Re: Mirror figuring

From: Jon Isaacs (jonisaacs_at_aol.com)
Date: 12/13/04


Date: 13 Dec 2004 13:50:30 GMT


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>I recommend finding either a telescope making class or a club of
>telescope makers.

I think this is great advice. A year or so ago I attended one of Bob May's
classes and watched some students work on their mirrors. There are certainly
many tricks and techniques one must know to get a good mirror, I think starting
out with the help of an experienced mirror maker is wise.

jon



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