M27 - The Dumbell Nebula
LAAstro.com by Gary Schones & Bill Patterson
Catalog: Messier Object 27

Magnitude:  8.1

Size:  15.2'

Constellation:
Vulpecula

Common Name or Description: Irregular extended planetary nebula
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Date Taken:  08/5/05             Location:  Anza, CA   
Equipment:  RCOS 16" scope & STL11k
Exposure:  RGB = 30/30/30

Notes: First light image for new RCOS scope - a real beauty!