TV Everbrite vs. AP Maxbright? Which is better?

Looking to solicit peoples opinions on these two great diagonals. If you think one is better than the other which one is it, and why do you feel that way? Also, have you used both or are you just basing your view on your experience with either one?

Paul Atkinson
AstroProProducts.com

I own both too. Optically, they appear to be identical and I propose that the dielectric flat is sourced from the same supplier.

The AP is finished better with a tapered nose, baffled rear, and chamfered edges. But the TV comes in two versions, with a shorty for SCTs.

Paul,
I owned and used both and an older Vernonscope 1/20th wave. Sold the TV with a scope - great diagonal but.... I like the AP better than the TV. No optical difference, I just prefer the mechanical design, fit and finish. My old Vernonscope is visibly, very slightly dimmer, does not accept filters, but is right with the other two for optical performance - and on some occasions seems to have an edge in resolving planetary detail. I also like the thinner profile of the AP and Vernonscope 1.25" adapter compared to the high-hat style of the TV. If you plan to use either with a binoviewer you may want to consider how the mirror can be collimated since I was told recently (by Russ at Denkmeier) that this can be a factor in binoviewer performance, even with brand new diagonals.

Del

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