I also read the incredible amount of negative commentary that appears in this  group. It almost stopped me from acquiring a 12″ LX200. Almost. I now own thw  12″. the delivery took place in less than 14 days, the scope ha performed to  specifications. It is one of the best telescopes I have owned. I’ve been doing  astronomy since I was 13. I’ve built my own telescopes and refurbished many  used telescopes (Celestron C11, C90, C5, Cave Astrolas etc.). This is my first  new scope. I’m glad I bought it.          I agree that quality can be improved across the industry, however, the Meade  quality, mechanical and optical is right up with the best that I have used and  owned over the last 41 years. It exceeds my 1981 C11 ( own of the best years  optically for Celestron) and approaches my 1979 Cave 10″ f16 classical  cassegrain.

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