Hi guys--

In December, I posted a note about a source for the screw-bolt style individual
eyepiece cases like Meade supplies with their eps. They are sometimes referred to
as screw-bolt cases since they have a hex base. In searching around this source
was found:
<http://idt.net/~wbf/EP.htm>

I indicated that I would report back in January my experiences with Absolute
Astronomy. I ordered quite a number of them for myself and several friends to
spread out the shipping cost. Examined them this morning, and they are exactly the
same as Meade's even down to the manufacturer's trademark. These are from 30% to
50% less than what Shutan Camera sells them for. The order was handled promptly
with no delay even with a personal check.

Just one slightly negative comment, the largest ones for the 20mm Nagler-sized eps
is about .5" too big in diameter making for a very large case--about the size of a
pint Mason jar. Wish it could be a closer fit like the one for the smaller eps,
but it's OK.

A caution about the use of this type of case: be sure your eps are dry before
sealing them in the case or you may have mold problems.


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AstroDesigns link: <http://www.come.to/AstroDesigns/>
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Accessory designs and information for the Meade LX200
and Dobsonian telescopes.
Personal website at: <http://www.flash.net/~stlkid/>

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