Checking out Hobby Magnifying Glasses
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Those things have drastically improved my hobby quality. Being able to see is such a novelty. :D
I won't paint without my magnifying headset. Makes all the difference in the world!
If you had read the documentation, you would know that you can flip the magnifying glasses up toward the front when not in use. I had a set of plastic ones and I upgraded to those and I like them a lot. I also bought the USB power ones. I did not want to rely on AAA batteries.
Looking good Mel! Glad you are back, you are a Rock Star! Dont melt over there!
I've got a pair of these. Excellent !!. Mine have a USB power option to recharge the battery. I got the original link via FB. NO issues with this unit whatsoever. Makes painting 15mm figures much easier than the naked eye [ with glasses ].
Another one with the exact same set. Super helpful and Mel's portrayal of conversations with other people (deliverypeople also get to see me in them) is 100% accurate.
Mel, my brother who is a professional artist who purchased a set for me. I concur; they are great! The only difference for mine, is that they are rechargeable.
You are 100% correct in that one must be comfortable in their own skin when using these sorts of things. I have a set that is a copy of the classic Optivisor and I look like that stereotypical grumpy old guy working on trains or models in a basement one might see on TV. Given that I actually AM a grumpy old guy its not so bad :-D These new ones might be easier to transport, may give them a try also. Cheers!
Great video Mel! I also used x2.5 magnifying glasses on my first attempt at sculpting a miniature - brilliant stuff!
I got mine a few years back from Wish , cost me £7 including delivery. Absolutely amazing
I use the elastic strap, because it lets me wear my glasses at the same time comfortably. Without that, my eyesight is too asymmetrical to use a magnifier. I used to use a jeweller's magnifying monocle...
Hope you are doing better!
My pair looks much like these.
Another tool I like is the Scale Ruler.
Helps me check sizes and such quickly no math.
I couldn’t do any modelling without these. Been using them for a couple of years and they are indispensable.
I've used a cheap set of jeweler's glasses for years to prevent eye strain. It's only been the past year or so that I have begun to be dependent on them for fine work.
Cheers, Mel!
I've got a pair of these, great for Miniatures. And great for other jobs, used them in repairing watches, pc and laptops.
Bought a pair of these yesterday after your review. They really are as good as you say, much better than my old visor.
I have the lightcraft ones from hobbycraft, normally £21 but if you sign up to their club you get a 15% off voucher to use. They are also usb rechargeable 😉
I have these and love them. Didn’t realise you could adjust the focal length, now I can’t wait to get home and check them again. Also love my wet pallet, vortex mixer, ball bearings for paint pots. If you can’t keep your bits out all the time a hobby station is also super helpful
I need a vortex mixer!
@@TheTerrainTutor Me too. Its one of the few hobby tools I haven't picked up yet and using a lot of vallejo model color, thorough mixing is a must.
I have these exact magnifiers in my wishlist, been procrastinating whether they are worth getting... I'll give them a go now!
New motto for when things go South: "I'm a model maker".
Great product review, Mel. I build gliders in 1/72nd and sometimes dealing with the fiddly bits inside the cockpit or the massive rigging involved in some of them does strain the Eyeball Mk.I rangefinder, even if I have a mostly perfect eyesight. Think I'm gonna get a set myself.
Cheers.
I have this exact pair and they have changed my ability to paint. At my age I cannot see 15's anymore but with these I can see just fine.
Good on you for leaving the blooper in at the end, I gave a pretty big grin as I end up doing that all the time on my podcast with me mates haha. The mag glasses are awesome, I will move to them eventually when I’m a touch older, right now I use a magnifying lamp. I don’t think it works as well as the dedicated glasses though
I've been using magnifying thingamies like these for some time and they make such a difference. Believe it or not but being able to see what you are making actually improves the quality of the build.
Not got one of these but have used reading specs from the pound shop in the past. Other useful tools I use are fine point scissors from card making, artists pallet knives and on my wishlist is a cheap cake decorating stand for turning larger models while painting
I've owned these for 3 years or so and love em!
I was boarderline glasses needed. I got a 1.5 mag pair of reading glasses from Poundland. I found them a super addition to my t.b.
Had them a couple of years and love mine, i usualy tilt mine so i also can look over them and on the screen so i can watch tv while painting
I have used a set of those for 2 years now, and they have made all the difference to my painting.
They eat batteries like they were being discontinued, the nose grip covers degrade rapidly, and my daughter managed to break one of the arms, then I snapped the connector off the 2x lense, but they are real useful and reasonable for the $15 I paid.
they now make a set with a rechargeable battery. takes a phone/USB charger
I'm over 50 ad can't manage without them. I've used various types for many years now. I always say to new miniature painters that if you can't see what you are painting, the quality of your results will suffer. I'd say good lighting and magnification will make more difference than expensive Brushes and fancy paints etc.
