Error searching

[Johnny5]

What do you use when searching for errors? Do you use a hand held loop or do you where a visor? I use a hand held loop 5X at 2 1/2 inches but I think a visor would be a lot easier and faster. Any recommendations would be appreciated.

 

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[Bodkin]

Since I use a loop at work, that is what I have been using for error searching for years. Theeeeeennn, the other day I tried looking at errors through the lowest setting on my work microscope. I blew through a bag of coins in no time. Huge difference for me. Much steadier and consistent light source. If you can, try one for yourself and see. I'm sure even a lower quality microscope will make things "easier and faster". Obviously, in the field I'll have my loop. (never liked those visor things, just me) IMHO

 

[Styfflin]

Right now, naked eye. If I spot anything unusual, I hit it with my 10x loupe.
It's not a great system.
I'm planning on switching to a live video stream from a camera with a macro lens to a decent-sized television via HDMI. My dream is to search from a recliner. No more eye, neck, back, or butt strain. Just lean back with a bag of loose coin next to me, look up at the TV, and enjoy the experience. I have yet to figure out the logistics of this, but I'll try.

 

[port ewen ace]

eyecup 10X on right lens of my specs, check both sides. suspects get the 20X or 40X confirmation. always have reflecting light source for the coin "wiggle" to spot bounce from scratch vs. raised metal

 

[Johnny5]

Thanks guys for the advice.

 

[TwoYewts]

You can do a setup with a usb microscope such as this:


I happen to use the Andonstar and hooked it up to a spare monitor that I had lying around, mounted the monitor above my workbench/desk and can blow through a box of coin pretty quickly as long as wife and kids are occupied. I also purchased some polarizers for it as seen here:



which made a big difference when it came to taking pics.

Hope that helps
TwoYewts

 

[enamel7]

Right now, naked eye. If I spot anything unusual, I hit it with my 10x loupe.
It's not a great system.
I'm planning on switching to a live video stream from a camera with a macro lens to a decent-sized television via HDMI. My dream is to search from a recliner. No more eye, neck, back, or butt strain. Just lean back with a bag of loose coin next to me, look up at the TV, and enjoy the experience. I have yet to figure out the logistics of this, but I'll try.

If your first reliable source is the naked eye, your missing a lot for sure. H.E. Harris and Co 16X loupe is the way to go! Get it at any Hobby Lobby.

 

[gordon and tanner]

If I can not see it with my naked eye. It is not an error.

Keep on Searching
Dad and Tanner

 

[Styfflin]

If I can not see it with my naked eye. It is not an error.

I mostly agree with this. The biggest and most obvious errors and varieties are the most desirable.
However, I also think it would be most efficient to see everything magnified right away and not trust my naked eyes as much. I'm sure I've missed a fair share of keepers because my first glance wasn't a good glance.