.

I have quite a few pairs, but like most folks my 10 x 50 get the most use. (Zeiss Jena)