Magnasight Experts!

[Arvee]

I have an old Magnasight with the silver ring at the eyepiece and it appears to have low magnification, probably 4x.

I see Magnasights on the auction sites that are listed as 8X and some at 10X magnification. These have a black ring at the eyepiece.

Can anyone ID the different models and how to distinguish between them?

Thanks!

 

[Arvee]

Just a quick update:

Corresponded with Lisa at Bestwell and the metal silver eyepiece ring Magna Sight units are around 40 years old and quite well made. There was also a plastic silver ring unit which came later and was an 8x magnifier and then the present black eyepiece ring models which are also 8x.

 

[jovo]

If you can see grain clearly, your Magnasight is doing its job regardless of age or model. I have one and it has been an excellent tool.

If you can see angels dancing on the head of a pin, you need to reconsider the amount of falling down water you're consuming in the darkroom. :0