Which scope and which filter to view Mercury transit

[MrCit]

Totally new to solar viewing here. I want to see the Mercury transit this November. My question: is a filter for the front of one of my scopes a good way to do so? Which scope would you recommend? I am guessing the 6SE? Would the filter linked below work? Other recommendations? Thanks for your advice!

https://www.highpointscientific.com/...escopes-az1016

[Gabby76]

Baader solar film can be used to do solar viewing and it is easy to make a filter cell for your telescope.
The last transit I used a 80mm refractor so a 150mm will show it.

[Star Dad]

The last transit I used an 8" Newtonian reflector - yeah, way too much light gathering ability. I used to use those "film" type filters but they are flimsy and the double sided sticky tape that holds the mylar to the frame parts easily in either a strong wind or over time. If that mylar comes loose and your eye is looking through it at the time you can easily destroy your sight. If you plan on viewing the sun in the future, I would highly recommend getting a glass filter. They're more expensive but also a lot safer and (seemingly) last forever. Mine is now 10 years old. The mylar one I bought lasted about a year.

[Gabby76]

A properly made solar filter will not “come apart” in use, double sided tape is not recommended usually as it can loosen from the heat while observing. If the filter is not held by a tight press fit or nylon screws it should then be firmly taped into place.
Never view with a loose fitting filter.
Baader and Kendrick Astro both have excellent instructions on making a proper cell for the film.

When not in use the filter should be stored in a container to keep it from sharp objects and visually checked before use the same as any film or glass solar filter. If a spot/ pinhole is found a black marker or paint can be used to cover it.

In terms of resolution the best is a Herschel wedge followed by the Baader solar film and then Mylar and glass filters.
Resolution differences can be found online on various websites if wanting to check.

[bpm990d]

If you are going to do visual observing, make sure to get the Baader film that is rated for visual. They do sell some just for photography, but not to be used with eyeballs.

I have had the Baader film and it is excellent. I have a solar wedge for my refactors and film for my Dob.

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