Re: lamps

[NRPollak@xxxxxxx]

Hello texcons readers, 
Here's my thoughts on magnifier lamps- I've used them, but sometimes find 
that I struggle with working distance (mine always get a nose print on the 
magnifier!) and with moving them.  The "cheaper" ones (mine was $165 from a 
drafting/office store) have problems with the articulation and occasional 
flopping of the magnifier.  My solution was to buy a pair of magnifying 
glasses-   an Eschenbach Optics Main frame and 2.25x lens (they also have 
interchangeable lenses with other magnifications).  They are very lightweight 
and comfortable, with a thin metal frame.  I'm able to use them with my 
contacts or glasses without distortions, and now with the magnification at my 
eyes, use any suitable light source, such as a Burton lamp, etc.

The supplier I used was A.R. Hinkel Company, 87707-D Lindley Avenue #195, 
Northridge, CA 91325 phone 818-775-2942.  They wer nice and efficient, and 
total cost was $77. 

Nancy Pollak