Mr. G. Calver.
St. Denies, Southampton,
August 14th, 1876.
Dear Sir,—With reference to your enquiry as to the performance of the 6-1/2 inch reflector, I have pleasure in stating that I am perfectly satisfied. It readily divides the test objects, and shows delta Cygni with as low a power as 160. The comes to Sirius may be considered an atmospheric test, perhaps, but I have repeatedly seen it. Your stand I find very steady and convenient; altogether I can fairly say that I consider that I have an instrument of considerable power at a comparatively small cost. I now find the attempt to observe with a refractor the reverse of pleasant.
The owner of a 3 inch refractor, after using my reflector, writes that he envies me its power, ease, definition, and comfort in observing.
I am, dear Sir,
Yours truly,
A. H. S.