There's lots of fun to be had going wide field isn't there.
It's hard standing still for so long too. LOL
Like Greg said, this one is a bit too bright and the finer detail is washed out.
You worry too much about the stars around the border. Everyone knows and understands.
But, knocking the F stop up a notch or two will also give the Milky Way more contrast.
It's all about experimentation isn't it. And having fun.