Best piece of gear I bought 3 years ago was a good pair of these
Yes I too have the USB rechargeable - the charge lasts longer than battery. I'm on pair three - the switches on the first two went bad. The switch on the USB one is a push on/off rather than toggle like the ones Mel has.The effect of having light DIRECTLY (shouting for emphasis only) on the subject you are working on -- whether it be painting or building -- cannot be understated. We rarely set up our painting/building areas with light behind us -- and if we did, we'd be creating a shadow anyway -- this is the solution even if you only need the minimal (or no) magnification. As for an indispensable hobby tool - Fingernail Clippers
I have had these for about a year and the are brilliant and also the lenses youget are excellent
I have them too mel, they are really great!
Yup, I have 2 pair so I can charge one while using the other. One of the best purchases I have made in a long damn time.
I have these and last time I wore them my wife said “what a catch!” Ha ha. These are great. I use them all the time when building and painting.
Wink at her next time lol
Need these for sure!!
I think I have that same headset. I got it mainly for the light, and absolutely recommend it too.
Normal reading glasses (the cheap ones you can buy) work well. Also if you are long sighted (as I am) wear some contact lenses and use your glasses or reading glasses! Take a miniature into the chemist / store and try some different strengths to see which ones work for you :-)
totally agree. worth the hassle of using them.
i started using similar make some years ago, kinda would have liked to use them when i started painting 40 years ago, less eye strain. got my replacement pair from boyes after i wore others out.
love your work - I have a pair of those magnifiers - they are great to use with or without my normal glasses.
Other stuff I use...? I will have to think on it - a hair dryer to speed up my painting is really invaluable to my process with the airbrush.
I use the same exact pair for painting eyes and fine details on minis. The higher magnification lenses give me a headache after a while and lower magnification is usually not super useful for me, so I don't use them all the time, but they have really been a game changer for me when it comes to painting eyes, buckles etc., A terrific tool even for people with perfect vision and they are pretty affordable (when I bought mine they were $20 something USD on Amazon).
I feel like 90% of the stuff most of us use are not made specifically for terrain and I don't use anything particularly unique, but recently discovered something I have not seen before:
you can 100% use greenstuff world texture rollers on latex caulk if you have a sink close at hand to wash it off between rolls. Works great for battle mats. Not sure if I'm the first person to do this, or if it works with all brands of latex caulk, or texture rollers, but I was pleasantly surprised at how well it worked.
Love your channel and all the positivity and knowledge you bring to all us terrain nerds!
I bought a headband magnifier that wraps around the head but pretty much functions like the one here. My biggest issue isn't seeing up close. I have exceptionally good close vision for mini painting. The problem is working that short distance with my glasses off for long periods of time.
The strain of moving back to long distance vision is jarring and uncomfortable. This thing solved the problem of seeing up close with my corrective lenses on
Hey Mel, good video, but boy it's night and day buddy, you are so relaxed in this video, it's the old Mel back, no stress, no worries great to see.
Slowly getting there mate
Overall a great bit of kit. need to order some more lenses as they can drop out and the clip does smash but more than likely my man handling
I have those exact ones and the ones from Vision aid but I prefer the Vision aid ones because they have the USB built-in charger but man these are a life saver they help with me painting my models and reading swears I literally got all depressed thinking I would have to stop painting miniatures and models and reading and vortex mixers a are also amazing for mixing hobby paints
Thank you.
Back in the 70s I lusted after an 'Optivisor' but pocket money was stretched thin, in the early 2000s found a cheap plastic knock-off on the local market, jolly handy.
Have also used +3 ready-readers from the pound shop, also good but can't be used if you wear glasses and they have no built in light.
Currently lusting after a set of 'headlights' (used by sewing types, no magnification but excellent light), pocket money (pension) is again an issue and haven't seen any cheap ones. Considering using crock clips to add lights to my glasses. Only drawback is the reaction of people when you look at them, the lights are quite bright and they tend to recoil like they just realised you are Dracula.
Toenail clippers, wouldn't be without them. Get the biggest you can find. Handy for all sorts of odd jobs.
Small sharpening stone - When giving something a coat of looking at just give the blade a little TLC - Blades stay sharper and last many times longer.
I tried the early version of those didn't get on with them now I got some glasses from J.L.M with lights on and magnificent glasse for the small parts and all you have to do is plug them in to charge them up only problem with them is have to take off my glass to work with them 🤠🤠👍👍
I use 2x binocular surgical loupes, German made. Usually go for near 300 usd/euro, got lucky and found some used ones locally. I also have a large illuminated magnifying glass on an articulated arm. It's near 5x. When combined I therefore get 10x magnification, and it's great for painting eyes and other tiny details on minis. Great help when you're 40 and your eyes are starting to go!
