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So how long can I safely look at the eclipse WITHOUT glasses.

Can I take like 5 second glances?

Is there some minimum rest period between them?

(I ordered glasses but will assume they are fake).

If you look at the eclipse at all without glasses, you will cause permanent eye damage. It's worse than looking directly at a sun NOT during an eclipse.

Don't do what you suggest. Seriously.

OK.. I just assumed it was the same at staring at the sun... except without the blinding light that normally forces you to look away due to pain.

On further research looks like something about your eye having a specific point to focus on which gets damaged immediately.

Thanks.

If you love your eyes, the answer is zero.

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