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[Diver]

Hi All
Im looking to purchase my first telescope..........ive brought it down to two scopes....depending on budget. does anyone know if these scopes are not recommended for any reason ?
150mm Sky-Watcher Dobsonian reflector
200mm Sky-Watcher Dobsonian reflector

[vet]

i'd go for the most aperture---i like the looks of your choice, quite elegant---vs. the usual 'box-like' dob---but if their 8" is priced close to the hardin or other 10" dobs, i'd go that way. i've mentioned the dramatic increase in visual 'wow!', that seems to start at 10", you may wish to view my posts on such. good luck---