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AlanK
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Reged: 01/26/07
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Loc: Auckland, New Zealand
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Re: Hunting the Dumbbell Nebula
07/03/09 09:12 PM
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Its big alright - even shows as a small patch through 7x50 binoculars. Through my scope at low power there's almost a 3D effect with it appearing to float in front of the starry background.
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