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| View Larger Image | 6X POCKET MAGNIFIER only 1/2" thick + PLASTIC SHEATH | Misc.by Top Optifcal Instruments
| List Price: | $2.99 | |
| | Sales Rank: | 577th |
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FEATURES | - 2" powerful glass lens made of optical glass
- 6x Power
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EDITORIAL REVIEWS |
Product Description
2½" Dia Lens, Power 6X, Glass Lens. |
CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 3.5 based on 3 reviews)
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not 6x, but handy by J. KNOWLES (Wimington, MA USA)  4 Stars
September 25, 2009
This is not 6x. The distortion would be severe if it were. I measured it at about 3x. Nice view for fine print, and isn't all messed up at the edges like higher power magnifiers, which also shade the light. For close work, stacking two of these gives a phenomenal wide view if you place your eye an inch from the lens....a 'super-loupe'. but, yes, that is still just 6x. Very good flatness and depth of field that way, though. If you can give the pocket space, this is a handy general magnifier, and if you want a super wide loupe, try two stacked.
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Not as described by Oval man (Grand Rapids, MI USA)  2 Stars
July 01, 2008
I am disappointed because I didn't get what I was expecting. I purchased this 6X magnifier because I already have a very handy 3X pocket magnifier and a better quality 8X loupe (for flatwork; I used to proof printing with it) and wanted something in-between to view coins. This seemed like the perfect choice. However, the magnifier is 2 1/2" in diameter, not 2" as described, which makes it, for me, too large and bulky to be a lightweight pocket magnifier (glass is heavy!). But more problematic is that I can't see any difference in magnification between my 3X and this one--it might be 4X at the most, but I doubt it.
The balance of the magnifier in the hand is not great but I wouldn't expect much for $4.99. Overall, it's an inexpensive magnifier suitable, I'd say, for reading maps but I am disappointed that it's not the advertised size and stronger.
The service from hobbytoolsupply was excellent; it was shipped and received--across country--within two days from my order.
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great value by Robert J. Lafayette (Manhattan, New York City, USA)  5 Stars
April 07, 2008
Works perfectly, arrived in no time flat.
Get one even if your vision is good.
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SIMILAR PRODUCTS |
| Pocket Magnifier with Self-Storing Case - 8X - 1-1/2" Glass Lens
by Senter
Easy to take along, premium-grade magnification tool for work, home and hobby; excellent low-vision reading aid.
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| TRIPLE LENS MAGNIFIER 5x 5x 5x POWER w/foldable plastic cover
by Top Optifcal Instruments
Unlimited uses for hobbyists,stamp collectors,jewelers,map readers,watch repair,students etc. Compact and convenient for your home, office and travel.
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| Glass Lens, 3" Dia 5X Power magnifier
by SE
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| 30x 21mm Jewelers Loupe Chome Plated
by Top Optifcal Instruments
New 30X Doublet Round Eye Loupe. This is a new doublet lens loupe made of optical glass with a round swing-away chrome plated case. The shape allows it to rest comfortably in the eye socket. This has become the standard style of loupe used in the watch making industry and is excellent for any application where magnification is needed. In terms of performance, it is second to none. It is 30X power and has a focal distance of 1/2" (13 mm). The lens has a 21 mm diameter.
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| The Classic Magnifying Glass 3" with Powerful 5X Magnification - Metal Frame
by HI
Perfect for stamp collecting, detail inspecting and more.Classic-style magnifier still popular for it's effective simplicity.Essential tool for reading & vision aid, examining documents & plans, photographs and collectibles
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