That's a serious setup
Yeah, I suppose that is serious. But sadly, our modest flat doesn't accommodate dedicated hobby area. Especially considering our youngest is 2 and has to be kept away from most hobby supplies. We just sort of keep everything in tool boxes and containers in the closet until needed.
donegan optivisor is what I use - same as jewellers use
Hi Mel.
I have a pair like these but on a head band as I wear glasses also. This has meant I can now revisit painting miniatures that I used to do befoee being old 😁😁
Also means that it has got me back into DnD, which my son runs and I am now getting a western/cybrepunk alternate history table top game called Wild West Exodus.
And this is how I found you and your awesome channel as I now need to make some Wild West/Cybrepunk terrain and buildings, maybe you could move to Wild West buildings once you finished in the jungle 😊😆😁
good vid mell thanks lee
convinced . I should got some a few years back. but its never to late for improving . Cheers.. ATVB2U . Scott Somerset
they got a newer version and the led is powered by a rechargeable battery. uses a USB charger
Wow only about 17 bucks here in the us. Not bad
I'm getting older... Next must have... Thanks
Those work well, but not a great fit on larger heads. Another item to try is: GT07 Mr. Polisher Pro, GSI Mr. Hobby. Can be found on Amazon. Great for 3d print or model sanding. Works on resin or FDM
Thanks for sharing
I've had these in my Amazon wish list for years, but I'm worried about being able to wear them comfortably with my glasses. I'll have to give them a try Mel when I get chance :]
Try mine mate
I wear magnifiers with prescription glasses and they work fine. I use a model with a full headband though, as I don't want arms to clash with my specs on my ears.
@@warbossd that's good to know Paul, but yes, I'll try on these ones when I visit Mel and see how they go. I do have extreme close up glasses that I wear for painting minis, so I'll take those and should get good fidelity, just depends how those arms sit with the arms of my specs. If the arms are the only problem then a head band style sounds like a winner 👍🏻
Fab film Mel I do need them as I wont were my glasses,to vain lol
Just ordered a pair on the back of this.
So far I've been using a desk magnifier lamp - basically a 5" magnifier with LED lights around the rim, on a flexible goose neck. It's been great, but one thing you lose looking through the single lens is any sense of depth perception.
You'll love them mate
@@TheTerrainTutor Just tried 'em out for the first time. Feels strange at first, effectively wearing two sets of glasses. Also anything beyond the focus range is blurred to all heck, so you can't see the table to pick things up, dip your brush into paint etc. You have to get into the habit of swivelling your eyes to look around the magnifier lenses instead of turning your head to look at things. But once you get used to it, it's fantastic to be able to see the mini you're painting magnified, in focus, and with depth perception so you know where your brush is going. I've just painted highlights on a mini. I've NEVER been able to do that before. This really is a gamechanger and I'd second the recommendation to try them out. The separate head magnifier/desk lamp combo is way better than the all-in-one magnifier lamp.
@@DrVesuvius70 That's awesome mate, crack on, you got a ton of mini's to highlight now lmao
I would like these. Maybe I can learn to make computer graphic cards, or something. They look cool too.
Dear Mel, Oh how I laughed! Picked up my pair - he who laughs last didn't get the joke. I looked like a bloody minion! There is a product called 'Helping Hands' available from poundland! Best Wishes Johnny
i'll check that out mate
Used those exact ones for over a year now and my painting has improved by miles.and they're so cheap.I also swear by my lil A4 painting station from e Bay.
My old issue is that the rubber nose clip covers perish too quickly and I can't figure out where to get replacements
Only issue
Which lense zoom do you normally use for painting miniatures?
I usually go with x2.5 mate
Can you wear these with glasses and does the strap work well?
future is here!
I just bought some
yes i do and my guys are glass and metal verry old school but got platic ones to that hart when whare em bin loookinfg fore new pare a look in to see as post new or will EYE ???
I'm 27 and have 20/20 vision, would I still benefit from using these? Currently I use a long LED lamp but it annoys my partner who games besides my work area that the light glares up towards him. Would this be a helpful workaround?
Yes, I wish I had them years ago
I love mine but i got the rechargable version
Hiya just got me some 😂 x
Hiya, Trevor I hope is your name. I'm Michael. Been following up with your intro. Brilliant ideas tbh. I'm just starting to get back into EPIC. (15-1/72) Napoleonic war games. Maybe you can help us with the type of scalpel or knife blades that you currently use. As I think it would be very useful to guide fellow modellers from.
BASIC TOOLS NEEDED.
sandpaper, blades, tweezers etc.
To
ADVANCED TOOLS NEEDED.
power drimil type sanders, saws, drilling tools. (Just because you use said tool as standard, dose not WE have one 😂.
AND FINALLY SPECIAL TOOLS...
That only come out when needed for special purpose.
I used have a hand drill tool with small drilling bits I used when changing heads on models with a pin. 😁
Hi sir can i use it for mobile repair please reply me thanks
How much