I don't own a Stellarvue mount, but I'm sure it could be modified like my Celestron CG-3 to accept quick-release fasteners. Because of the exact problem you...
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Mary
dsinger@...
Mar 13, 2001 5:57 am
Bill, Yes, I know what you mean about the tripod-in-the-dark issue. While PAtiently waiting [ ;-) ] for my 80mm f/6D on the EQ mount, I'm trying to come up...
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Bill Mette
bmette@...
Mar 13, 2001 5:02 am
Greetings, I was wondering if any of you have come up with any ways to make assembly of the mount's accessory tray any quicker or easier. It's pretty clear...
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Chris Stein
steincn@...
Mar 12, 2001 1:29 pm
... Yes, it was. Took very little effort to move it back to center. Probablly shifted in shipment/setup. ... Yep, saw the tension adjustments and didn't mess...
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vic@...
Mar 12, 2001 7:43 am
Chris: You can drive yourself crazy with this stuff. Look to the star test to give you the best indication. Was the dot 3/8" from center? This really is not...
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fdwill@...
Mar 12, 2001 5:33 am
Hi, I am new to the list. I currently own a University Optics 80mm refractor (along with an Astroscan) and am considering a StellarVue product of some type. I...
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Chris Stein
steincn@...
Mar 12, 2001 2:15 am
Hi, everyone. I've been the thrilled owner of an SV80/9 for a week... alas, weather and time have conspired to keep it from first light. I decided to check...
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iskovac@...
Mar 11, 2001 10:25 pm
You might want to consider a 150mm Maksutov-cassegrain. They are nice scopes for around $1000.00. I believe you can get a Intes or Orion and they are both the...
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Al Klayton
aklayton@...
Mar 11, 2001 8:39 pm
Thanks for the responses and advice. How refreshing to hear from the scope manufacturer himself -- much appreciated! (The dialog I've now seen on this group...
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vic@...
Mar 11, 2001 5:49 pm
Hi Al: Anders and Gary gave some every good responses to your questions. (btw: Anders - lenses are due to be shipped from new supplier in four days! We should...
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gweber@...
Mar 11, 2001 4:08 pm
aklayton@p... wrote: I see the 80 f9 might still be available for $540, so if the 102s are out of my range, I hate to pass up the current price on the f9 by ...
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Anders Hansson
anhn@...
Mar 11, 2001 9:41 am
Hello Al, There are an infinite number of alternatives, but I will limit myself to 2 suggestions: 1) If you can afford it, maybe the least expensive of the new...
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aklayton@...
Mar 11, 2001 4:55 am
Hi, I have an 8" Dob but want to get a smaller scope for quick looks in the backyard, especially when my back is sore! I'm new to the refractor world. I'm...
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Victor Marcukaitis
vmarcukaitis@...
Mar 8, 2001 6:01 pm
Yesterday I received From Scopetronix Astronomy Products a set of Their aluminum leg clamps for use on my Vixen GP GEM. I was Surprised that the standard legs...
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JDBraddy@...
Mar 7, 2001 5:32 pm
I'm considering purchase of a new digital Camera, am leaning toward either Coolpix 950 or 990. The 990 has a few more cool features but is half again the...
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afannin@...
Mar 7, 2001 2:43 pm
Thanks, Antonio for posting the equipment pics. I have an old 1968 Pentax Spotmatic that I hope to use when I get one of the 102s. Your post of the...
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Anders Hansson
anhn@...
Mar 7, 2001 6:26 am
That's a nice shot using any 80mm telescope ! Anders H....
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eltopo@...
Mar 7, 2001 3:57 am
Following the recent posts concerning the size of the future Stellarvue scopes and their carry-on baggage worthiness issue I would like to add the following: ...
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eltopo@...
Mar 7, 2001 3:33 am
Hello to all (again): Tonight (cloudy night down here in Puerto Rico) I uploaded a photo made yesterday. It is the Copernicus crater (Diameter 93km)as seen ...
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Bill Mette
bmette@...
Mar 6, 2001 6:26 am
Hi All, I figured that most of you would get a kick out of this so here goes. I had my 80mm F9 out for about an hour tonight. This was only my second time out...
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aerickso@...
Mar 5, 2001 6:23 pm
... [snip] ... [snip] This is excellent news! Woohoo! Vic, any details on the dust cap? -Alan...
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afannin@...
Mar 5, 2001 4:52 pm
I agree with previous posts about portability of 102s. I became interested in Stellarvue scopes because of the excellent reviews on optics and mechanical...
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lwb1944@...
Mar 5, 2001 12:40 pm
... 80 ... Hi JD ; Nice review , hope to do the same thing sometime later this spring. The 80mm F6 is more convenient to use and store . And of course the wide...
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JDBraddy@...
Mar 4, 2001 11:30 pm
I agree, first make a scope with the best optical quality, then worry about how to make it fit somewhere. Sorry, but personally I havent been on an airplane in...
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gweber@...
Mar 4, 2001 11:01 pm
For what it's worth Vic, I would agree with Rob. Develop a product with great optical and mechanical characteristics first. You can always introduce...
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relgert@...
Mar 4, 2001 8:22 pm
-Vic: Please don't worry too much about the tube length of the new 102's regarding portability. While it would be nice to have a tube length acceptable for...
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JDBraddy@...
Mar 4, 2001 6:01 pm
Had my Stellarvue 80 f/6 out side by side with my father-in-laws C-80 f/11, compared both on a variety of targets, paying attention to false color, sharpness...
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vic@...
Mar 4, 2001 5:32 am
With it's dew cap removed, the 18" fl AT1010 is about 15" long without any focus tube obstruction. We will be using a sliding dew cap on the 102. We are still...
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starastar@...
Mar 2, 2001 9:43 pm
John, I've heard some good things about the Ultima 5mm and also some bad things. However I have never used one so I can't give an opinion. However, if the ep...
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John Hatton
john.hatton@...
Mar 2, 2001 9:37 am
I have come across a used 5mm Celestron Ultima for 29 gbp (about 45 usd) which is supposedly in very good condition (score of 95 when 100 is new). Is this...
