BAS Observer September 2017

24 BAS OBSERVER Meade 12-inch LX200 Classic OTA $1500 ONO This is the OTA only. No other accessories are included. Includes the Meade soft carrying case. There are two small spots of mould on the inside of the corrector plate (see photo). There are also two small water spots on the primary mirror. Due to size and weight, would prefer pick-up in South-East Queensland. (Could deliver/meet within 3 hours of Ipswich.) Bausch & Lomb 800 mm f/10 Lens $400 ONO Suitable for camera lens or guidescope. Includes camera mount, camera adaptor, diagonal, 18mm and 30mm Plössl eyepieces. NOTE: All prices exclude postage and insurance. Contact:  Brendan Downs Email: brendandowns@bigpond.com Phone: (07) 3812 2813 (after 7.00 p.m.) Equipment for Sale Avoiding clouds And to find the best cloud-free evenings for observing, make sure you check CloudFreeNight and SkippySky as you plan your next observing evening.  ■ Enjoyed reading this newsletter? Remember that you too can become a newsletter contributor and share your own experiences, astronomical interests and images with your fellow members. Just don’t forget the deadline, which is always included in these pages (see page 25 of this issue).—ED.