The carson sg-10 is a deluxe equipped handheld magnifier with a 2x magnification, a 90mm lens and a rubberized handle. the magnifier also has a built-in power lens (11.5x) located on the top of the stem. For high-comfort purposes, the handle has a rubber grip. the lens is made of high quality glass, the spot lens is made of acrylic. this gives you an extremely clear image and a high scratch resistance. to make it safe and easy to carry, a compact carrying pouch with drawstring is included. Usage carson sg-10 The magnifying glass is an ideal accessory when reading, because you are able to enlarge a big part of a sentence, for instance. of course, you can also use this handheld magnifier to view small objects with more detail, such as coins or insects. you can use the built-in powerlens to enlarge objects 11.5x. the magnifying glass is lightweight and easy to carry in the included storage bag.