07-04-2010, 03:06 PM
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Originally Posted by ManOnTheMoon
Dont worry stu I havent seen any galaxies with my new 8" Skywatcher DOB yet either! I couldnt even find omega centurus last night and I seen it heaps of other nights but not last night! I wanted to see the galaxy thats nearby and I got frustrated and left it and watched saturn instead. Saturns moons are now on the right side and I think Titan is slightly higher and further out than the rest? It looks very clear and the rings are sharp but sideon in my 15mm ep with a 2x barlow  |
Good on you MAtt!! Saturn is a wonderful target, apart from being easy to find, it is a delight. Mars is also easy, but can be a disappointment for some, which minimal detail seen, but hey, its Mars!!
Shame about Omega Centauri - try again tonight. There will be atime soon, that you will find it easy each time, so dont worry.
Have you seen the Orion Nebula - stunning!!! The 'blur' in the sword of Orion. After you find it, chnage your EP for a closer view. 
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