Review of the BEST Solar Eclipse Glasses and where to get them

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In this video, I review four solar eclipse glasses recommended by the American Astronomical Society on AAS.org.
The glasses are:
Lunt Solar Systems: amzn.to/3SJMzFZ (Lunt has moved their glasses exclusively to their Amazon Store)
Lunt Adult + Kids Glasses pack: amzn.to/4boFUs7
American Paper Optics: www.eclipseglasses.com/produc...
Thousand Oaks Optical: thousandoaksoptical.com/shop/...
Thousand Oaks Optical reseller on Amazon: amzn.to/3QVyPrp
Rainbow Symphony on Amazon: amzn.to/3Ou1rF4
Rainbow Symphony: www.rainbowsymphony.com/produ...
If you want to purchase the Thousand Oaks Optical Solar Film, you can buy it from Agena Astro here: bit.ly/437xoZw
Stay tuned for my next video where we'll create a hat for a telescope using the above solar filter!
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:32 Solar Glasses Safety
2:07 Testing Method with my Camera Lens
2:13 April 8, 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
3:15 What eclipse glasses I'm reviewing
3:42 Thousand Oaks Optical Eclipse Glasses Review
5:22 Rainbow Symphony Eclipse Glasses Review
6:11 Lunt Solar Systems Eclipse Glasses Review
7:30 American Paper Optics Eclipse Glasses Review
8:25 Summary of my findings
10:02 Comparing all solar eclipses together
11:04 Viewing the eclipse without glasses
12:30 Safety notes and final thoughts
13:20 End
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[@Naztronomy]

Learn how to make a cheap solar eclipse filter for your telescope: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aobbi6GXoKeMprc

[@VGMoose]

Thank you so much for explaining the difference in polymer around 6:20 for the Lunt ones. Was freaking out when comparing to a more reflective pair!

[@Naztronomy]

Glad that part was helpful! Hope you had a good view of the eclipse!

[@TaciGrant]

Dude!! I was in a battle of picking the right choice, and you saved me hours now!! I never purchased eclipse glasses before and it’s pretty easy to get confused and buy a fake one for not knowing well. Thank you very much!!!

[@Naztronomy]

Glad this was helpful! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about glasses or anything eclipse related. I've been going on overdrive the past few weeks with my solar outreach.

[@TaciGrant]

@@Naztronomy You already helped me tons, friend! I really appreciate your advice. I order the Lunt solar glasses adult and kids kit through your Amazon link on the description of your video. 🙏 God bless you and your family.

[@TaciGrant]

The link was already out of stock, but through that page I found another option in a smaller number which worked out better for me. 😊 👍 Thanks!!

[@rabaco51]

Thank you so much for this comparison video and all the advice you shared!

[@Naztronomy]

Anytime and thank you for watching 😊

[@HxC_Fragman]

Heck yeah. Thanks bro! I went with lundt as they also have junior size. I like the solid no-glow look. Looks clean and crisp. Thank you so much. Awesome work on this video.

[@Naztronomy]

Glad this video was helpful! Hope you enjoy the glasses!

[@hhairball9]

Thank you for the info and the links!

[@Naztronomy]

Anytime! Thank you for watching and clear skies!

[@ghost_m3p]

Thank you so much for this information!

[@Naztronomy]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@Vangel.01211p]

I have the Lunt Solar Systems they're are very good, i can enjoy the solar eclipse 🌘💘

[@Naztronomy]

I agree that they are very good! They seem to be a crowd favorite if I go by the referral link clicks this video has gotten me. Clear skies!

[@JennaGetsCreative]

Thanks for the information! Mine are listed on AAS. I'm relieved! If I put them on here in my office, sitting in front of a window and surrounded by novelty lights and 2 monitors, I can only just barely see the 7,000 lumen panel bulb on my ceiling.

[@Naztronomy]

Glad this video was helpful! And what you are seeing is a good test! What brand did you get if you don't mind me asking?

[@JennaGetsCreative]

@@Naztronomy Galaxium imported by Jaxy Optical Instruments

[@Naztronomy]

@@JennaGetsCreative Perfect! I like that Galaxium actually links to the lab tests right on their home page. I wish other vendors did the same. Hope you enjoy the eclipse!

[@rickferrucci5583]

Now, 11 months after this video was made. And less than a week until the 2024 eclipse. The Lunt solar system glasses have almost doubled in price.

[@Naztronomy]

They also moved all of their smaller quantity products to Amazon and are no longer selling the 2.5 million pair pack. Sadly, no one ever used my referral link for that when their affiliate program was still working 😥

[@ElectraMoseley]

Amazon $6.99 for 10 pairs. Keep them that way you got sum when you need them you can use them for 3D movies too

[@boondockmom]

I appreciate the information, especially how to use the glasses as a camera filter. I will have to practive before April. It was helpful to see what your camera was able to capture. I do like the clarity vs glow with the Lunt. I wonder which one would be best for capturing the ring or beads. Also, Lunt also makes glasses for children. My 5 year old is getting into astronomy and I think trying to get adult glasses to fit him might be a challenge.

