If you put 'jewelers loupe' (with or without the apostrophe) you will get a lot of hits and 10x, 20x, 30x power options. I like that they are toteable and fit into little accessory bags, but may not have the field you are hoping for. Seems one always needs one anyway, so good to have around.
I have a small one with weaker power built in my Swiss Army Card, which is credit card sized and has scissors, tweezers, and so forth. Styles vary with about 6-8 options contained within, from screwdrivers to toothpicks, pens to pins. (Most purchased at Target.) You can forget you are carrying it (in my wallet) so may get stopped at the airport or courthouse, etc. Usually a joke about how the benign hobby of knitting makes middle aged women viewed askance, brings a smile and one is passed on through. Not guaranteed... There are more magnifying options in the 10x range via optical shops for readers, but some have gradations in the plastic versions which may interfere in details of lace. They can come in sheets nearly the size of a standard page (8.5x11") Lighted options may be nice, also. I used to buy 20x magnifiers with a light to view eye color and formations as a color and image consultant. These should still be available and fit in the hand. Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to [email protected] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [email protected]. For help, write to [email protected]. Photo site: http://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003
