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John wrote in message "matt" wrote in message . .. Otherwise , I wouldn't buy really anything on Astromart , the same way I wouldn't buy a scope on Ebay . Hi, Matt. It's a global market out there and if you want a chance at all the gear you have to decide to protect yourself rather than relying on others. I've purchased some excellent telescopes on eBay (a 20" Sky Designs truss Dob and a complete C14 outfit among others). You just have to be a sophisticated and prudent buyer. John how exactly did you eliminate risk by being "sophisticated and prudent" ? What do you mean by "sophisticated" ? These are just b.s. words , they don't help reduce risk . Please enlighten us . thanks, matt |
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What is "OPT" ?
.... Jon Isaacs wrote: I should have personally tested out the scope. That would have solved any hidden known/unknown issues. Well, for now, I've decided to stick with new so I can return if it fails the tests. You have some good points here though. -Ryan Walters When it comes to buying scopes and astromart, I try to buy locally, that way I can see the scope before I buy. When it comes to selling scopes, I also like to sell locally, it avoids the shipping hassle and it allows the buyer to see the scope first hand prior to purchase. But I have shipped a few, I try to be honest in how I represent the stuff I sell, I never claim "excellent" anything, just try to point out the defects I have noticed and leave it at that. MY goal is to have a happy buyer so any misrepresentation is counter productive. The last three scopes I have "gotten rid of" have been gifts to family and friends, at least they are not unhappy with the price.... G In southern California, one option for used stuff is OPT, they usually have a fair selection and the stand behind their stuff. I have bought a few scopes from them and been quite happy both with the equipment and the price, generally lower than Astromart. Jon Jon |
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What is "OPT" ?
Oceanside Photo & Telescope (www.optcorp.com) -- Martin "Photographs From the Universe of Amateur Astronomy" http://home.earthlink.net/~martinhowell |
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"Martin R. Howell" wrote in message
... What is "OPT" ? Oceanside Photo & Telescope (www.optcorp.com) These are good people (IMHO) |
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Oceanside Photo & Telescope (www.optcorp.com)
These are good people (IMHO) Agreed. I bought my 12.5 inch dobsonian (plus a few other things) from them years ago and they treated me quite well. Regards, Martin |
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But they have no classifieds that I could find. So I dont understand
what OPT has to do with this thread, re- classifieds. ? .... "Martin R. Howell" wrote: What is "OPT" ? Oceanside Photo & Telescope (www.optcorp.com) -- Martin "Photographs From the Universe of Amateur Astronomy" http://home.earthlink.net/~martinhowell |
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