"David Harris" wrote in message
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Simon wrote:

can anyone advise on the quality of the optics on Helios scopes?
thanks in advance for any experiences or advice
Simon

Hi Simon,

I have a Helios F5, 200m reflector from SW Optics. I'm not very
experienced with it, but it clearly
shows Jupiter and the four moons, excellent Lunar/Solar views, and I have
managed to photograph a
few DSO's with it. Unfortunately, being disabled, Im not allowed out after
dark (?)..... well, not
at 3am anyway, so can't comment in its "real" capabilities, at least until
winter arrives, but for
£420 delivered I have a fair bargain I reckon.

BTW, who is Dave Cook and what does he do with focussers... that's the
only gripe I have with mine,
the focusser is a bit wobbly ...

hth

David

I too have the same model plus a 114mm version. I have had no complaints
(apart from wobble) and would agree that they are value for money.

HTH

Martin A
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