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llanitedave
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Re: Wondering what I would need?
07/02/08 08:52 PM
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I'm a bit biased, but I'd recommend 10" as a maximum size for your first DYI scope, especially if it's your first scope overall. Beyond that, things start getting pretty involved.
Not to worry, though, a good 10" can give mighty impressive views.
Having imaging as a goal won't affect the size of your optics so much, but it will have a big impact on your mount design.
If you think you can do it -- you can. Go for it! 
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