discussion extra magnification

[Waspie]

I learned the frequent breaks thing a long time ago Dave. I do like the white background, makes so much sense. May have to adopt that!!

 

[Peter Gillson]

i have bought some bi-focal glasses specifically for modelling. at the time I was sculpting a lot of busts so I took a bust with me to the optician and held it at a comfortable modelling position, the lenses were chosen which focussed perfectly at that distance. the 'outer' lenses are for distance view so I can see what is going on (and watch TV) when modelling.

my optician was not at all phased by my taking in a bust - she thought it was very sensible.

Peter

 

[BattleshipBob]

Like Jim I have the excellent Optivisor but also had delivered from John today a illuminated magnifying led lamp. Doing a lot of pe practice so this is for close up work. This was also advised by the hospital when I had the terrible headaches and the consultant asked about hobbies. Used today and impressed

 

[Jim R]

..... is work over a sheet of printer paper it really brightens up your immediate working area and working against a white background makes cutting from the spru much easier.

That sounds like a good idea :thumb2:

 

[Guest]

Hello blind one...
Yep had the same problem myself - why oh! why can't I see these damn parts...
A few years ago I bought one of these - It was cheap, came with sidelights which weighed it down, and mini magnifying glass which went into the tool draw, so those went as I already had a good light source, and never had a problem since... When using it I have a folded piece of kitchen roll at the forehead area to stop the sweat buildup from the plastic headband... The LED light can be taken off if it proves to be a PITS...

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Headband-M...fdc7e13bfb0c3b79870162ba9f1ec6e9&gad_source=1

 

[Andy T]

Some interesting discussion here. I'm due an eye test so will chat them about options.

 

[David Lovell]

That sounds like a good idea :thumb2:

As I said previously I usually use two lamps but you can see how a sheet or two of printer paper really improves your working area plus removed or put down parts dont disappear into the background/ cutting matt wether he still does or not I put JR on to this ages ago knowing his predicament hoping it would help him. Dave

Ps looks a bit dim dont think I had the lamp turned right up ,one of thoes the more you tap the base button brighter or dimmer you can make it.

 

[Tim Marlow]

As I said previously I usually use two lamps but you can see how a sheet or two of printer paper really improves your working area plus removed or put down parts dont disappear into the background/ cutting matt wether he still does or not I put JR on to this ages ago knowing his predicament hoping it would help him. Dave

Ps looks a bit dim dont think I had the lamp turned right up ,one of thoes the more you tap the base button brighter or dimmer you can make it.

One of the issues with aging is the loss of contrast to vision. it’s why driving at night becomes a little harder. This is a good tip that will help, as will good lighting.
I find magnification helps me produce sharper, not necessarily easier, work. When things look sharp under magnification they look good in normal vision.

 

[BattleshipBob]

Another issue is the position of the lamp, I believe if you are right handed it should be placed on the left hand side? Mine is and in the far corner of the bench. However not sure if it should be mounted closer, say the nearest to me?

 

[Tim Marlow]

Another issue is the position of the lamp, I believe if you are right handed it should be placed on the left hand side? Mine is and in the far corner of the bench. However not sure if it should be mounted closer, say the nearest to me?

I’m right handed and mine’s on the left. Keep jamming the paintbrush in it otherwise . I actually pull the lamp close over the work and orient it so it runs “north south” on the bench rather than “east west” to give proper clearance. Mind you, as I work with my short sightedness, over the top of my glasses, I’m only about six inches away from the workpiece. Must get an LED light soon, the fluorescent tubes can get a little warm at that distance. In the early days of an anglepoise lamp and incandescent bulb I used to burn myself on the shade if I wasn’t careful :tears-of-joy:

 

[A_J_Rimmer]

A very interesting discussion. Having spent most of my life with milk bottles in front of my eyes due to extreme short-sightedness and double vision, I now need reading glasses as well as I've lost my close-in vision. Reading glasses are a must but I'm finding the conversation on lights very interesting. having decent lights make a really big difference and hearing about your set-ups I think I need to go a bit further with mine.

