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Welcome to In the Loupe, a Blog about Magnifiers
Welcome to In The Loupe, our blog about Magnifiers.Magnifico (The Magnifier Company)By way of introduction, Magnifico was established in 1999 as a small company selling magnifiers online. Our range includes everything from a traditional hand-held Classic Magnifier, to Fresnel Lenses,
How to Choose a Magnifying Lamp: A Complete Guide
With our complete buyer's guide, we can help you choose a magnifying lamp that meets your needs. Whether you're a professional tackling intricate tasks, a hobbyist, or someone needing vision clarity for detailed work, a magnifying lamp makes all the difference. These versatile tools combine a magnifying lens with a...
Custom Printed Magnifiers to Promote Your Organisation: A Smart, Practical, Marketing Tool
In the world of marketing, standing out is essential. Whether you're a small business or a large organization, using creative and unique promotional items can help build brand recognition and foster lasting connections with customers. One such item that is both practical and eye-catching is a custom printed magnifier. With...
The Iconic Sherlock Holmes Magnifying Glass: A Symbol of Deductive Genius
When you think of Sherlock Holmes, the first things likely to come to mind are his sharp intellect, his deerstalker hat, and of course, his magnifying glass. This simple yet powerful tool has become one of the most recognisable symbols associated with the famous detective. But beyond being an...
Why Are Sheet Magnifiers Called Fresnel Lenses?
Celebrating the life-saving lens invented by Augustin-Jean Fresnel (1788-1827).One of the most frequent questions we get asked is: ‘what is the biggest magnifier I can buy?’ We have hand-held magnifying glasses up to 5-inches in diameter but that’s about as big as a normal magnifier can go. If you need...
20 Things you can do with a Magnifying Glass
Magnifico (The Magnifier Company) has been around since 1999.In that time we have answered thousands of questions about magnifying glasses. Sometimes we hear of usage requirements that are completely new to us. We are always happy to hear of any situation where a magnifier might come in handy, and can...
Magnifying Glasses for TV and Film
Many people ask us for magnifying glasses as seen on TV and to be honest we’ve usually got no idea what programme they are talking about. But during lockdown, like everybody else, we found ourselves watching TV more than ever. It was remarkable how often magnifiers would appear in a scene....