[meteorite-list] Inexpensive beginner's microscope?

[Mark Bowling]

Mikon at the Executive Inn has some specimen scopes (I don't think they're for slides, but they may have both types).  I'm not sure of the quality, but it could be a good deal for the price.  Is anyone familiar with their scopes?  I believe they're Russian microscopes.

Good luck!

----- Original Message ----
From: Richard Kowalski <damoclid at yahoo.com>
To: meteorite list <meteorite-list at meteoritecentral.com>
Sent: Sat, February 6, 2010 1:59:26 AM
Subject: [meteorite-list] Inexpensive beginner's microscope?

I picked up a few thin sections in one of the rooms here in Tucson yesterday. These are my first.

I am considering a few of my options, but I was wondering if anyone could suggest a "budget-priced" beginner's microscope. To complicate things a bit, I want to be able to view the sample while I have my camera attached, so a parfocal trinocular is a must.

I have a good idea of what I need, but I'm still in the research phase. With one week of the Tucson shows done, another one still ahead and the Meteorite Auction later today, it will take a while for my wallet to recuperate, so I'm not ready to buy just yet.

Links off-list are appreciated.

Thanks.

--
Richard Kowalski
Full Moon Photography
IMCA #1081


      
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