Thread: Magnification recommendations?

Originally Posted by Marshal

So...I've discovered my 60x loupe didn't like the washing machine. And it liked the dryer even less.

I've got my 30x loupe, so I can still function. But I'd really like another 60-100x magnifier. Preferably something that will last a little longer than the throw away loupes found on amazon.

Anyone got any suggestions?

How much are you willing to spend? Are you only considering loupes or are USB or optical microscopes an option?

The problem with a lot of USB scopes is that the have high magnification but not enough resolution. Contact member PCM, please, and ask him what his microscope is. I suggest that because he has posted a lot of very good edge photos with sufficient magnification and resolution and I have been curious to know what he is using but have been too lazy to ask.