Space Forum / Amateur Astronomy / December 2006

Any opinions about these 2?

Many years ago, I became quite interested and involved with
Amateur Telescope Making (ATM).  Since then, I have built
a few instruments of my own, ground a few mirrors, and helped
other amateurs with their projects.

Has anyone tried one of these yet ?  And if so, what do you think of them ?
They got a good review in either S&T or Astronomy (I forget which).

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My nephew received a Vivitar 50x/100x telescope for Christmas. It was
purchased in a department store for about $20 -$30. I set it up for him
but we can't see anything good. My cheap 7 x 35 binoculars are way, way
better. I know some of you might say the telescope is junk but am I

First Light Photos ?
Pics:  http://24.18.62.225:8080
Taken: Dec 28,2006 8:20pm PST
Seeing Conditions: Poor - high moisture, slight low ground fog,

All I can say is, "WOW!"  Taken with a C-14.

Download Einstein's original papers from
www.ajayonline.us
These paper illustrate how Einstein put forth Special Theory of
Relativity and derivation of E=mc2.

How are the new Pentax telescopes ? Do they sell mounts as they once
did of do they just sell optical tube assemblies ?
Jim Klein
James E. Klein

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Once again I'm thinking about going to Australia. I was there about 15 years
ago, but did not have astronomy on my mind. I found a very good web site
that has lots of info for both amateur and pro activities
<http://www.astronomy.org.au/ngn/engine.php?SID=1000018>. One sky show ...