SE MJ3622L-10X Professional 10x 18 mm Illuminated Metal Loupe

Got this along with some other, larger-diameter, lower-power magnifiers to try as alternatives to reading glasses (which are a bit cumbersome to pull in and out of my pocket since I keep them in a protective case). I figured a simple monocular aid might be easier for pocket access...After trying the SE MJ3622L-10X, I've decided that it may be best for doing work that needs something between powerful reading glasses and a high-power microscope. As you can see, it is pretty small diameter. Hence, as a simple monocular aid for reading, I think I prefer the "Pocket Magnifying Glass,BreaDeep 5X Folding Magnifier 60mm" that I bought better.BUT - this is an excellent magnification device for looking at coins, gems, small electronics, etc. And with my aging eyes, I _really_ appreciate the LED light that is built-in. I've order a more pricey Bausch & Lomb "Triplet" mangifier also, but bought this one at the same time because the B&L does NOT have a light. Because of the light, I'll probably end up using the SE MJ3622L-10X product more !In short, I would say the title of this product "Professional 10x Magnification Illuminated Metal Loupe" is spot-on. And at the price, it can't be beat.

I've always taken rocks and gems that come my way to a trusted geologist/gemologist. She would always look through this single eye magnifier. Unable to get to the shop, I decided to see if I could find one for myself. I read online that 10x power was enough. And this one also has a light. I could not be more pleased! My partner and I spent an hour sharing the experience of looking deeply into rocks! I love this!

The switch to turn the light on and is tiny, otherwise this works well. Good magnification. Feels good in the hand.

Thank you so much Dave for getting me the hand lens so quickly! I was so excited to open the mailbox and see it, expecting it 4 more days from now when I ordered. You’re awesome! Also, the hand lens works beautifully! The light is perfect, and batteries are easy to get in and out.

It’s fine for a first hand lens for plant ID. I’d recommend this loupe to high school or undergraduates.

Perfect for small viewing.

The LED light stopped working after a few months. I changed out the batteries, switched polarity on the batteries, still not working. The lens also became somewhat foggy. I'm very disappointed in this product. I will buy a different brand.

The Loupe is nice for the price! I don’t have to worry about loosing it in the field because it’s affordable to replace unlike my nice triplet loupe. The lanyard hole is very tiny, but I just took it down to my local jeweler and he attached a small double ring for me, but big enough to use a lanyard with a lobster hook.