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Wryneck

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I been lurking for a few months and have already got some great advice by reading this forum. It seems a very friendly forum with lots of expert knowledge shared and well worth joining.

I have always had a low level interest in astronomy but birding has been my real interest. I have some expensive ‘terrestrial’ optics which I have occasionally pointed upwards and been captivated by the sights. One of the most frustrating things for me was finding things with my spotting scope and if successful trying to follow it through the sky. So a few months ago I decided to get some specialist astronomy optics and a go-to mount to improve my chances. I must say it’s been great and every night without clouds I have out in the garden with the family under strict instructions to keep the curtains closed and the lights at the back of the house OFF.

That’s enough from me for now!

All the best

James

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Hi James and welcome to the forum. I like the fine focusing aid on your scope- the DIY section will be impressed!

Clear skies and enjoy the forum

James

(...our name is getting far too common now! :grin: :grin: )

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Thanks for the welcome messages it’s appreciated along with the recommendations. I have downloaded Stellarium and it’s going to be a very useful guide.

To answer the questions, my scope is a SW Mak127 AZ Go-to which I got of ebay with a bunch of accessories like 9 x 50 RA finder, Power pack, Assortment of EP’s and a Red torch and very pleased I am with it. The clothes peg didn’t come with the kit I added that later and it works well with a slight touch of a gloved finger to tweak the focus. Peg is slightly larger than a standard peg.

Anyway the sky is relatively clear and its getting dark so I am off outside with my bins and a planisphere to learn some more constellations.

James

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