Philip. Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 My name is Philip, I'm looking to get my first telescope in the next few weeks so hoping to get loads of advice from here.I look forward to meeting you all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zul Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Hello and Welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double Kick Drum Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Hi and welcome to the lounge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paxo Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Hi Philip, a very warm welcome to SGL. Ask away if you have any questions or if you need any information.Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Q Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Hi Phillip and welcome to the SGL. Lots of helpful people here so ask away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DOBBY Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Hi Philip... & welcome to the forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
estwing Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 welcome along Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catweazel Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Hi Philip, welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bizibilder Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Hello Philip and welcome to SGL!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcsheffield Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Hi Philip, welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charon Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Welcome to the forum Phillip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
todd8137 Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Hello and welcome to SGL choose wisely Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinker1947 Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Welcome to the SGL, Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duns Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Hi Philip - welcome to SGL. Plenty of useful advice on here - helped me no end:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesM Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Hi Philip and welcome to the forum. Yes there is plenty of advice on here when you need it but for starters, my only advice on the purchasing question is simply to take your time. Could try looking though some gear at a few of the star parties that are being organised in connection with the BBC's Stargazing Live event or you might try participating in local observing nights which are performed by local astro societies and observing groups at this time of year. The reason for these suggestions is because the specifications that you will encounter regarding scopes (aperture and focal lengths etc) won't mean a thing unless you can witness their effects and to match these to you own expectations of what you want to see. You will then be able to establish your own benchmark to obtain the best value for money. If you stick with major brands (Skywatcher, Celestron and Meade etc) you will be fine although there is the occasional spanner appearing on Ebay that you really will want to avoid. So, take your time, get your eye in here and there and ask lots of questions, you won't be disappointed. Clear skies for nowJames Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig20264 Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 Hi Phillip, and welcome along Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip. Posted January 21, 2012 Author Share Posted January 21, 2012 Thankyou all for your welcome and thankyou James for your reply.It is my intention to spend time researching what telescope to buy, I have a couple in mind, but as I won't be buying untill late March I want to make sure I get the right one.Thanks again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glowjet Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 Hi Philip and welcome to SGL John. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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michigander Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 Welcome to SGL, Philip!Dana Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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