3.2"X2.6" PRINTER;S MAGNIFIER:MG-07535

by ToolUSA

Product Description

MG-07535 : 2 3/4" X 2" Rectangular Loupe 5x : : (Desktop Magnifiers)
Perfect For Checking Registration And Detailing, This Magnifier Works On Any Surface. The Powerful Optics Show You What You Need To See; 2 3/4" (70mm) X 2" (50mm) Lens; Also Works Great For Hobbies. Best If Used On Illuminated Work Desk.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0018QJKA6
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #313,425 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

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3.0 out of 5 stars Not a Loupe, Just a Magnifier., March 3, 2010

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J_Frank (OH!O) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: 3.2"X2.6" PRINTER;S MAGNIFIER:MG-07535 (Misc.)

This item was mis-identified by the seller as a Loupe. It is not, it is a stand magnifier. The manufacturer (Hawk), does not claim it is a Loupe. The difference is, when you are looking at an item, say a map, with the magnifier right down on the surface, your eye must be 6-8" away from the lens to achieve focus, whereas a loupe is designed to be used with your eye very close to the optic. Alternately, you can hold this up to your eye, but the object would be in focus 6 or 8" away from the base of the stand, thereby defeating the purpose of the stand.

Other than that, it seems OK. It actually has a glass lens, but only a single element, the rest of the magnifier is plastic. Because of the large lens, it is (top)heavy.

I wish the seller would properly describe this item, because, if you are looking for a loupe, this isn't it.
If you are looking for a CHEAP stand magnifier, this may work for you, just don't expect great optical quality.