Dantooine

Thanks for the information on the rings. I had thought about them clamping the barrels, also about the rings slipping up the barrel as the ring contacts the diagonal and making contact with my prism, a big worry as the baader has no stop ridge. if I don’t like what I see the rubber rings will go on instead. I do want the extension barrels though as they are only ever being used in 2 inch. Another reason is the bring the word weights up on these to so they are closer to the 13 & 4.7 for balance. I have also thoughts about putting the extenders on a lathe (Hence the tv instead of the baader rings) and making them exactly the same length as where the 1.25 barrels end. There seems to be no manufacturer that makes the perfect fitting extenders.

I know the focuser will be fine But sometimes I’m going back and forth between the 13 & 8 or the 6 & 4.7 as the magnification difference In ep’s is closer In my telescope. I still forget which way to wind in the excitement 😁

You are welcome. I do exacty the same, After some of the days I’ve had this year it’s a good escape. I just wish I didn’t have to get up so early. Good that is dark at a reasonable time now though. Hope you are enjoying your 102f7, I know I am enjoying mine.

The idea of looking at the sun through a telescope frightens me 😱

Ive just ordered 2 tv barrel extenders from widescreen centre and 2 parfocal rings from 365. I’m hoping to get my 6 & 8 ethos focal points near to my 13e. Have I done the right thing? Will it work? Winding the focuser back and forth going to wear it out 😬

Victor, you’ve been busy. Setting up, taking the data and then video editing. It’s obvious that you really love this hobby. I only wish I could spend more time on it. Keep up the good work and enjoy 😉

I think if I didn’t have 13E I would be chasing one of those. Would like to try one out though.

Wow.. ultimate. I think most people would be happy to take that out for a spin. Congratulations 🥳

Malt 🙂

Mars Was just too wobbly an hour ago. I can’t seem to get the decent views I had September 21st. Maybe that was my night, you never really know until it’s past. Anyone else think they’ve had their best shot ?

Sleeping bag with arm holes cut out.

Fingers crossed 🤞? can you actually cross your fingers in those 🙂

That’s pretty good. The Es extender is close to the Powermates from what I’ve read. I think I would see floaters crawling around on mars at that point 😂

Best I had was in September with my 4.7 giving 152x, that was good. I think it takes a special night to get to the magnification you had. Amazing what can be done with these telescopes on the right night. Well done 👍

What eyepieces was you using?

The phone idea is one I have thought about but I ended up just using a RDF. So Far I’ve found this good to use on its own.

I’ve seen 5 people get this telescope on here in the last few months. All of them have been very happy with it. One much preferred it over his dob and has posted very detailed observations and has pushed it to its limits. The list of his observations has blown me away in the very short time he’s had it (jealousy). I’ve a friend who bought the 80mm version, he does the photos stuff, not my thing at all but has shown me some amazing pictures. The quality and build is just something that will not disappoint. I’ve spend heavily on diagonal, eyepieces and mount for this telescope and truly love it.

Definitely.

Mirrors are for the bathroom wall 🤣

I’ve noticed quite a few people are starting to buy these over the last few months. Every time I see another I have a grin to myself 😌 I think the opportunity of quick setup sessions Mid week on work days is helping this along. Observation and a decent nights sleep is for me a good solution.

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Yessssss.. this telescope is getting quite a following. Welcome to the club. 👍

Ah.. now I can be really honest. The ed-r is fantastic. Didn’t know which one you were getting and didn’t want to praise it to highly just in case you were getting the normal Ed. The Ed-r is a little beast 👍

My Altair is the same size but it’s the Ed-r version. Lots of people find refractors easier to use than reflectors (dobs etc), I am definitely one of these people 😁 The F7 is a good compromise as an all rounder. I like the size and ease of being able to set up quick As I find I can get out more often this way. I only do visual and this means I can set up and cool the telescope, have some observation and still get a decent nights sleep. I much prefer seeing things the right way up and I only use a red dot finder so it’s point and shoot. it’s nice having the fine focus and this telescope can sit on a modest weight mount as it’s not too heavy. I think this type and size of scope has got quite a good following, it’s the only one I have now but as you will soon become aware this is a very addictive hobby and can empty a bank account quickly if you’re not careful. I think it’s a good choice for the things you want to look at rather than a different setup for each. A 4 inch telescope will keep you busy for a very long time, especially if you’ve a friend with a dob to peep through without having to own one. Have fun choosing your eyepieces, it’s Interesting reading reviews and doing all the research 👍

Hi Nice choice of telescope, I have an Altair this size. Your budget needs mentioning so you can be pointed in the right direction. I started with Explore Scientific 24mm 68 deg gives about 30x. 14mm 82 degrees about 51x. 8.8mm 82 deg about 81x. 6.7mm 82 deg about 106x. 4.7mm 82 deg gives 152x. The 24 would have good eye relief but the others would be tight with glasses. I’ve listed them so you can get an idea of the magnification at these focal lengths for this telescope. Cheaper alternatives at these focal lengths are numerous. Hope this helps.