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[katiewright]

Hi all,
I have a Celestron Nexstar 127slt and I love it, but I'd like to get a non computerised mount for it, preferably alt-azimuth. It's a long story as to the reasons behind this decision and I suspect I'd be better saving up and just getting a new scope BUT that will take me many years so....... any advice much appreciated. Just looking for something reasonable that will hold the telescope. It has a dovetail attachment on the scope.

Thanks
(sorry if this is the silliest question yet)

[Aratus]

A little look at my Celestron catalogue reveals that they do sell a manual heavy duty alt-azimuth mount. The product code is C93607. They retail for about £86. I notice a few on ebay for about £10 less.

[katiewright]

Thanks

[Aratus]

Glad to help. In the 'old days' we didn't have gotos anyway. With a good finder and a star chart it forces you to learn your way around the sky. If you persevere with it, it may be a blessing in disguise. (Having said that, I do like the extra time observing that a 'goto' saves you. )