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Posts Made By: Darian Rachal

November 19, 2002 11:07 PM Forum: Off Topic Discussions

Recommendations for books on cosmology?

Posted By Darian Rachal
Anthony, IMO, the best book I've come across on the subject is "Cosmology" by Edward Harrison. I read it many years ago, back in the '80s, I believe & it's just been revised, sometime since 2000. I really need to break down & get a copy for my library. Request a copy from the library, if you don't want to buy new or used. It's a bit expensive. Sincerely, Mr. Darian Rachal

December 13, 2002 09:07 PM Forum: Deep Sky Observing

What's your favorite double?

Posted By Darian Rachal
Steve, My preference is Antares. It can be a challenge, depending on the seeing conditions, but the companion has an emerald green appearance that I find very appealing. Mr. Darian Rachal

January 1, 2003 01:56 PM Forum: Telescope Making

Artificial Star ?

Posted By Darian Rachal
David, You can purchase one from www.eztelescope.com . It has a .003" pinhole & sells for $50. They advertised here on AM. Mr. Darian Rachal

January 19, 2003 02:22 PM Forum: Takahashi

FS102 on Panoramic?

Posted By Darian Rachal
Doug, The TV Genesis is definitely too large for the panoramic. If the FS 102 is comparable in weight to it, you'd be better off with something lighter. Mr. Darian Rachal

January 28, 2003 11:15 PM Forum: Religion

1930th post! Now passing the CCD Imaging forum!

Posted By Darian Rachal
Paul, I glad someone else beside me is keeping track of these momentous occasions. DR :-)

February 20, 2003 02:57 AM Forum: Eyepieces

Is anyone familiar with Optica B/C Eyepieces

Posted By Darian Rachal
John, Check out some old issues of Sky & Telescope from the 60s & 70s. They used to advertise back then. I believe they've long since been out of business. Mr. Darian Rachal

March 20, 2003 02:48 AM Forum: Off Topic Discussions

Colorado Blizzard of 2003

Posted By Darian Rachal
Goodness, Jared! It was 80 degrees here today in Alexandria, LA. I did a little kiteflying at a local park, worked on my tan just a bit by the pool & took a brisk stroll of a couple of miles in shorts & a muscle shirt. The red bud trees are blooming & bumble bees buzzing. Now if I can just make myself do a bit of observing :-) DR

March 20, 2003 08:24 PM Forum: Off Topic Discussions

What war?

Posted By Darian Rachal
Jin, War has a bit more "romantic" appeal. DR

March 25, 2003 10:09 PM Forum: Equipment Talk

need help finding a vendor

Posted By Darian Rachal
Anthony, You might check Ken's Rings & Telescope Accessories. He has some type of flexible cable advertised, but I think it's for slow motion controls. DR

April 9, 2003 02:41 AM Forum: Equipment Talk

Recommended dealers?

Posted By Darian Rachal
Verle, I've heard rumors of an exceptional company called Anacortes Telescopes, run by some fellow named Herb. You might try them. :-) DR

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