[-George-]

Hello,

I have a GSO 12" scope and wanted to get a Solar Filter for it.

I rang up a few places, they have Solar filters made of Mylar. Then I found what Alex said about the BAADER solar filters. They do not use Mylar.

Then, I read those that want an even surface can not get the Film type filter but a glass type or something rather.

What is the best type to get and the most safe?

The only concern I have is, you buy the filter, its faulty or not made correct and you end up blind for life because of needing to trust a manufacturer did it right and you do not end up with a dud that looks ok but in actual fact is not good.

Also, observing the sun, is this something you can from day to day, or, there will be repercussions?

Obviously we only have 1 set of eyes, once destroyed, that is it, forever. So I hope you can understand why the questions/concern.

Thanks