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Started by odinero, 10/09/2003 06:26PM
Posted 10/09/2003 06:26PM Opening Post
Hi i'm looking for a good telescope which can allow nice planetary viewing. Any suggestions to a good scope that would allow very good viewing plus good tracking?

Also, currently I have a 4.5' Nexstar and I haven't had the opportunity to look at Saturn yet. What's the most recommendable magnification to view Saturn in? Or what eyepiece should I use?

Mauricio Alvarez
Bronx, NY
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Posted 10/09/2003 06:38PM #1
Hi Mauricio, if money and a permanent observatory isn't an issue, I'd buy myself a 10" apochromatic refractor from TMB or so...but...tell us how much you can/want to spend on it.
For Saturn and planets in general use the highest power possible wich still gives a sharp image. (a short focal length eyepiece; under 12 mm...)
Nico