Where can I find a loupe?

RyanFan34 · February 17, 2006 3:48PM

I am looking for a loupe so that I can inspect my cards closer before I send them in to get graded. Where can I find one of these and how much?
Steve

zef204 · February 17, 2006 3:55PM

eBay is a good place...

I would go for a 10x magnification. I like the one you put in your eye, but there are tons of hand helds as well.

RyanFan34 · February 17, 2006 3:57PM

thanks and is there a certain brand and what else should i look for in one?
Steve

zef204 · February 17, 2006 4:01PM

Brands vary, just get one from a guy with good feedback.

Some guys swear by the ones with the light, I didn't like that. You can't beat looking at card in sunlight.

As far as what else, think abou how you would like to use it, handheld or in the eye socket. Not sure how many more choices there are besides how it is held and the mag. Let us know specifics if you get held up on a certain point.

RyanFan34 · February 17, 2006 4:03PM

cool thanks.
Steve

zef204 · February 17, 2006 4:10PM

No prob, and welcome to the board. That Ryan/Ventura photo is one of my favorite pics out there.

RyanFan34 · February 17, 2006 4:28PM

yeah i have the framed 8x10 with auto on my wall with the plaque under the pic that says "Don't Mess With Texas".
Steve

zef204 · February 17, 2006 4:31PM

<< <i>yeah i have the framed 8x10 with auto on my wall with the plaque under the pic that says "Don't Mess With Texas".
Steve >>

Especially if you are 5'8 and charging Nolan Ryan. You would think a little voice would have gone off in his head and said, "Psst, Robin. This is a bad idea."

RyanFan34 · February 17, 2006 4:39PM

yeah Nolan is a tough SOB. Just like he got hit by the line drive by Bo Jackson and ended up pitching for a few more innings.

qualitycards · February 17, 2006 9:23PM

I believe 707 carries loupes...jay

jayhawke · February 17, 2006 9:53PM

<< <i>I believe 707 carries loupes >>

yeah, but he would have to pay multiple SMR for the loupe.

goose3 · February 17, 2006 11:16PM

if you are going to buy a loupe, let me recommend a ZEISS D40

you should be able to find one on ebay or via google. They are not cheap but they blow the 10-20.00 loupes out of the water for viewing.

phreakydancin · February 17, 2006 11:31PM

We're only looking for corner and edge wear, not bacteria. I wouldn't waste money on anything expensive. I picked up a 3-pack of cheap plastic loupes (2.5X/5X/10X) at a dollar store.

tennesseebanker · February 17, 2006 11:44PM

i got a plastic 10x loupe on e-bay for $2.99, Also invested $12 bucks on a small halogen desk lamp. Both have been invaluable !

ctsoxfan · February 18, 2006 1:35AM

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<< <i>I believe 707 carries loupes >>

yeah, but he would have to pay multiple SMR for the loupe. >>

A cheap jewelers loupe will do the trick, along with a bright halogen desk lamp, as mentioned. I bought my loupe at a show a while back for $10, and I'm sure Ebay is loaded with similar 10X loupes for the same price.

RyanFan34 · February 18, 2006 12:00PM

Thank you all for the great feedback. This helps out a whole lot. So then I should probably get one that is 10X?
Thanks,
STeve

NewJerseyMeatHook · February 18, 2006 1:56PM

Produce department of your local grocery store.

I don't think they're in season, though.

Where can I find a loupe?

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