Well folks, I finally pulled the plug on a Dob

Sumerian Optics Dob with Orion Optics Ultra Grade 300mm f5.3 1/10λ on order.

Wish I could go wider but my back vetoed any such schemes.

Still, I am so looking forward to the possibilities of a 12" instrument. I love my fracks, but I need more aperture. It's not only about finding the target and ticking it off the list, but also about savouring a nice DSO dinner and immersing myself in the details that only a decent light bucket can provide...

Will be posting details as they come in from Michael Kalshoven of Sumerian Optics.

CS,

Nicos