8" f12 Maksutov-Cassegrain


   
   

The edge of the Mak corrector is so dark that it cannot be descerned. Blackening small details like these increase contrast.
 
   
   
 

A closer view of the front showing the internal baffling.

Five sets of double knife edge baffles were used to make the inside of the OTA "black."
   
 
   

Back view showing a 12mm 2" Nagler eyepiece attached.
   
   
   

The 2" SCT threaded connection is shown.

If you are interested in this telescope, please contact John at GCS Astronomical.