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WO 66 SD, a beautiful bargain...

Started by IGastaldo, 11/02/2006 08:51PM
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Posted 11/02/2006 08:51PM | Edited 11/02/2006 08:55PM Opening Post
Ivan Gastaldo
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Well, just got mine last night, and weather is as nasty as it gets... (but of course, I expected this...)

I unpackaged the scope, and I was simply astounded by the quality & beauty of this piece of equipment... photos don't do justice to it...

I'm amazed at what $300 can buy... the fit & finish is first class, the focuser is great, it is a Doublet-APO, it has a sliding dew-shield, and it even comes with an aluminum carrying case.

I simply cannot wait to put it through the test... 8)



Clear skies to all! wink


P.S.
This baby will go piggybacked on top of Big Brother LX-200GPS... 8)



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Posted 11/02/2006 11:12PM #1
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Beautiful Ivan, very nice look! Can't wait to hear about it.
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Posted 11/03/2006 05:38PM #2
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Ivan, your post helps to answer my earlier question about a good portable refractor. What do you realistically think is the maximum power you can use with this scope before things start to break down?
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Posted 11/03/2006 05:52PM #3
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OOOOH!!! Very nice scope Ivan.Its amazing at what can be bought at such bargains.I hope you have a blast with it.Sincerely and clear skies,Darrell
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