Those &^%$#^ Sun filters are back on eBay!!

[Merlin66]

Will they never learn????
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Optical-Lens-Filter-Astronomical-Telescope-Filter-Set-Observation-Filter-ToolsOZ/132320937033
and the usual copy cats.....

Please, Please post a vendor question:
""
This item must be withdrawn.
It is extremely unsafe to use with a telescope.
The heat of the Sun can crack the glass and cause possible blindness.
Please remove it from sale.
""

Also "Report Item"
- Category - Prohibited and restricted items
- Reason - Hazardous materials
-Detailed reason - other hazardous materials

[baileys2611]

I reported it (good instructions!) but can't post a question - not sure how to do that.

[luka]

Done.

Simon, you can use contact seller to send a message.

[luka]

I actually got a reply from the ebay seller after I messaged them about the danger:

[miker]

I recieved the same reply after sending the message. Hopefully we will make him reconsider. Thanks for bringing it to our attention Merlin.

Michael

[Sooby]

Reported.

[fsphotography]

Reported and messaged seller.

[IcePhoenix]

Reported. Thanks