[Dad was my hero]

I finally found the scope, it was a seven inch Questar. They may have corrected the issue as I haven’t seen the warning on their site.

[Conan the Librarian]

I don’t think they make them and more, and, that 7in might cost as much as your 18! I thought about buying a Questar 4 inch along time ago. Glad I didn’t.

Is your buddy in SPAC? Someone with that much equipment is a serious observer!

I AM sorry to hear about your wife. Hope you have a strong support group to help you.

Make sure you look into the Urban Astronomy Club on the AL website. It will help you find things to look for. Double Stars may also be a way to go.