TS-Optics PHOTOLINE 130 mm f/7 FPL53 Triplet APO Refractor

[Mr Spock]

Is anyone using one of these? Are they any good?

I like the 102mm Starfield I have. So, looking for something bigger, similar, but still portable.

I'd like a 150 but would need a new mount - one I can't lift. I had a look at some 130's at IAS and they look just about manageable.

[Clarkey]

I recently purchased one from @Notty but am yet to use it in anger due to cloud (and worse, it is a tiny bit too bit for my observatory). So there might be a second hand one for sale in the coming weeks☹️

I'm not convinced about 'portable', it is heavy and bulky. Maybe I am getting old.....

[Robindonne]

I thought this one is on every hobbyists list.  A good choice 

[KyleStoke]

On 19/10/2022 at 21:44, Clarkey said:

I recently purchased one from @Notty but am yet to use it in anger due to cloud (and worse, it is a tiny bit too bit for my observatory). So there might be a second hand one for sale in the coming weeks☹️

I'm not convinced about 'portable', it is heavy and bulky. Maybe I am getting old.....

If you are forced into the sale let me know 

[Notty]

On 19/10/2022 at 21:44, Clarkey said:

I recently purchased one from @Notty but am yet to use it in anger due to cloud (and worse, it is a tiny bit too bit for my observatory). So there might be a second hand one for sale in the coming weeks☹️

I'm not convinced about 'portable', it is heavy and bulky. Maybe I am getting old.....

Sorry to hear about the size issues that’s a real shame. I would 100% concur though it should not be thought of as portable!!

[Carl Au]

It’s why I always stuck to 4 inch refractors, still nice scope. I love KUO scopes. I should start a fan club 

[newbie alert]

A  130 triplet is on most imagers wishlist... Just not been a good enough boy come christmas

[DaveS]

Yes, I have a TS Photoline 130 f/7, and a very good 'scope it is too, if not in TOA territory. I've used mine with a variety of cameras and both the TS 2.5" flattener and the Riccardi-APM 0.57x reducer.

It's carried on the ASA DDM60 which handles it with ease.

[davidc135]

There is one currently on sale for £1350 on Astrobuysell located down the road in Hay on Wye.  David

Edited October 30, 2022 by davidc135

[Mr Spock]

16 minutes ago, davidc135 said:

There is one currently on sale for £1350 on Astrobuysell located down the road in Hay on Wye.  David

Thanks. I believe it's the same one that's here in the buy/sell section. I won't be ready to make a purchase for 5-6 months though

[matt_baker]

Is astrobuysell down for anyone else?

[Xsubmariner]

I use a TS 130 triplet for imaging and its a very good value for money scope that delivers very good images.

Re Matt-Baker; Yes AB&S seems to be down with the fall-back service in use.

 

[garryblueboy]

I think the 130s hit the sweat spot in size and portability I love mine I’ve had several over the years From Astro Physics ,TMB  ,APM, And Astreya  all great scopes 

[Mr Spock]

48 minutes ago, garryblueboy said:

I think the 130s hit the sweat spot in size and portability I love mine I’ve had several over the years From Astro Physics ,TMB  ,APM, And Astreya  all great scopes 

How do the 130's of various types rate against the TSA 120?

[garryblueboy]

The TSA 120 is great all rounder the 130 gives a little more if I had to keep only one then it would be the the 120 but I’m lucky I don’t and the 130 I have now is perfect it’s quite lightweight and the optics are close to the Takahashi on par most nights only on exceptional nights the Tak gives that bit more .

11 minutes ago, Mr Spock said:

How do the 130's of various types rate against the TSA 120?