fitting filters to eyepieces

[TomC]

absolutely agree, I was not in any way criticising it, just that it's not necessarily the best tool for astro use.

as with most things, I bet you'll find a way if you are resourceful

it might sound daft but some people use sunglasses to view the moon. if there's enough eye relief it may be possible. personally, I don't use filters on the moon unless 50% or more illuminated. if you look for a while your pupil will close up and ease the brightness. looking at some images of your scope it seems to be able to accept standard 1.25" eyepieces. might be worth buying one/some as they will allow more options for astro use. not sure what the focal length of your scope is?

Many thanks for all your help. Yes, it does take standard 1.25 eyepieces so I have that option.  I think the focal length is 540mm according to the Celestron web site.

[Moonshane]

for full moon a 11mm or 10mm would be good then. maybe even a zoom 24-8mm but look about and seek advice before diving in.