What eyepieces do I need?

[midge91]

Hello,

I want to buy the Skywatcher Skyliner 250p (f/4.7) and am planning ahead to see what eps I might need. I have read the sticky thread and whilst being confused slightly I think that I would need:

2x Barlow

8/7mm

18mm

25mm

Does this seem correct, Also what brands would be best as I believe this is a fast scope and they need better quality eps.

Thanks

Midge

[John]

Don't rush into buying accessories beyond:

A red torch

A good guide to the night sky

A collimation tool such as a cheshire eyepiece

The world of eyepieces is even more complex than the world of scopes and the 250PX is quite demanding on eyepieces (I see you know this)

Take your time, get used to using the scope with the supplied eyepieces, then consider investing carefully on the basis of that experience.

[midge91]

Don't rush into buying accessories beyond:

A red torch

A good guide to the night sky

A collimation tool such as a cheshire eyepiece

The world of eyepieces is even more complex than the world of scopes and the 250PX is quite demanding on eyepieces (I see you know this)

Take your time, get used to using the scope with the supplied eyepieces, then consider investing carefully on the basis of that experience.

What would you recommend as a good guide to the night sky>

[John]

"Turn Left at Orion" is well recommended

[todd8137]

i would sugest this book

Philip's Night Sky Atlas: The Moon, Planets, Stars and Deep Sky Objects: Amazon.co.uk: Robin Scagell: Books

every one will tell you turn left at orion i hated that book and gave it away try this one brought it 2 years ago and never looked back since

[swamp thing]

Hi

"Nortons" is an excellent atlas and observing guide that I would heartily recommend.

Regards Steve