Posts Made By: Scott Rose

Adam, I just purchased the NP127is. I like it for the following reasons. Very light compared to the others. I like the wide field views. You can crank up the magnification, but you need decent eyepieces. I like the fact it is assembled here and if I haver a problem, Dave or Al Nagler are right here to fix it. The other three scopes I considered were the TMB130SS, the TEC140, and the APM/LZOS 130/780. I dumped the TEC due to weight and my mount restrictions. I dont know why I picked the most expensive one and at this point I dont want to second guess my decision. I think the Televue, the APM or the TMB would all suit you fine. I am mostly a visual observer, and spoke to Dave and Al about the NP127 as a visual scope, because my first impression was it really was for AP. After talking with them, I felt much more comfortable. I am sure that had a lot to do with my decision. Bit Morris at APM America is a real nice guy and he also would take care of you. You really cant go wrong with any of these three.