Little Isadore Posted October 8, 2008 Share Posted October 8, 2008 I'm 54 yrs old and from Newcastle. I have always had a casual interested in astronomy but i have not had the time to persue this interest as i work away from home, mainly in Holland. As i have just been laid off yet again (an occupation hazzard working as a contractor) I decided to by a telescope to have a peek at what's out there and to keep myself away from working men's clubs and online poker. So I am waiting for the Skywatcher 10" Dobsonian that I bought today from FLO (Steve seems like a decent bloke) and will let you know how i get on next week...i'm off on holiday for a few days with my wife to a small place in Scotland, i have already been thinking about buying a smaller telescope to take to the caravan we have up there where the light pollution is minimal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EA2007 Posted October 8, 2008 Share Posted October 8, 2008 Top job, hope the holiday goes well and welcome to the lounge.10 inch dob. should do you well, if you need any help with anything, I am sure anyone here can help you out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talitha Posted October 8, 2008 Share Posted October 8, 2008 Hi and welcome to SGL, Little Isadore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonbarr87 Posted October 8, 2008 Share Posted October 8, 2008 Warm welcome to the forum. Very helpful lot here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
centroid Posted October 9, 2008 Share Posted October 9, 2008 Hello, and welcome to SGL.Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rawhead Posted October 9, 2008 Share Posted October 9, 2008 Welcome Fancy that Dob myself. Should be a cracker. CheersJon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psychobilly Posted October 9, 2008 Share Posted October 9, 2008 Hi Isadore,Welcome to SGL Billy... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogfish Posted October 9, 2008 Share Posted October 9, 2008 Hi and welcome to SGL. Good choice of first scope. Scotland has some good dark skies. Whereabouts is your caravan? Do you have any bino's you could take; they can be great for a quick look at the sky?Cheers, Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stefski Posted October 9, 2008 Share Posted October 9, 2008 Hi and welcome Little Isadore! :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little Isadore Posted October 9, 2008 Author Share Posted October 9, 2008 Hi Martin,Thanks all for the welcomeNewton Stewart. I am going to buy a decent pair of binoculars in newcastle today. I found that the Wigtownshire Astronomical Society is base in Newton.ken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Green Posted October 9, 2008 Share Posted October 9, 2008 Hi and welcome to the SGL its a great Forum :sunny: :sunny: Stephen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lunator Posted October 9, 2008 Share Posted October 9, 2008 HelloWelcome to SGL RegardsIan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted October 9, 2008 Share Posted October 9, 2008 Hi,A 10" dob is a perfect size to get started. You will really enjoy it.And FLO is an awesome place to buy things, you done well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferox Posted October 9, 2008 Share Posted October 9, 2008 Welcome to SGL Ken. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astro_Baby Posted October 10, 2008 Share Posted October 10, 2008 Great scope and a great place to view - I envy you - anyway welcome to SGL from me as well :wave: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil Parker Posted October 10, 2008 Share Posted October 10, 2008 Hi Little Isadore,I've just walked into the lounge myself. It seems like a friendly place. See you around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barkis Posted October 10, 2008 Share Posted October 10, 2008 Hello mate, welcome to the forum. A 10" Dob. is a wonderful scope, and it will certainly take your mind off other temptations. Ron. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peeceeTal2M Posted October 10, 2008 Share Posted October 10, 2008 Hi and welcome to SGL, what a cracking first scope, won't be much you can't see with that Phill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ron.s.g Posted October 12, 2008 Share Posted October 12, 2008 Hi Ken and welcome,enjoy the holiday,regards ron.s.g Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mik Posted October 12, 2008 Share Posted October 12, 2008 Hello welcome to sglMick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brass n glass Posted October 12, 2008 Share Posted October 12, 2008 Welcome aboard, Little Isadore. You don't by any chance hang out with Harry the Horse and Spanish John? - Hugh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillc Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Hello and a warm welcome to SGLphillc :wave: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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