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I have a 167x Reflector telescope. Is it any good. What are the things in the...
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27 Jan 2009 at 8:32pm
the.chosen.one asked: Details: Precision reflecting mirror Diameter - 76mm, Focal length - 500mm, Eyepieces - 9mm,12.5mm and 20mm, Alt-Azimuth mount

What kind of telescope is better for rookies; a reflector, refractor, or comp...
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27 Jan 2009 at 2:00pm
Woot asked: I saw a Mead computerized telescope at Sam’s for $200. Do you think that’s good?

I have a reflector telescope with 130mm/5 inches apeture and 1000mm focal len...
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27 Jan 2009 at 8:48am
atominfiltrators asked: It has It has a 17mm 100x magnification Plossl eyepiece. The telescope is a Konus Motor 130. It has a focal ratio f/8, whatever that means. What can I see with it? here is the full specs: http://www.uk-telescopes.co.uk/konus_motor_130%20telescope.htm

Where is the best place to find a quality 8? reflector telescope for $800?
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26 Jan 2009 at 5:01pm
Michael N asked: or less? And what is your opinion on the best scope you can buy for a level 2?

Another reflector telescope question?
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26 Jan 2009 at 5:57am
outlaw_316_2001 asked: I would like to build my own telescope. How can I find out what the correct curve of the mirror needs to be? Tina L…. Why you ask?? I’ve always found the best teacher is hands on experience. You not only gain knowledge of the project but different ideas and thoughts of how other [...]

are telescope reflector mirrors similar to the mirrors we use in the house?
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25 Jan 2009 at 9:56pm
black leopard asked: can you use regular house mirrors as reflector mirrors for a homemade telescope?

Two Axis Panning Timelapse Head for DSLR (ready to buy)
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25 Jan 2009 at 7:29pm
milapse asked: They are back in stock! New links below: Here are the links! Email Bill to make arrangements for INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: scopehed@frontiernet.net (Please let him know that MILAPSE sent you): http://shop.telescope-warehouse.com/product.sc?categoryId=1&productId=119 –$150+$18 shipping (in the continental U.S.) for the Motor Head, #494 Controller, Tripod, AND L-BRACKET!! I’ll get the bracket design up soon… It’s quite simple though! Here [...]

Another Telescope Question? (Dobsonian vs. Reflector)?
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24 Jan 2009 at 10:47pm
kbilyak04 asked: Is a Dobsonian Telescope basically just a reflector telescope with a different base, or is there something else that sets it apart from reflectors?

Hi! I have a 3? reflector telescope w/ eyepieces - SR4mm, H12.5mm, H20mm. ?
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23 Jan 2009 at 1:17am
DYORD asked: Could I recognizably see the Jupiter from this telescope? I’m a beginner. Please help. I also have 3x barlow lens (almost useless-because of blurriness) and 1.5x erector’s lens (completely useless). I also want to see the Saturn or Mars.. What lens (from the three) do you recommend I should use? Can the [...]

I want to hook up my Canon Rebel XT 350D to my 8? Reflector telescope?
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21 Jan 2009 at 4:24am
mishi h asked: Does anyone know what i need to buy or if this is even possible?