Observation of Comet Linear, July 3, 2001, 3:00-4:00 AM
Location: Newton, MA
Sky conditions: Clear with some haze, moderate light pollution
Observation: Comet Linear was easily seen below the Square of Pegasus with all instruments including 9x60 finder, 14x70 binoculars, 4" refractor, and 10" reflector. It was not visible to naked eye. Coma was diffuse, no tail seen, slight central condensation. It was very similar appearance and brightness to the core of Andromeda galaxy which is located close by for easy comparison. It was less defined than Andromeda.
Be sure to go out the next clear morning to observe Comet Linear before it dims and the moon interferes.
Joseph Rothchild
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