Welcome from Australia, Amber and Eric you have joined a great team and one of the few really professional dedicated to the finest products s well as the epitome of customer service.

Tony you are aware that Astronomics is in charge of Cloudy Nights? Why not pose this concern in their discussion forum this weekend, to find out if this is something that many others have experienced,

Jim, great background story on a fine instrument. Thank you for sharing this. From: <main@ap-ug.groups.io> on behalf of thefamily90 Phillips <thefamily90@...> Reply-To: "main@ap-ug.groups.io"

I agree with Eric. Look into used FF cameras like the Canon 6D (which I had Hap modify), 6D2, Nikon D750. Chris

My story isn’t that funny but very memorable to me. Purchased from a Dear Friend, Harvey M who passed away last February. Are we had been on the list for an AP 130 F/8.35 but did not make the cut.

Hello, I just bought a ZWO2600MM for my AP130EDF f/6. I have the following assembly: - the AP130EDF f/6 - the flat field dedicated corrector - the 67RLEOS adapter - the ZWFD-EOS adapter which allow

Also +1 for the 365. I own the 5-6” refractor and tripod covers. Perfect fit over my TOA-130NFB with full imaging train on a Mach2 and Eagle pier. Eric

+1 for the 365 cover. I have had my 12.5" iDK rig and Mach 2 + Eagle under one on the bad days/nights for a few months now with no issues.

Why restricting your search to smaller than full frame? A Canon EOS 6D Mark II is another good choice. You can find some used in excellent condition for much less than retail. Eric

The Telegizmos 365 covers are excellent. Don’t waste your money on Desert Storm covers. Frank

Christopher, I bought the Nikon Z6ii and it is indeed a superb camera. Stuart Heggie http://www.stuartheggie.com/

My vote is for the full-frame, mirrorless, Nikon Z6ii. Unmodified. The most fun I have EVER had with an SLR/dSLR/Mirrorless doing casual astro. And I can use all of my old Nikon F lenses and even my

About to buy a Canon DSLR, not a full frame, and have Hap remove the IR filter. Looking at B&H, I see these choices in my price range: Canon EOS Rebel SL3 DSLR Camera $599.99 Canon EOS Rebel T8i

There is always that bit of fear when doing a big but portable transaction. I'm glad it worked out well for you.

Jim, that is a superb shot!!! Stuart Heggie http://www.stuartheggie.com/

It doesn't get better Alex - nicely done!!! Stuart Heggie http://www.stuartheggie.com/

Chris, that is a great story and YES, I was the owner prior to the fellow you bought it from in Ottawa. I got it from a chap in Georgetown (Ontario) who got it from the original owner. What a journey

Thanks :) Sorry about the edits everyone. I was struggling with the photos....

Christopher, What a great and multifaceted story. A great name for a telescope too after such an adventure, thanks for sharing your wonderful story! TJF Mobile please excuse grammar and spell errors

My story isn’t quite as detailed. A listing was posted for a 5” f6, a piece of AP history. The seller wasn’t able to make it out to ship it and it was out on the west coast. After giving it some