I may add there are countless ways to reduce the apparent brightness of the moon when observing it.
Notably:-
1) Do not allow yourself to get dark adapted before you start observing.
2) Have some exterior lights on nearby or interior lights on nearby. Not in a position to introduce reflections, but to stop you getting dark adapted before you begin observing.
3) Use as high a magnification as possible. The higher the magnification the lower the apparent brightness of the target.
Cheers,
John B
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