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Description

Plans for a one man Observatory - 7' in diameter with 6 feet of headroom. This one was built on top of a garage, you could build it on a platform if desired. Details on mounting an 8" reflector telescope - could be adapted to mount a different scope .
 
  • Walls are typical 2x lumber construction.
  • Dome roof is framed with 1/8" x 1 1/2" metal strap and covered with mesh and concrete.
  • The dome rotates with a hand wheel.
 
This is an original 3+ page magazine article from 1957.
Pages measure 6 1/2” x 9”
We do not photocopy these.

Article Includes
  • Measured Drawings and Diagrams
  • Complete Instructions

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