To: CSC 
Cc: atm{at}shore.net
From: Glenn Becker 
Reply-To: Glenn Becker 


>
> 10" is nothing to sneeze at.  With atmospheric effects to contend
with it is
> about optimum for critical observing of lunar/planetary objects.  8" is my
> favorite size for fine optics.

I have an 8" Discovery scope, with a very nice mirror ... was going to
attempt a 12.5" but was gently advised it might be a bit much for a
first project. :)

I've heard there won't be a great deal of difference in what's visible 8"
-> 10", which was my original impetus to ask about a larger mirror.

But I guess it's moot for the present: I live in Brooklyn and have no car
to get me out observing. Haven't been out since June, which just ...
stinks. Looking to remedy that situation, somehow.

Glenn

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