Steampunky, Bartertownish, Nifty Loupe.
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This loupe is, for a surprise, fully functional given that it is a novelty item. There are better ways to magnify small things at higher quality, but if you are looking for a working steampunk accessory then look no further.

As each lens is brought down into position the focus gets nearer to the eye. This is just physics at work. At highest magnification the focus is about an inch and a half from the first lens in the stack.

The springs are strong and do the job well. The unit looks attractive for what it is and looks like steel rather than brass.

The magnification is okay, but not stellar. Good enough to see to thread a needle maybe, but the short focal length means getting very close to whatever it is you are working on. Not a good way to go about silver soldering or working with a rotary tool.

Downsides: The first lens comes down very very close to the eyeglass lens. There is little to no adjustment for this. The non-lens ends of the arms on which the lenses are mounted are a little sharp. The mounting beam is a little short and there is no real adjustment to move the whole assembly forward or backward with respect to the eyeglass lens.

So, functional and not bad. As a steampunk prop it works very well indeed.
4212028
I am not a "professional jeweler", in any way, but I do enjoy collecting, repairing and refurbishing wrist watches. Plus, in our family, we have an untold amount of "every day" time pieces, that are always requiring either a new battery or some sort of repair.
 When I saw this particular jeweler's loupe, with the feature of "two rates of magnification in one small unit", I wanted to try it out!
 This loupe is VERY WELL MADE. The chrome finish is well done and the lenses are crystal clear and flawlessly finished.
 It even came with a plastic, (but fairly heavy duty,for something made of plastic!),snap lid box, which keeps the two magnifiers dust and dirt free.
  I would very much, recommend this item to anyone, even a "pro", who may be looking for a quality loupe at a very reasonable price.
I was also very pleased with the vendor and the short time it actually took for me to receive this item.
4379503
Even more beautiful in person. So detailed and works smoothly. Great for that steam punk friend in your life or just a pocket watch collector I will be ordering more in the near future quality, and style are A+++
4500445
I  like the special design. It is fun to see the glas filled with colourful liquids.
1074928
Beautiful bit of steampunk, very classy. Bigger than the standard tie pin but appropriate to use that way if you are so inclined. It's a lapel pin, small enough that  a man could wear it.
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It looks a little crude, but that is part of the charm of this octopus ring. I got it for my wife's steampunk costume, and at less than $3 including shipping it is a bargain. It is definitely on the small size, even for a woman's hand so if you have larger fingers you are out of luck. Also check out the other stuff by the same seller, there are similar bargains.
4576803
Looks awesome in our "steampunk" library.  I use that term loosely, lol.  The light adds impact because its different from the typical chandelier.  It would look equally nice with farmhouse style, rustic, and modern.
3808167
Our administrative assistant is into cosplay and steampunk.  I got her this box, and it is gorgeous.  It's just the right size to hold a few precious items, such as your earrings or rings.  If you know someone (maybe it's you!) who is into cosplay or just likes a beautifully made box, this will be an impressive gift.
2897267
Great stocking stuffer.  Quality glass and paper weight. Really surprised with the high quality look for the price.  Highly recommend it for looks and practicality.
3587118
Terrific Adjustable Antique Copper Shallow Bezel with small edge to hold stone or something else. These are adjustable and are antiqued copper with a larger round bezel. So great 20pcs for 1 low price. Great for making you own rings which will fit almost everyone.
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There are not many things one buys nowadays that are good value for money.  Usually they have built in obsolescence - to the end of their warranty usually about a year. This little gadget looks as though it will last forever!

I have always wanted a loupe but never got around to buying one until recently. I always fancied myself bringing out a loupe in a jewelers with a sort of cool flourish and then impressing the girl at the counter by talking about inclusions, color, cracks and repairs, and the cheap junk they are selling at top prices.  Now with a bit of reading up and practice I can do that. But the main reason I bought it is to look at my own jewelery collection. To get to know my own diamonds for insurance purposes.

How they can manufacture, market, and sell something like this for the ridiculous price of $4.95 baffles me. It comes in a cardboard box which is color printed, inside the box is an instruction sheet and a nice little sturdy hinged plastic container (that would probably cost a dollar or two to buy at Wal-Mart) inside the box is a key for the battery compartment and then this metal cased loupe. The metal looks like steel. The thing is heavy and substantial. Never having had any experience with loupes before I don't know anything about the magnification, but I understood from reading about them that this magnification is the right one for looking at jewelery.

When you take it out of the box you open it like a penknife, there are two very bright lights at the back and a little switch to switch them on.  It is easy, efficient, and a great little toy.  I would say it is easily worth twice the asking price, and I got it on my PRIME membership so I only paid $4.95 total.

THANK YOU AMAZON.
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It is a good Loupe.  Took a little getting used to, but after I used it for a while, really appreciated its strength and versatility.
4749239
The artistic shape is very impressive. It look quite elegant on the diner table. Easy to fill and pore. The exposed surface area is smaller then that of traditional designed decanters so plan on decanting a big longer for silky tannins.

I received a free sample to test and provide an honest reivew.
769545
This item replaces a rather mundane stamped part with a billet item and adds a bit of bling at low cost.
715030
this knife is very steampunk and i love it.  it fits perfect in the lil' right jean pocket everyone has.  i also love the little nub that allow a switchblade like opening.  love it.
1064476
Provides the right amount of portable shade, especially in crowds.  Gorgeous and added considerable character to my Steampunk costume.  This parasol is delightfully compact and came with a beautiful carrying pouch.  The lace fabric has a bit of sparkle which is very eye catching.  Survived a thunderstorm.  Solid parasol.  Going to check for other colors in this style and order again!
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Sturdy plastic steampunk "welding" goggles with standard 50 mm lenses (also plastic): clear and tinted. The goggles are black plastic that has been brushed over with copper paint on all the highlights outside and in so they look like copper metal goggles that have accumulated dark black grime in the crevices - very nice effect. I wouldn't be surprised if these were actual welding glasses but sold with plastic lenses (instead of dark welding glass lenses) and painted to be costume props. The lens holders screw onto the goggles and are almost interchangeable with a different set of welding goggles I have - but these are a bit deeper. That gives them room to hold the two plastic lenses and a black plastic gasket between them.
I ordered the copper and brass versions. The brass one took 13 days in shipping; the copper took 3.5 weeks to arrive. I like them so much I ordered more for our steampunk-themed group.