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by mrgizmo65
Thu Feb 14, 2019 7:57 pm
Forum: Galileo's Gabfest
Topic: Rest in Peace Opportunity
Replies: 3
Views: 2856

Re: Rest in Peace Opportunity

For sure it wasn't built in Detroit!!! :D :D .!
by mrgizmo65
Thu Nov 22, 2018 10:53 am
Forum: Galileo's Gabfest
Topic: Beginner telescope suggestions
Replies: 13
Views: 6481

Re: Beginner telescope suggestions

Paul and Tim,both of you made excellent points that many of us would overlook.Paul you are absolutely right about "feeling" out there experiences. Tim you also were correct in saying to find out one's expectations. My point of view was simplicity and low cost,all together ,I think just abo...
by mrgizmo65
Thu Nov 22, 2018 10:53 am
Forum: Galileo's Gabfest
Topic: Beginner telescope suggestions
Replies: 13
Views: 6481

Re: Beginner telescope suggestions

Paul and Tim,both of you made excellent points that many of us would overlook.Paul you are absolutely right about "feeling" out there experiences. Tim you also were correct in saying to find out one's expectations. My point of view was simplicity and low cost,all together ,I think just abo...
by mrgizmo65
Wed Nov 14, 2018 9:21 am
Forum: The Imager's Studio
Topic: IC1396 area
Replies: 13
Views: 4488

Re: IC1396 area

Hi Frank,you sure are showing us how it's done!! I'm glad that you are succeeding after all the frustration you endured but you kept on trying . Thanks for sharing these beautiful images. Jerry
by mrgizmo65
Thu Nov 08, 2018 6:13 pm
Forum: The Imager's Studio
Topic: Autumn colors of M33
Replies: 15
Views: 5213

Re: Autumn colors of M33

Nice effort Frank!! The last image you picked is by far the best. I say that because the colors are spot on for colors as they appear in nature,even in the black darkness of space. A+. Jerry :D
by mrgizmo65
Thu Nov 01, 2018 3:52 pm
Forum: Galileo's Gabfest
Topic: Set Aside 30 Minutes...
Replies: 2
Views: 1966

Re: Set Aside 30 Minutes...

Mike,I must say ,that was30 minutes well spent. I met Frank Borman in Miami when he worked for one oftheairlines.
by mrgizmo65
Thu Oct 25, 2018 10:24 pm
Forum: Galileo's Gabfest
Topic: Nissan Observatory on Wheels
Replies: 10
Views: 5478

Re: Nissan Observatory on Wheels

Hey Andy, what kind of milage does that atv get?? :D :D
by mrgizmo65
Thu Oct 25, 2018 12:31 pm
Forum: The Imager's Studio
Topic: By the Light of the Full Moon...
Replies: 8
Views: 3208

Re: By the Light of the Full Moon...

Tom, if I could accomplish that, I would be more than thrilled. That is an image anyone would be proud of.Your efforts are showing the skills and patience you have "developed". Jerry : :lol: :lol:
by mrgizmo65
Mon Oct 22, 2018 6:53 am
Forum: Galileo's Gabfest
Topic: Nissan Observatory on Wheels
Replies: 10
Views: 5478

Re: Nissan Observatory on Wheels

Great Idea Paul!! what are the chances of seeing it at neaf next year? They should be able to sell a couple of dozen there:roll: :roll: I guess it's perfect gift for the guy who has everything!!
by mrgizmo65
Sat Oct 20, 2018 5:57 pm
Forum: Galileo's Gabfest
Topic: Beginner telescope suggestions
Replies: 13
Views: 6481

Re: Beginner telescope suggestions

Bruce,from all of my personal experience,and believe me I have tried all kinds of things. The fact of the matter is the right eye piece makes the difference. The goal is a clear sharp image.I is not necessarily a large image but it will have good detail. Try some eyepieces others may have until you ...