First attempt at Witches Head IC2118

[BruceG]

This is my first post in this section as I wanted to gain some insight into how to improve from this point.
Whist on a weekend at Wiruna, my modded 300D failed to start so I was looking for a target that didn't need the HA response that most of the subjects in Orion need. I have long wanted to try the Witches head but figured it was too dim for my gear and experience. Anyway, I slewed over and took a 10 minute test shot. Wow I could actually see the outline of her ugly dial! OK then I took 12 x 10 minutes and hoped for the best. 7 darks were used also but no flats - When I started the darks the scope was parked and I went to bed.
This is the first real outing since getting my new mount (AZEQ6) and am very happy with its tracking ability.
Cheers,
Bruce.

[Chris.B]

wow, that looks great.
Plenty of detail there

[IanP]

Bruce, that is a really good shot .. :thumbsup:
What lens (FL) did you use, and ISO :question:

[BruceG]

It's my WO Megrez 90 with Teleview .85 reducer flattener. Basically the kit in my signature. Glad you like it. I think it's my best effort to date.
Cheers,
Bruce.

[RickS]

Well done, Bruce!

[glend]

Good shot Bruce, and I can cearly see the small spiral galaxy above the head in the left side.

[Placidus]

Excellent.

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