Microscope recommendation
I've been using the Radio Shack 60X-100X microscope for the last year or so, but recently randydance mentioned that he uses a 30X model. I don't really like the Radio Shack microscope, so I thought I'd try the one Randy uses.
It arrived on Saturday, and I paid about $15 shipped on eBay.
This thing is much, much better than the RS microscope. The little LED light is brighter than the RS scope, and you can change the angle of the light to get a better reflection off the bevel.
The unit is heavier, which makes it more stable. And even though it's only 30X, the view is much clearer than the RS scope, so I find I'm able to see more detail in the edge.
Here's a link to the one I'm talking about:
http://www.amazon.com/Great-Wall-Opt.../dp/B0006VSV90
There are a lot of them on eBay, too. :)
I'm glad I gave this a try; I think I'll use it more than I've been using my RS model.
Just thought I'd share!
Josh