X-Cel LX 9mm on the way

[lestergibson]

I must have looked at a million threads, articles and reviews, lol; hope I made the right choice for a low high power EP. I missed out on WO SPL 5mm at a good price earlier this week but the LX's have on my mind too so the trigger got pulled. Hopefully it'll barlow well enoughto give me a high power option. I reckon I'll go for Celestron Panorama 15mm next month for the mid power stuff. I reckon I've spent enough time with the stock 10mm that comes with the Skyliner 200p to be able to see a difference with the X-Cel LX........ I hope!

[paul schofield]

Exciting having a new e.p on its way eh ? I have heard only good things about the X-Cel-lx series. Let us know what you think when you get a chance to use it. Clear skies.

[Qualia]

I'd be really disappointed if you are disappointed with your new purchase, Lester, so please let me know how you get along with the new LX. I've never had a problem myself, but some folk have found that taking off the dust cap can be troublesome, but I reckon just treat it with care and you'll be fine. Other than that I think you've made youself a really decent buy. Clear skies and look forward to your first report.

[jabberwocky]

I have a 12mm x-cel and the only criticism is that the rubber on the eye guard isn't stuck down very well and can be pulled off when taking the cap off, small dab of glue fixes that though.

[lestergibson]

Yup, heard about that one but as long as you're careful, it doesn't seem to be a problem, I've plenty of glue anyway:) I should have it for next weekend so here's hoping for clear skies on Friday night. I don't reckon I'll be disappointed, though. I've done as much homework as I could do without actually demo-ing it so I feel confident.... damn it, have just hexed myself:o?

[bendiddley]

i've got the 7mm and 12mm and very happy with these, excellent quality all round. BTW if the cap is tight just don't push it all the way down, that's what i do with mine which works well.

[Velvet]

think you will be pleased, i am very happy with my x-cel

Velvet

[bish]

Interesting to read the replies as I'm looking for some replacements for some recently sold eps. BSTs, x-cels and Meade 60 hd are in the running.

[Stargazer33]

My first ep purchase was the X-cel LX 18mm and it is a lovely ep. Not had a problem with the rubber eyecup pulling off, but the cap can be a little tight. As bendiddly said, just don't push it on too far. Just enough to stay in place and it is fine. I'm sure you will find it much better than your stock ep.

Clear skies!

[paul mc c]

A word on the caps,they are very tight and can easily pull the rubber eyecup off,to counter this i put a slice in the side of the cap, its not visible but it is still snug and much easier to remove.

[knobby]

Love mine, have the 5 and the 7 ... 12 ... 18 mmmm if only they did a 32

[Matt Scunthorpe]

I recently bought the 9,12,18 and 25 X-cels, eventually, the clouds might clear and i can get to try them out!

[Bryan196]

The 9mm is a brilliant eyepiece, I've had some fantastic nights with it. In your 'scope it'll be brilliant. Enjoy your new purchase

[lestergibson]

Folks, thanks for the tips and reassurance...... it goes a long way to making me feel that I haven't bought a turkey! I'll get a report up first chance I get, hopefully Friday night,