SCT on Schaeffer Mount

Got a call from somebody today who inherited 14.25 inch SCT (F 6.7) on a Bill Schaeffer mount.

I know in general what it is, and I am going over tomorrow to see it. So, I don't know conditions, etc.

Anybody know how I can tell him how much it is worth and the best way to sell it (in addition to here on Astromart?)

SOunds like it is too heavy to move.

The fellow who called me did not know telescopes.

Alex

[QUOTE]Alex McConahay said:

Got a call from somebody today who inherited 14.25 inch SCT (F 6.7) on a Bill Schaeffer mount.


Hi:

The Celestron C14 is an F/11 scope. AFAIK, the only "different" SCT Celestron produced was the White tube back in the 60s, and there was no C14 in that series...only a C16. It's likely not a Meade either. Meade did make some f/6.3 SCTs, but I don't know they ever did a 14. Before I would be willing to venture a guess about worth, I'd need to know who made this SCT.

Unk Rod

Hi Alex:

I also have a C-14 on a Schaefer mount (see my profile for a pic). Best scope/mount combination I have ever used. I know a lot about Schaefer mounts. I used to visit Bill Schaefer in his machine shop when I was in high school back in the 70's. Used C-14 OTAs go for $2500 - $3000, depending on condition and coating options. Value will also depend on the size and condition of the mount. Most of Bill's mounts used Byers gears. They were solid and accurate-tracking. Okay, probably more information than you wanted. Approximate values, for a complete mount, including dual axis drive corrector, in excellent working condition:

7" $1200
9" $2000
10" $2500
11" with Byers StarMaster $3000+

Your mileage may vary depending on the marketplace, of course.
In fact, let me know what the guy is asking - I might be interested. (Smart move on my part giving you all the above "value information!" )

Feel free to contact me if you need any further information on Schaefer mounts - and good luck! - Chuck

I finally saw this telescope. It is a 14.25" F6.7 Cassegrain on a Schaeffer Mount. Although it is somewhat dirty, it looks like it is in working order.

Anybody got any ideas of what it is worth?

Alex

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