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Old 14 January 2007, 04:42 PM
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Did anyone see it over the past few days ??

1st clear evening we've had this evening so im popping out for a look although it's not supposed to be so bright today but should be back tomorrow

To be found on the horizon in the SW between 16.30-17.00 and can be seen with the naked eye.
Old 14 January 2007, 05:31 PM
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I saw it for the first time this evening, just after the sun had gone below the local horizon (about 16:35 where I was).

It was about 5 degrees to the left of the sun, and I would have expected it to pass out of sight itself very soon after the sun. Pretty much lost in the sunset now, a few days ago it would have been more impressive because it could be seen when the sky was a lot darker.

This was possibly the brightest comet for at least 30 years, some reports are suggesting that it is actually a daylight object if you stand in the shadow of a building and know where to look.
Old 14 January 2007, 06:27 PM
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Couldn't see a thing although it was 17:15 at the time so probably long gone by then.

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Old 15 January 2007, 07:38 AM
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I saw nothing

Try again this evening, the forecast is forecast is set to be clear again.
Old 15 January 2007, 11:14 AM
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Will be having a look for this tonight - even popped the binos in the car "just in case the sky is clear enough".
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