 

[Tim Marlow]

A very interesting discussion. Having spent most of my life with milk bottles in front of my eyes due to extreme short-sightedness and double vision, I now need reading glasses as well as I've lost my close-in vision. Reading glasses are a must but I'm finding the conversation on lights very interesting. having decent lights make a really big difference and hearing about your set-ups I think I need to go a bit further with mine.

Redgrass games do a nice colour balanced light, bit pricy, but very highly regarded. I’m going to replace mine with one soon, probably when autumn rolls around.

 

[Jim R]

Redgrass games do a nice colour balanced light, bit pricy, but very highly regarded.

I have one of those triple bright lamps with 3 daylight fluorescent tubes in it. I've had it for years.

Now I've read somewhere that fluorescent tubes deteriorate with age - not sure what form that deterioration takes. Maybe I'm due a new one. That Redgrass Games one looks very good.

 

[Waspie]

Hello blind one...
Yep had the same problem myself - why oh! why can't I see these damn parts...
A few years ago I bought one of these - It was cheap, came with sidelights which weighed it down, and mini magnifying glass which went into the tool draw, so those went as I already had a good light source, and never had a problem since... When using it I have a folded piece of kitchen roll at the forehead area to stop the sweat buildup from the plastic headband... The LED light can be taken off if it proves to be a PITS...

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Headband-M...fdc7e13bfb0c3b79870162ba9f1ec6e9&gad_source=1

You look nothing like I imagined Mike!! Cross dresser????? :tears-of-joy:

 

[Tim Marlow]

I have one of those triple bright lamps with 3 daylight fluorescent tubes in it. I've had it for years.

Now I've read somewhere that fluorescent tubes deteriorate with age - not sure what form that deterioration takes. Maybe I'm due a new one. That Redgrass Games one looks very good.

That’s the one I currently have as well Jim. My plan is to move this one to my build area and put the redgrass one where I mostly paint my figures. I did take it apart and clean the tubes a few weeks ago and that helped a little, but mine could also be failing. They are at least ten years old. It doesn’t seem as bright as it once did, but then, I’m not as bright either so perhaps I should keep the light and change me

 

[BattleshipBob]

Yes I am posting again after a long time. Still here folks

This is my untidy bench, my main lamp is attached to the desk at the top left hand corner. Wondering if it's better attached at the bottom left hand corner instead? Might have to experiment. Never been that happy with it's lighting cover.

You can also see the new illuminated magnifying lamp from the shop. Gives a further increase in magnification plus of course added illumination. Happy with it.

 

[Tim Marlow]

Good to see you back posting pictures Bob :thumb2:

 

[rtfoe]

Hi Doug, although I have one of those opti thingy's but I still use cheap reading glasses...much lighter...for my detail building from a Japanese pound store that come in 3 to 4 magnifications. I'm some where in the middle now. Good lighting is what I really need to cut shadows and guessing.

Cheers,
Wabble

 

[Waspie]

Hi Doug, although I have one of those opti thingy's but I still use cheap reading glasses...much lighter...for my detail building from a Japanese pound store that come in 3 to 4 magnifications. I'm some where in the middle now. Good lighting is what I really need to cut shadows and guessing.

Cheers,
Wabble

And there lies my problem Richard. Magnifiers or ‘readers’ alter magnify both lens by the same amount. I have differing issues between left and right which is why these cheaper readers are no good, in fact the do harm to my eyes.

 

[Andy T]

Doug, have you thought about doubling up on readers? It's something I also do.

So wear your prescription readers which will correct the differences between your eyes, then another pair on top when you need extra magnification.

Anyone that watches the TV programme Repair Shop will see that it's a popular option.

I also have a set of clip ons that fit to my prescription readers, that I can flip up or down for extra magnification if I need it.

I find either of these less clumsy than extra visors, but the fact that I keep changing between different things shows I haven't found a set up I'm truly happy with yet! :nerd: