In the late 1980's the "Old Guard" (our observing cliques name),would observe from a Detroit Edison Power transfer station near Plymouth Michigan. Photo is of Our mentor Steve on the ladder, Doc Kopin, and myself (looking much younger I may add). We were helping to obtain a balance once the 5" was mounted on the 6" f/12 APO Triplet AP Superplanetary. Those who notice such things will note that the tube assembly is a Dobbins, but the lens is all Astrophysics. The scope is on a Dobbins Instrument Custom Mount, and wooden field tripod.
Steve's Van (Mammoth) was required to transport this beast. Some of the finest planetary observing I've ever had the pleasure to do was with this instrument. Those were the best of times. Circa 1988
Alan
Steve's Van (Mammoth) was required to transport this beast. Some of the finest planetary observing I've ever had the pleasure to do was with this instrument. Those were the best of times. Circa 1988
Alan
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