M106;Seyfert galaxy.

[cotterless45]

Between the clag this morning spent some time on this. It was clear against a light polluted sky. At x100 I could see the graininess of the spiral arms. It really is worth seeking out. I usually go half way between Chara ( canes Ven.) and Phad.

[swamp thing]

Great object this.

Always reminds me of a French curve when I observe it. Loads of structure.

Regards Steve

[Double Kick Drum]

I had a big galaxy session last night but missed that one. How easy is it to view compared to the other brighter Canes Venatici galaxies, like NGC 4449 and M94?

[michael.h.f.wilkinson]

M106 is one of my favourite galaxies. Apart from the distinct structure it has this almost stellar core, just like M77.

[cotterless45]

In reference to the ease of viewing, it really depends on seeing conditions. Even with an apparent clear sky the seeing can vary from excellent to awful. This May i had a super clear evening and observed ngcs 4631,4656/57,4244,4214,4111,4490,4111,4490,4449,5005 and 5033 in Canes venatici.There's plenty time yet!!

I'd put M106 on par with the brightest of these at mag. 9.1.

[Admiral Crispy]

In saw M106 last night with my Dob in what was poor seeing conditions - M1 was barely visible with averted vision, it was that bad! I could see M106 as a kind of long streak with a slightly brighter centre, but not much else, in my 30mm Aero EP. Didn't think of using greater magnification, so will give that a go next time!