Magnifying thingy

[GVP]

Greetings!

Stealing the image from GypsyGraphic's post a few days ago, I need one of these magnifying thingys. Any suggestions as to where, and what are they actually called? The type shown is exactly what I'm looking for.

Thanks!

 

[bob]

A magnifying arm light available at any office supply emporium.

 

[joeshaul]

"Desktop Magnifier" should get you what you want. They come in all shapes and varieties.

I have a pretty fancy one that clamps to the table and has multiple lens and flourescent lighting. Mainly used it for electronic projects when I'd have to repair circuit boards or clean up coffee/etc from someone's recent blackberry juggling experiment.

Quick google result:
http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/MG-ELECTRONICS-LUX-300-/21-9165

 

[ABPGraphics]

how about a hand held one?

 

[Pat Whatley]

http://www.dickblick.com/products/heavy-duty-magnifier-lamp/#photos

 

[GypsyGraphics]

i have a pretty good idea where you can get one of those!

Office Depot... i think i paid $60 for it. bought a crappy plastic one first that was worthless. I LOVE THIS CHROME ONE!

i'll go check for a name or see if i can find a link.

 

[GAC05]

If you are going for new gear might as well make a fashion statement at the same time.
Customers see you with these on and they will pay premium rates just to watch you work.

http://theawesomer.com/5-lens-steampunk-goggles/11457/

wayne k
guam usa

 

[jiarby]

I bought a great one... all metal, with a cast iron base at a garage sale! $3

 

[SignManiac]

I thought they were sold as penis enlargers???