[@Naztronomy]

Thanks, Dayna! (apologies in advance for the long wall of text) I think any of these would be fine for capturing the diamond ring or Baily's beads because I'm pretty sure the glow will be almost nonexistent for any of these glasses. The glow exists because the sun is just super bright which shouldn't be the case when the sun is ~1% illuminated. So I don't think you can go wrong with any of these for this use case. With that said, if you're looking to use these for your camera, I'd highly recommend making a dedicated one instead of rigging these glasses. It's risky because even a small leak over time can damage your gear (and your eyes if you look through the finder). You can get a cheap filter sheet for around $10. I have a video on that here if you're interested: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aobbi6GXoKeMprc The Lunt kids glasses are actually great! A friend of mine bought some for his 8 year old. My son will be 1 year old next April so he probably won't really enjoy the eclipse, but I'm still gonna get him a pair of kids glasses. Supposedly, American Paper Optics also has kids glasses but I can't seem to find it in their shop. And Rainbow Symphony has eclipse cards for kids (but I think the adult version is a better deal). As a disclaimer, since I made the video, both links to Lunt and American Paper Optics in the description are referral links. But I equally endorse all 4 brands that I reviewed in the video. It's awesome to hear that your 5 year old is getting into astro! He'll really enjoy the eclipse. I host "star parties" every year and I love the look on kids' faces when they look through my telescope. I recommend looking to see if there are any astronomy clubs near you that you can join. Us astronomers love talking about space and showing other people what we can see with our scopes. Let me know if you have any questions and I wish you both clear skies!

[@boondockmom]

We do have a local astronomy group that hosts a monthly stargazing with their super sweet telescopes! He has a trainer telescope that we’ve been able to capture pictures of the moon and Jupiter using my iPhone through the eyepiece. I’m working with constellations with him right now, but where we live it’s hard to find a dark sky.

[@Naztronomy]

@@boondockmom That's awesome! Good on you for getting him started early! I feel your pain about dark skies. I live right outside Boston and it's pretty hard so we try to take weekend stargazing trips whenever we can.

[@avt_astro206]

Intresting Review, Crazy Intro! I have Used Fresh Camera Films For watching solar eclipses. They block the sun light quite well!

[@Naztronomy]

Thank you :) the glasses falling off my head was a total accident but I figured I'd keep it. Be careful looking at the sun with camera films! This includes x-ray film. They block a lot of the visible light but I don't believe that they block enough of the UV and IR wavelengths which are the real dangers for your eyes. The polymers used in the lens of solar eclipse glasses and filters block out most of the visible light along with all the UV and IR.

[@avt_astro206]

@@Naztronomy Haha, i swear i have only used it ones. Back When I had no telescope or Camera, i used to to watch the solar eclipse of 2019 on 26 December. It was Totally fine, had no problems, I definitely won't do it again, haha!

[@Naztronomy]

Glad to hear :) stay safe and clear skies!

[@Sasskitten]

Thanks for the review. I am ending up going with VisiSolar. You didn't review them but they are on this list this year. But also I don't make it a habit to stare at the sun constantly (After all don't want neck pain right?) It also comes with a filter for cameras so maybe I'll just do that and not look at all lol.

[@Naztronomy]

Very cool! VisiSolar is a great brand. The AAS has greatly expanded their list since I made the video. I reviewed 4 other types of glasses a few months ago (kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6ineoNriJl5Y8k) and if I had the time and the money, I'd love to test every single reseller and manufacturer on the AAS list. Maybe before the next one :) Clear skies!

[@Sasskitten]

@@Naztronomy Well you will have plenty of time lol. I hear the next one is either in 2044 or 2099.

[@Naztronomy]

@@Sasskitten I plan to be at both! We're also planning on traveling for the 2027 eclipse. Hopefully that happens. Check out my other video here if you haven't already seen it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWWVqqhplJh7l9E

[@cloclo042007]

I got the Eclipse Guard, by Celestial Optical. I hope they are good enough

[@Naztronomy]

That is a reputable brand! If you followed their purchase link from their website, then you have the right products. Clear skies!

[@carlaorozco1639]

okay maybe it's a stupid question but I just bought some today at Kroger the numbers are correct But they are totally black, I can see nothing, nothing, how am I going to see the eclipse with that?

[@Naztronomy]

If you put them on and go outside when it's sunny, can you see the sun? Good eclipse glasses will only allow you to see the sun and very bright bulbs. But everything else should be pitch black.