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    Default ES 100 degree EP



    Well folks, I just got the ES 100 degree EP and holy cow, it is a mosnter! here is a pic of it, I had to show how big this thing is compared to my ES 82 degree EP. Hahaha this is crazy! Havent got a chance to use it of course, "The Curse" has taken affect as usual.

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    Default Re: ES 100 degree EP

    Nice, my 14mm showed up last Monday and I'm hoping tonight will be nice enough to actually try it.
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    I probably wont get to use mine till next weekend or the weekend after. I bet the 14mm is a monster too lol. I havent seen the sun all day today and a cool front is pushing in so I doubt I'll get any viewing done tonight. good luck on your end for clear skies. If you get to use it post back and let me know how you like it.
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    Hope you have a red light when you observe otherwise you might be trying to slot the can of soda into your focuser!
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    Default Re: ES 100 degree EP

    I know, I just didnt realize how big it was gonna be. I cant wait to us it! It surprised me like my 10 inch Dob. The picture on Amazon.com didnt make it out to be that big. (As you could tell from that statement I knew nothing about telescopes and aperature and things of that nature)
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    Wow!that is a monster! I bet the views through it will be awesome!
    Happy Hunting!!!

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    Default Re: ES 100 degree EP

    Quote Originally Posted by rcagle44 View Post
    Well folks, I just got the ES 100 degree EP and holy cow, it is a mosnter! here is a pic of it, I had to show how big this thing is compared to my ES 82 degree EP. Hahaha this is crazy! Havent got a chance to use it of course, "The Curse" has taken affect as usual.
    That **IS** one of those stubby soda cans, right?

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    Pull Pin while sqeezing trigger....Throw as far away as possible.......grab cover!!

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    Hahaha thanks ya'll. Its just a shame that this EP will be staring at me all week laughing at me while I go to work on 3rds. I have figured out that my telescope doubles as a cloud making machine. The only way its activated is when the accessories you order come to your house and when they get close to your scope, thats when your accessories activate the cloud making ability of your telescope.
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    Default Re: ES 100 degree EP

    Hey rcagle44
    You are going to absolutely love that new 9mm.
    I got myself one so I can understand your reaction.
    That 100* fov is..well your going to see for yourself.
    It is worth the $ it cost because you only buy one of these once.
    Well...there is the 14mm, 20mm, 25mm....

    Enjoy that new EP
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