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John:
I bought my microscope over 12 years ago, at a geological supply company, here
in Calgary, Canada. At the time, they were offering cheap rates on used
microscopes for geology students. I paid about $250. (At that time it probably
retailed new for about $800-1000). The scope is a Tasco K1030, which is a
"two-speed" (x10 and x30). I it find adequate for 99% of my needs. The optics
are not too bad: I've used it nearly every day of my wellsite geology career,
and many hours at home, and I don't need glasses…yet 8-). I would certainly
recommend the same model to any hobbyist. Since I am a professional geologist,
if I was going to get another scope I'd probably consult a tax accountant to
see if I could write off the price of a Wild Leitz scope from Germany, which I
have used briefly in the past, and has optics to die for…and a price tag to
match!
Howard