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All skywatchers need a planisphere, or sky wheel, to quickly show which stars and constellations are visible from their location on any date and time. Find the planisphere that is right for you. | ||
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The Night Sky Planisphere by David S. Chandler Highly Recommended Every sky watcher needs an easy-to-use planisphere to quickly tell which stars and constellations are above their horizon on any day and time of the year. How it Works: The Night Sky Planisphere is made up of 2 sections -- an inner rotating dial (white) marked with the days and months of the year, and a fixed outer section (blue) marked with the hours of the day. The inner dial contains a sky map printed with dark stars on a light background for easy nighttime readability. To use the planisphere simply turn the inner dial to match the date with the time on the fixed outer part. The planisphere will then show the stars and constellations currently above the horizon as well as the location of the Milky Way. It works for any hour, of any day, of any year! The Night Sky Planisphere is unique because it uses a two-sided projection to reduce sky distortion. Most other planispheres severely distort the sky view furthest from the celestial pole, namely the southern horizon for a northern hemisphere planisphere (or the northern horizon for a southern hemisphere planisphere). Many sky watchers believe The Night Sky is the best planisphere available because it reduces this type of sky distortion. We agree, and recommend the larger 8.5-inch diameter planisphere design as the more useful of the two sizes. Larger planispheres are available -- Guide to the Stars (below) -- which may suit some people better. Made of durable plastic The Night Sky Planisphere will last many, many years.
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Guide to the Stars -- Northern Hemisphere by Ken Graun January 2013, 5th Edition. A jumbo 16-inch diameter planisphere -- the largest in size of any. Features a large star field viewing window with black stars on a white background. The back has practical information, including dates of meteor showers, planet data, historical timeline and observing tips. Made of plastic. Formally called the David H. Levy Guide to the Stars. Can be used anywhere in the world between latitudes 30° and 60° North, which includes the US and Canada, England, Europe, Northern China and Japan.
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Guide to the Stars -- Southern Hemisphere by Ken Graun July 2012, 2nd Edition. The Southern Hemisphere version of the Guide to the Stars planisphere. Features a large star field viewing window with black stars on a white background. The back has practical information, including dates of meteor showers, planet data, historical timeline and observing tips. Made of plastic. Can be used anywhere in the world between latitudes 30° and 65° South.
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Guide to the Stars -- Equatorial Edition by Ken Graun September 2009, 1st Edition. Description: This planisphere was specifically designed for use around the Equator but it is useful from latitudes 30 degrees North to 30 degrees South. The instructions are in English and Spanish. Some locations that this star chart can be used include: Southern Florida, Hawaii, Mexico, Cuba, Central America, northern and central South America including all of Brazil, central and southern Africa, Saudi Arabia, India, southern China, Philippines, Indonesia, New Guinea and northern Australia. Note: Although this star chart was designed specifically for use at or near the equator, with a little ingenuity, it can be used anywhere in the world because it charts the entire night skies of the northern and southern hemispheres.
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Messier Observer's Planisphere by Mike Krzywonski 1st Edition, 2015 Description: An enormous 18-inch planisphere which contains all 110 Messier Objects plus dozens of additional deep sky treasures. Perfect for budding astronomers who want to learn the night sky, as well as for seasoned observers who are working on the Astronomical League's Messier program, or those participating in a Messier Marathon! All astronomers will love the easy to use format, the quick reference on the back, and the locator charts for difficult objects. The large star chart is easy to see, even with dark adapted vision. Colors are optimized for viewing under red light. Best for latitudes between 30° and 60° North. On the Front:
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