Re: cpc 9.25 vs. g9.25asgt

I have the 9.25 XLT mounted to a G-11 GEM. Like you I told myself, first I will learn the visual sky and maybe later do some photography. We use the CG-5 mount at work with a 10" scope. To me, the CG-5 mount is less than I would want to own for photography, but some have. The CGE is solid, but as I've said before, the paint flakes off.

You question of optical differences, well scope to scope could be different. I'm on my second 9.25 after sending back the first due to astigmatism in the optics.

Buy the best scope and mount you can't afford (pun). Build on this through the "years".

Hi,
I have a C-11 asgt mount. I have used both a fork mounted and now a gem. I like the gem better. It set-up quickly and is very accurate for go-tos and tracking. My C-11 works great on this mount. Rod Mollise and I both have enjoyed looking thru it. The 9.25 has had nothing but great reviews. I got to say I love the views from the C-11. I only do visual with it. I have seen some nice pictures done with this set-up though. Lastly, for flexibility a gem is the way to go. Take care.
Best Regards,
Joe in Mobile