LukeSkywatcher

Kind of astro related because its fake grass (Astro turf) if you like. Wasn't the postman though.

"Yes it’s no APO but it is still a nice well,built scope with decent optics and very well priced." Agreed.

Mine didnt have one.

Beautiful looking scope. I might just get me one of those. LOL. You are right about CA in this scope being almost non-existent. Whats the name plate you mentioned?. Is it the silver bar on the dovetail?. I removed it so the scope would mount on AZ5.

When my Bresser ar 102 xs grows up, it wants to be just like this.

I know the camera adds 10 Lbs, but this EP looks like a MONSTER.

Naff all. My Moon light was shown as delivered on Friday. No sign of it, so i have gotten a refund. I was thinking of ordering a wifi security camera (to keep an eye on deliveries, but that might go AWOL also).

I really do want to. Not sure just yet about spending 2-3K. I would only want a basic model for browsing and general every day non heavy use. Suggestions

No cardboard boxes today for me. Im expecting a 3D printed Moon light. Something like this:

An Alienware Lappy is next on my list.

Specs?.

Shame the Quark is a different shade of burnt orange. Im knit picking. If i ever get to go abroad again, i'm thinking my new Bresser ar102 xs/Az5 mount and tripod combo will be a good travel buddy.

I honestly think that's the sexiest scope ive ever seen.

Strathspey 10x50 bins is all i ever take on holidays.

If i like the view, its a keeper. I couldnt care less about the tech side of things.

Have a Continuum filter. Ill let you all know how it performs day and night (the scope......not the continuum).

Not expecting anything really. Simply because i am not technically minded. I just read so much about ED glass and scopes.......it has to be a good thing. The scope will be mainly for Ha.

When I bought the scope, it said Moon map included. Instead I got a little planisphere about yay big. I think it works off of Hours,mins and degrees and declination etc........so i aint got a clue how to use it.

Not sure why i'm so excited about a 102 mm scope when i own a 130 mm mini Dob and a 200 mm Go-To SCT. Guess i'm old school. Its not all about aperture...........its about the view.Hell, i don't even know what ED glass is, but i know i've always wanted an ED scope. Seriously thinking of selling the 8se on the Irish market (for collection only). Downsizing my house was the best thing i ever did, so why shouldnt the same rule apply to scopes. Still have my Heritage 130P (that's a keeper), and my 90 mm (1000 mm FL) refrac may get resurrected. The AZ5 could be a good way to go for the 90 mm. I'll have to try it. Love that scope. Its an absolute planet killer (amazing views of planets). Been observing for nearly 40 yrs............... I think ive just come of age (astro wise). Im now sure, that like many others...............im a refrac (and bins) kind of person. This is one of the many things i love about SGL: (ok 3 things) Fountain of knowledge, honesty and nobody is above anyone else. I now feel like i have a quality scope/tripod/mount at a very good price (about 600 euros). My 1st scope, 90mm EQ back in 2007 cost me about 450 euros.

Woohoo... More cardboard boxes. Scope looks and feels brilliant. Its a hefty little guy. Diag and finder are naff (wont be using those.........never have used either a RDF or finder). 26mm superwide EP seems at a glance to be pretty good (60 degrees FOV and almost 20mm eye relief). The two adapters i am not sure what they are for, but one of them (if not both) have a T-thread, so thats for attaching camera to scope. Not liking the red stripe around scope. I thought it was painted on but its only sticky tape. I might remove it and put Skywatcher green on to match my AZ5 mount. R&P focuser is smooth as a babies behind. The dust cap is great. It fits really snug and doesnt drop off if you look at it the wrong way (dont you hate that). Nice little carry bag and dovetail can be used as a handle. Great for me as a wheelchair user. I'd HATE to drop this baby.

Postman brought 2 Father's Day cards (yeah its news to me too). Waiting for DHL guy to bring something lovely. No, im not sat staring out the window. Honest. *Father's Day cards are from my Goddaughter*

Let's have a looksy:

AZ5 arrives Thursday. Scope on Friday. Bet its gonna snow all weekend.

Boaty Mc Boatface.

Its my favourite EP