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The threads in the centre of the dovetail bar (first picture) are definitely 1/4-20 UNC. I've used them to attach my camera to it. It's the bolts in the second image I'm concerned for. I'm not sure if they also are 1/4-20 UNC or M6. The holes at the end of the dovetail aren't threaded. I've emailed FLO, I'm sure they'll know the answer. Probably been asked a thousand times. I don't have the scope at hand to try any bolts as the Scope I received today is boxed up ready to go back. (Damaged item) I just want to get the bolts ready for when the replacement arrives so I can attach the second dovetail. Thanks for all the replies guys. Appreciated. If anyone knows the answer for sure, shout it out

Hi Can someone tell me which bolts are needed to fit a second dovetail to the top of a Skywatcher 130PDS. I have a second dovetail which has 4 smaller Allen bolts in the ends but what size are the ones in the middle that attach the to the tube ring. From what I can fathom they are M6 bolts but I want to make sure I get the correct ones/size etc. Hope the image helps explain it. TIA

Me too but I wasn't sure on this one.

I wasn't sure about it effecting the optical performance which is why I asked. I assume bigger dents would if they go in and obscure the mirror any. This is all new to me though, my first scope. At least it won't cost me anything except time. I can wait another week. I've been waiting over a month already to get one of these. Strangely, he did say that it was checked over by someone there before it was shipped to me. Maybe they didn't repackage it as good as Skywatcher did originally. The person I'm dealing with is going to personally check the next one before he ships it to me.

Quick and easy couple of emails. A replacement is being sorted for me. 👍

Yeah it was. They got it on Monday, labelled it and sent it straight out to me. They've been really helpful in the past for me so hopefully it'll get sorted. A bit disappointing but I can't use it at the minute anyway with this rubbish weather. 😂

APM-Telescopes in Germany. I can't fault them, they've been great. Sadly, this left the Skywatcher factory looking like this. Further inspection found another dent under the dovetail. I've emailed the supplier now, see what the response is.

Cheers guys. Replacement is what my initial feeling was. 👍

Hi all. I've just received my first scope in the post, a Skywatcher 130PDS. Excited and opening/unwrapping carefully, as you do. Get it all out in the open for inspection and there are two dents in the tube. Now, I'm a complete amateur and have no idea if these imperfections with have any impact on the workings of the scope, visually or photographically. I'm going to email the supplier but should I be looking for a replacement or, if this will be OK with a couple of minor dents, a partial refund. I've tried to photograph them as best as possible. Any advice/comments appreciated. Anthony

Still loving reading through this thread and seeing all the fantastic images and info/advice. (Currently on page 95) I'll be joining the 130PDS appreciation society very soon. Managed to finally get one ordered today. Should be with me early next week. 😀

Cheers folks. 👍

Hi All. I'm a total newbie to Astrophotography but learning more and more all the time. Started with my camera on a tripod and then progressed to camera on a goto mount. Next is the delivery of a telescope. I'm awaiting the arrival of a Skywatcher 130PDS. The thing that concerns me a little and I can't find an answer for is will the camera sensor just be a magnet for dust particles in the air when exposed through the telescope? I plan to purchase a Coma Corrector in the next couple of weeks and hopefully that will give the camera sensor some protection but I would like to use the telescope and camera in the meantime, weather permitting. Thanks in advance for any info on this. Regards

This is a great thread. I've been through it over the last week or so. Some fantastic images but sadly I can't join in with any as I'm unable to get a 130pds anywhere at the minute. These thing seem to be as rare as Rockin' Horse Thingy! I hope they haven't been discontinued.