Summary
10X13 by Zeiss
(10X magnification, 13mm diameter lens.)
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SIZE:
10X12 - 10X13* - 10X14 - 10X20 - 10X21 - 10X21 - 10X23 - "30X21”
(magnification X diameter of lens, mm)
* useable diameter of this lens (allowing for the rim that holds the lens in place) 12.5mm
OPTICAL QUALITY:
basic - good - very good – EXCEPTIONAL
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Comments
Every now and again I compare this with other loupes, it is definitely the best and it's by Zeiss and it's all-plastic* which means it's very lightweight.
* The lens is plastic too, but "plastic" sounds a bit downmarket so I prefer to say, "High-grade optical acrylic".
Technical
Magnification / lens size in mm: 10X13
Lens material: high-grade optical acrylic
Lens type: Unknown, probably a triplet.
Type: jewellers' loupe (small, pocket-size, folds into its metal casing)
Origin / brand: genuine Zeiss by Carl Zeiss Vision Ltd (the old "West German" Zeiss, not to be confused with the lesser quality "East German" brand of Zeiss Jena).
Casing: plastic
Finish: cream and grey
Presentation / extras: printed box
Free Gift
Zeiss loupes don't come with a case, they are supplied in a little polythene bag. That's because Zeiss are so 'famous' they don't need to give you anything extra. HOWEVER, we have come across some leather pouches that fit perfectly and will include one with your purchase. Limited offer, because we only have a few pouches.
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