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Old 16-03-2012, 03:47 PM
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Galaxies

Hi All

Galaxies have always been something of a problem for me. I have trouble finding them altogether. What I want to ask is am I expecting too much? I have viewed some clusters (Butterfly is awesome), but I have never had any luck in the last few years of finding a good view of a galaxy. Is it possible to define say the Sombrero galaxy with my 10" Donbsonian? Or would it still appear as a source point? I would appreciate any advice on lenses, locations etc. I mention the Sombrero galaxy as it is one in particular I have been trying to see for some time now. The Fornax Galaxy would be quite something to see as well I figure.

Cheers.
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