p Top: The telescope's new mount includes a motor drive, brass fittings, and digital setting circles. Bottom: This is one of the two adjustable counterweights added to aid balancing the optical tube assembly. L A RRY M Y ERS (2) Fortunately I had set up the OTA prior to doing the finish surface on it. I was able to drill new cell holes into the tube and re-fiberglass and finish/hide my original holes. Once mended, the optics performed perfectly!" Larry reports, "I was able to complete about 99% of the scope prior to my son's birthday. Needless to say, Logan was pretty excited about his 'new' scope. I hope he still has it when I am long gone just to remember that his dad was a geeky telescope maker." I have no doubt of that! This 60-year-old kid would keep it forever. ¢ Contributing Editor JERRY OLTION used to share a 6-inch Criterion with his brother. He remembers the optics, but not the mount, fondly. * For more information, contact Larry at sales@colfaxtactical.com. sk yandtelescope.com * JA N UA RY 2 018 73http://www.stellarvue.com http://www.skyandtelescope.com/