I was supprised to here your comment that Tascos were basically a toy. I know that my scope is not the best, but for now I am very satisfied. "Godliness with contentment is great gain" Really, I am trying to avoid the trap of many hobies where you buy the best just for the sack of owning the best before you have any real appreciation for the what you are into. I want to enjoy the journey. If at a later date I find out I want a better scope I will proceed.

I have considered upgrading the ep's. I have asked for and received good advice from this site on what to purchase. I have heard that ep's are about 1/2 the scope, thus good ep's should improve the performance by a measurable amount.

To me, it is very relaxing just to get out alone in the night and look around. That itself is a reward. At times if I find something good I may call my wife outside, but mostly I enjoy the solitude and quietness of the night. Using the scope is a very calming experience for me.

Perhaps one day I may look into a better scope, but for the time being I will hold pat with the hand I have been delt.....

Thanks for the comments. I really enjoy this site. Talk to you all later....