8.5″ Planisphere

One of the best regarded planipheresBeautiful bright color designMade of durable plastic – not laminated cardboardDouble-sided for facing North or SouthAccurate and easy-to-readBuilt in CompassPlanet guide on back for locating major visible planets by constellationWorks from 20-50 degree Northern latitudeNeed a hand figuring out what is up in the night sky? try our Knight Planisphere. Simply turn the dial to match the date with the time and hold it overhead to get a grasp on what is up in the night sky! Unlike other planispheres, the Knight has the view of the South on the back for easier understanding and accuracy. Multiple bright deep sky objects are shown. A planet guide helps locate the visible planets by constellation location through the year 2014. Includes pamphlet on astronomy and built-in compass.