DeanSL Posted March 1, 2015 Share Posted March 1, 2015 Hello, I guess I'm a but of a reverse to some on here. I'm currently doing the Moon's Futurelearn course and am wondering about buying a telescope. I'm unsure yet of how much use id get out of it. That said I've been reading a fair bit and have an idea of what I would buy if I were to buy (A second hand Sky-watcher 150P). I'd be primarily interested in planets and the moon, not sure about anything else. Luckily I've been able to borrow a Celestron 130 from some one ate work, they've only used it a couple of times themselves. They even bought a camera. It should at least give me some idea of how much ill be interested! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Lloyd Posted March 1, 2015 Share Posted March 1, 2015 Hi Dean and welcome. That's a great way to start. You're not commiting to a big spend. If you can borrow stuff there's no pressure to buy until you've decided what you want to do. It gets expensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bizibilder Posted March 1, 2015 Share Posted March 1, 2015 Hello Dean and welcome to SGL!! The 150P is a good general use scope and will set you well on the way to starting put with this hobby. For the Moon and planets a good focal length is an advantage which is why many people use SCT scopes like the Celestron SCT series. There is a good range depending on the amount of money you have available!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanSL Posted March 1, 2015 Author Share Posted March 1, 2015 I'm already feeling the pain of waiting for clear skies! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanSL Posted March 1, 2015 Author Share Posted March 1, 2015 I figure I can get a used 150p or 150pl for around £170 inc. mount if I am patient on ebay, including the mount. So that's my budget I guess. Would like to take pictures at some point too. I'll have a look at SCT scopes to see what there is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterCPC Posted March 1, 2015 Share Posted March 1, 2015 Hi and welcome.Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laudropb Posted March 1, 2015 Share Posted March 1, 2015 Hello and a warm welcome to the SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swag72 Posted March 1, 2015 Share Posted March 1, 2015 Hi and welcome to SGL..... Glad that you found us and hope that you enjoy your time here.Look forward to seeing you around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Presland Posted March 1, 2015 Share Posted March 1, 2015 Hi welcome to SGL from Pete in Bedfordshire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zadoq Posted March 1, 2015 Share Posted March 1, 2015 Hello and welcome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wookie1965 Posted March 1, 2015 Share Posted March 1, 2015 A warm welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesM Posted March 1, 2015 Share Posted March 1, 2015 Hi Dean and welcome to the forumClear skies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saganite Posted March 1, 2015 Share Posted March 1, 2015 Hi Dean and welcome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akiainavas Posted March 2, 2015 Share Posted March 2, 2015 If you're interested in the Moon and planets - get a SCT telescope. They offer a big aperture in a lightweight and compact package.And of course, welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michigander Posted March 2, 2015 Share Posted March 2, 2015 Welcome to SGL, Dean!Dana Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIP3802 Posted March 2, 2015 Share Posted March 2, 2015 Hi, Dean, and a warm welcome to SGL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purdo Posted March 2, 2015 Share Posted March 2, 2015 Hi Dean & Welcome to SGL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charon Posted March 3, 2015 Share Posted March 3, 2015 Welcome aboard Dean. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Harlock Posted March 3, 2015 Share Posted March 3, 2015 Hello and welcome Dean Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glowjet Posted March 3, 2015 Share Posted March 3, 2015 Hi dean and welcome to SGL, enjoy the 130 and your Moon course Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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