I wanted to mention that I picked up a 3" refractor with an alt-az mount at a thrift store for around $12 recently.
Great article. I wanted to mention that I picked up a 3" refractor with an alt-az mount at a thrift store for around $12 recently. The mount is collapsible, making it a great choice for a camping trip into the mountains (next summer). The store had a small reflector for $40 that I passed on.