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Old 09-03-2014, 12:58 AM
Rob_K
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Hi Dana - there are a couple of descriptions of visual sightings at these links, a bit short on detail though (some kind of 'twitching' exercise?). These are experienced observers though, using 20" scopes.
http://www.astronomy-mall.com/Advent...ce/palglob.htm
http://www.astronomy-mall.com/Advent...e/obscure2.htm

Barbara Wilson describes a 2.5' diameter distinct haze, with no resolution. Doug Snyder describes a hazy object visible at 423x. The field wasn't crowded so it was easy to pinpoint the exact spot - but it was "challenging to say the least".

Never seen it myself, and never will with my set-up at least! Pal 8 is my limit!

Cheers -
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