Carson s MagniView handheld magnifier utilizes a classic design with some subtle improvements. The ergonomic top-mounted thumb rest on the handle promotes a more natural hand position creating balanced weight distribution between lens and handle. The main lens provides 2x power magnification and features a 4.5x spot lens to give you extra magnification power for fine details. The 3.5 lens is made of high quality acrylic which has the benefits of being lightweight shatterproof more resistant to scratching and provides a crystal-clear distortion-free viewing area. The MagniView handheld magnifying glass by Carson Optical is great for reading small print inspecting stamps and currency getting a better view of your needlework or other craft projects and any other hobby or task that requires attention to detail. With its sleek unobtrusive design these magnifiers make the perfect addition to any desk workbench or crafting table. The MagniView magnifying glass is light enough at only 2.8 oz to take with you on the go.