Excellent report Malcolm. A nice varied collection of objects. NGC 362 is one of my favourite globulars, sometimes overshadowed by 104. It is a wonderful sight, especially in the 7 and 9mm Naglers.
The SMC is another on my list, if this damn cloud ever clears off!! How do you find the Uranometria set for identification and detail when working in the SMC? - I am thinking of getting it when I can afford it. Unfortunately, after Christmas is not a good time to think of expensive atlases. Do you have the Uranometria Deep Sky Guide, and, if so, what's your opinion on it? I am also considering the Night Sky Observers Guide (3 volumes) as well. Too many astro goodies and not enough $$$'s!!
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