Lightwedge Lighted Pocket Magnifier, Black

by Lightwedge

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

For on-the-fly magnification and illumination, popping out the Lightwedge mini magnifier is easy, quick, and convenient. Designed to stash in a pocket, purse, or glove compartment, the unit slides open to turn on its powerful LED light and offers 3X magnification in a generous rectangular frame. It is great for helping make out tiny map markings, reading instruction manual fine print, and examining details on found treasures. Slim and lightweight, the magnifier delivers up to 20 hours of light on two CR1130 batteries, which are included. It measures approximately 4-1/2 by 1/2 by 2 inches, weighs less than 2 ounces, and comes in an array of fun colors both opaque and translucent.

Product Description

The Pocket Magnifier is so popular, we are having a hard time keeping it on our shelves! Slide open to activiate the powerful LED light. The square lens provides strong 3X magnification perfect for menus, instruction manuals, maps and more! This deluxe lighted magnifier is a favorite gift for all readers.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 1.9 x 0.6 x 5.8 inches ; 1.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000I6REXM
• Item model number: GP01-0100
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (77 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #219 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing (See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing)
  • #7 in Office Products > Office Supplies > Desk Accessories & Workspace Organizers > Magnifiers
  • #12 in Home Improvement > Lamps & Light Fixtures > Specialty Lighting > Book Lights

Customer Reviews

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47 of 51 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars great addition to your purse, February 8, 2008

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This review is from: Lightwedge Lighted Pocket Magnifier, Black (Kitchen)

Love the Great point light pocket magnifier! works great, especially if you forget your glasses and can't read the menu when you are out for dinner.... the light is a bonus in a dark restaurant, too. I would have given 5 stars if it came with a case that covers the glass. The clear plastic case it comes in is a little tacky and I'd be willing to pay a little more for a nice case to protec the lens.

31 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Greatest invention ever, January 7, 2009

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Old Man Bob "Toetag" (The great ole USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: LightWedge Pocket Magnifier (Tools & Home Improvement)

I purchased this because my other magnifying glasses were scratched and it is a son of a gun holding the magnifying glass in one hand and a flashlight in the other. This product solves that with flying colors. The lamp is very bright, and illuminates very well. The 3 X optical is just right... whether it is splinters, small print or dates on coins, or identifying small bugs, this will easily make all things larger and visible.

The day after I got mine, I ordered two more.. .one for my 86 year old father in law and one for my 78 year old mom. The day after my father in law got his, he called up and asked for another one for a neighbor who saw it and also wanted on. My mom called a few days later and asked me to get one for my aunt. I now have bought six of them in the last two weeks. The bright translucent colors are pretty and help the elders find it easily.

The only downside, as mentioned in other reviews, it the plastic case it comes in. I tossed mine and put the glass in a soft cloth drawstring bag that had been used for marbles. It fit perfectly. With prime shipping it is a no lose proposition. Get one now or when you get that sliver or splinter, and want a magnifying glass, I guarantee you will be thinking about how you passed this up. 4 stars because of the lousy plastic box, but 5 stars for the product itself.

20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very good but not great, June 8, 2010

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Robert S. Tobias (Arlington, VA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Lightwedge Lighted Pocket Magnifier, Black (Kitchen)

What I liked was the quality of the lens and the built in light. Then lens had no discernable distortion anywhere. It magnified everything evenly without the ripples and distortion that I've seen with other low cost magnifiers. This light is a nice touch and easy to use. If you want it on just pull the lens out a bit. It is focused very close to the center of what you will be look at and provides nice, even coverage.

What I didn't like was the brightness (actually dimmness) of the light and where it is focused. LEDs can be lots brighter, I know as I've seen them. Also, the light focuses at the center of you field of view but only when the lens is too close to be focused properly.

Bottom line is this is a good value for a magnifier and could have been made great with better quality control.

BTW, I feel that honest, effective reviews can take the place of first-hand experiences that are lacking in online shopping. I've always appreciated the help I've received from other reviewers and work hard to return the favor as best as I can. I hope you found this review helpful and if there was anything you thought was lacking or unclear leave a comment and I'll do what I can to fix it.