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Interesting, but given the list prices I've seen for the 8" and 10" Tak "observatory class" refractors, I'd rather order one from APM. If I ever do own a refractor that big, it will most likely be a D&G achromat.

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Yes, there is a 12" TMB for sale, for a fraction of the price:

http://www.apm-telescopes.de/secondhand.php?action=showpic&id=321&picnr=2

To my knowledge, TMB has produced triplets up to 20", so a 12" Tak is not so much exciting...

However, I have to admit, a focal ratio of f/8 is very exciting for a 12" refractor (the TMB has f/12).
(would like to scan the Virgo cluster with this great instrument, using a 41mm PanO )

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Kind regards, Christian
Meade 178 ED
Meade 152 ED
Intes Micro Alter M500
Bresser 70/700 Achromat
CGE
EQ-6


Edited by ABC (08/15/08 03:53 AM)

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