[Chaos-l] Question about telescope

[Allen Davis]

On the website it says 60lb weight complete.  allen

 

From: chaos-l-bounces at rtpnet.org [mailto:chaos-l-bounces at rtpnet.org] On Behalf Of Robert Nielsen
Sent: Monday, May 23, 2011 9:56 PM
To: michelle s
Cc: CHAOS
Subject: Re: [Chaos-l] Question about telescope

 

I wonder if the 54 lbs is both pieces ... the scopes come in two parts - the base and the tube.   I don't think Michael's tube or base weighs 54 lbs.   Maybe together.

 

Robert 


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On May 23, 2011, at 7:27 PM, michelle s <shellytex1 at yahoo.com> wrote:


Web says 8" weighs 54 lbs and 10" weighs 60 lbs. Is there a handle on the zhumell? :)
The Orion 8" weighs 41 lbs according to web. Are they very awkward for transporting?

 


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From: Michael Lemon <mdlemon at lemons-bend.com>; 
To: michelle s <shellytex1 at yahoo.com>; CHAOS <chaos-l at rtpnet.org>; 
Subject: Re: [Chaos-l] Question about telescope 
Sent: Mon, May 23, 2011 9:50:43 PM 


 

I'll check it when I get home and post results.

 

MDL

 

On May 23, 2011, at 5:49 PM, Robert Nielsen wrote:





So Michael, how long is the 10" and how much does it weigh?

 

My scope and mount weighs 150 lbs.   Not the right person to talk about manageability.

 

Robert

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On May 23, 2011, at 2:21 PM, Michael Lemon <mdlemon at lemons-bend.com> wrote:

 

I can vouch for the optics in my 10" Zhummell as well. 

 

Mike Lemon

 

On May 23, 2011, at 1:43 PM, John Miller wrote:





Check out the Zhumell 8” dobsonian at: http://www.telescopes.com/telescopes/dobsonian-telescopes/8197+8198+8209.cfm

 

I recently bought the 10” version and am very pleased with it, both optically and mechanically.  Also, it has a number of features that the Orions don’t (2 speed focuser, 2” eyepiece, laser collimator, mirror cooling fan, correct image finder), all for $399 including shipping.  Another nice aspect of the Zhumell versus the Orion are the bearings on both axes.  The altitude motion has adjustable tension and this really helps in balancing when using different weight eyepieces.  And the azimuth motion is on a roller bearing instead of Teflon pads like the Orions – much smoother motions all around.  While I think Orion puts out quality products and you can’t really go wrong there, the Zhumells represent an exceptional value given the quality and all of the extra features you get.  Good luck!

 

John Miller

From: chaos-l-bounces at rtpnet.org [mailto:chaos-l-bounces at rtpnet.org] On Behalf Of michelle s
Sent: Monday, May 23, 2011 10:51 AM
To: chaos-l at rtpnet.org
Subject: [Chaos-l] Question about telescope

 


Hi, my son and I want to buy our first telescope. We want easy to use but a good quality one that won't break the bank, and we won't want to replace after a few months. From what I've been reading on the internet, the Orion skyquest xt8 looks like a great one. Can anyone give us advice about it? Is it worth getting this one over the xt6, or is there an entirely different one that is preferable?
He is anxious for me to order one NOW, so pls advise. Also, I'd prefer to purchase used, as they are pretty pricey new. No idea where to find one used.
Thanks,
Michelle

 

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