Orion 05662 1.25-Inch 13 Percent Transmission Moon Filter (Black), Single

I'm new to astrometry, and this is my first accessory purchase, aside from my scope, and I'm very pleased with it. This filter allows me to see the moon much more clearly by blocking some of the glare, similar to how sunglasses can bring out more details when viewing things. It sharpens the details and provides just the right amount of contrast, allowing me to see the mountains and valleys much more clearly. The improved viewing quality is well worth the price.

Leland Atkins

| Apr 13, 2021

This accomplishes the following: Reduce the amount of light you receive when observing the moon, and believe me, it works wonders. Not only does this make it easier for the eye to observe the moon when the majority of its surface is illuminated, but it also preserves the image's natural color, so the moon remains white but is slightly less bright. It's also a perfect fit for my glasses. I would strongly advise anyone interested in viewing the moon through a telescope to use this filter; it is simply more pleasing to the eye than doing so without one.

Fox Garrett

| May 21, 2021

It fit my stock lenses perfectly, and I used it to observe Venus the other night, and it made a significant difference given how bright Venus was at the time; I haven't looked at the moon yet, but I plan to do so soon.

Artemis Galloway

| Jun 18, 2021

The moon is much easier to see with this filter on. When you look at the moon through a telescope, you'll notice how bright it can be. br>br>There's one more point to mention. It goes through the eyepiece's back (inside). (I'm just trying to save you some time and aggravation. ).

Colin Dickerson

| Jun 26, 2021

even for inexperienced people I'd been a (very) casual stargazer for years and had never used a filter, but when I recently upgraded telescopes, I decided to give it a try. I was under the impression that it would simply fuzze the image - I was, however, completely mistaken. Although image clarity remains excellent, it protects your eyes from glare and allows you to see much more detail. I tried to observe the moon without the filter by switching eyepieces, but it was impossible. It was far too bright to be enjoyable to watch. br>br>Excellent craftsmanship - It threaded smoothly and without difficulty into my eyepieces. It makes me feel good- made. It was also delivered quickly. br>br>If you're wondering if you really need this product, the answer is yes. It might be worthwhile to get a couple of these to avoid the minor inconvenience of switching between commonly used eyepieces.

Raina Snider

| May 19, 2021

You're'moon-less' if you don't have one. After looking through your telescope, you will be 'blind' for several minutes. br>br>By removing much of the brightness, this filter allows you to spend more time looking at the moon. However, I have the impression that it could be darker, as I am still slightly'moon-like' when I step away from the telescope. For a couple of minutes, I was 'blinded. ' This one is fine, but if you can find one that is darker, go for it!.

Marlowe BURROWS

| May 14, 2021

This is stunning. To create this stunning image, I used this moon filter in conjunction with my Orion telescope and the 17mm eyepiece.

Octavia Obrien

| Mar 19, 2021

When I first used this product, I was surprised at how much of a difference it made; I'd never looked at the moon through a telescope before, and I was surprised at how much of a difference this filter made. Observing the moon, particularly when it is full or near-full, is a rewarding experience. full, without this filter, it's far too bright and difficult to see much. The experience is much more pleasant to the eye with this filter, however. br>br>It's a perfect fit for my telescope, and I've had no issues with it.

Bryant Goodwin

| Dec 24, 2021