Looking for a LOUPE

[Frodov]

Anyone know where I can get a decent if inexpensive Jeweler's Loupe? I find as I get older I'm having more and more trouble seeing very small print and detail like the hallmarks on the backs of found jewelry. Even a handheld magnafying glass doesn't help too much. *sigh* I'm not looking for scientific quality here, or something a jeweler would rely on, just something that will make it easier for me to read those small stamps and hallmarks. THanks!


~HAPPY HUNTING~

Frodov

 

[Kentucky Kache]

I got mine from Ebay.

 

[Montauk3]

1: Google
2: Type "loupe"
3: Voila!

 

[Frodov]

I got mine from Ebay.

Now there's a thought. Thanks!

~HAPPY HUNTING~

Frodov

 

[Woodland Detectors]

Yep, ebay is a good start.
A 10X triplet loupe is a good choice for viewing jewelry. It is the type of loupe used by professionals to grade diamonds and other gemstones. Anything visible through a more powerful loupe, while interesting, isn't included on a grading report.

Look for a loupe with black framing around the lens, because black eliminates reflections that can alter the color of the object you are viewing. Good luck!

 

[olepossum]

go to a coin shoppe i got a good one for under 20 bucks

 

[TerryC]

Like Possom says, a coin shop. Or watch the (retail stall) flea markets. A cheap... but suficient... 10X will go for about $5. TTC

 

[diggemall]

Harbor Freight has 'em too...........

http://www.harborfreight.com/catalogsearch/result/?category=&q=LOUPE

Diggem'

 

[Bramblefind]

Amazon has a good selection -

http://www.amazon.com/s/?tag=treasurenet01-20

 

[baspinall]

If you go Ebay route look for and older German one they seem to have better lenses.

Brian