Re: Regarding new ATMs

[Brad Davy <bdavy@bigdog.fred.net>]

At 05:12 AM 2/19/97 -0700, Richard Beaver wrote:
>
>Frankly, I'd buy if I were starting out today. Sorry.
>
As a beginning ATM, I just wanted to voice my agreement.  My primary
interest is in using the telescope, not making it.  Making it is the means,
not the end itself. I can honestly say that once I get my first scope on
line, I'll probably start thinking about making a mirror for either a larger
scope, or just a faster scope for portability and photography.  But for me,
the thought of spending hours, days, weeks, grinding and polishing, without
benefit of prior experience, just wasn't worth it when I wanted to get a
scope finished so I can see first hand the wonders of the sky.  And for all
you brave souls with the (pardon the pun) true grit to make your own
mirrors, KEEP ON PUSHIN'!  

  
Brad
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