Astreya + Borg = Good Idea

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anat
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Astreya + Borg = Good Idea

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Astreya APO lens (76mm F/6) in the Borg tube is a good idea for a cost-effective APO.
http://www.cloudynights.com/item.php?item_id=1342
The total set may cost around US$800 which is comparable to WO ZSFD.

Their 102mm F/6.5 is also not expensive.
http://astreya-optics.narod.ru/eng/price.htm
Anyone wants to challenge a DIY apo :)

Regards,
Anat
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The 130 F/7 SuperAPO lens looks interesting. Just buy Tak FS-128 spare tube (can get from TNR) and Feathertouch focuser to get a complete OTA for less than US$2500.
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ariefm71 wrote:The 130 F/7 SuperAPO lens looks interesting. Just buy Tak FS-128 spare tube (can get from TNR) and Feathertouch focuser to get a complete OTA for less than US$2500.
How about wait for the Meade 5" APO first at almost half that price?
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