Chuck If you want a really good finderscope try using a scope that was meant as a telescope. I have an old Meade 60 mm f/5 scope I got for $100. It has the advantage of interchangeable eyepieces, you can use Naglers etc. in your finder. I also use an erect image prism. In direct comparisons with an 11x80 mm finder you could see fainter stars and much sharper images in the Meade 60 mm using an old 20 mm Meade Research Grade Erfle. As a test I used it at 150X on Saturn with no image breakdown. Most finders have inferior objectives and eyepieces in order to sell them cheaply. I don't usually use a reticle but I have an eyepiece with an illuminated one. It is easier to center with a reticule but I think it spoils the view in the finder not to mention your night vision if the reticle is illuminated. Clear Skies Don -----Original Message----- From: utah-astronomy-bounces+djcolton=piol.com@mailman.xmission.com [mailto:utah-astronomy-bounces+djcolton=piol.com@mailman.xmission.com] On Behalf Of Chuck Hards Sent: Wednesday, November 15, 2006 10:47 AM To: Utah Astronomy Subject: Re: [Utah-astronomy] Finderscope poll I would like to hear more opinions from frequent, seasoned observers. Daniel, Patrick, Don, Brent, Ron, you guys come to mind, I know there are others on the list. Thanks to those who have replied so-far! ________________________________________________________________________ ____________ Sponsored Link $420k for $1,399/mo. Think You Pay Too Much For Your Mortgage? Find Out! www.LowerMyBills.com/lre _______________________________________________ Utah-Astronomy mailing list Utah-Astronomy@mailman.xmission.com http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/utah-astronomy Visit the Photo Gallery: http://www.utahastronomy.com