Solar Filter Question

[Sky-Watcher]

Hi, can anyone tell me which Solar Filter to get for one of my telescopes, it's a Skyhawk 1145p.

I have seen the AstroZap Baader Solar Filter (114mm) and the Kendrick and would like advice firstly on which one is recommended given anyone's experience of using such filters?

Secondly, is it better to get one specifically manufactured to fit a particular size, e.g 114mm for mine, or is it OK to purchase one whose size varies e.g 100mm-120mm?

Thanks

[Demonperformer]

A good way of doing this is to get a sheet of solar film First Light Optics - Baader AstroSolar Safety Film ND 5.0 and then make your own - instructions are included and it is considerably cheaper than a ready made one. If you do go for a ready-made one, get one of the right size - a solar filter falling off is NOT good news!