The carson sg-16 is a deluxe handheld magnifier with a 2.5x magnification, a rubberized handle and a folding stand. the length of the lens is 85mm. 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 interesting thing about this magnifying glass is that it can be used handheld as well as hands-free. the magnifying glass has a foldable stand on both sides. so you can place the magnifying glass at a distance above the object and enlarge it without having to use your hands. The lens is made of high-quality glass. this gives you an extremely clear image and high scratch resistance. to make it safe and easy to carry, a compact carrying case is included as standard. Usage carson sg-16 Due to its rectangular shape, this carson magnifier is an ideal tool when reading, as you can magnify a large part of the sentence to be read at once. of course, you can also use this magnifying glass to view small objects with more detail, such as coins or insects. with the built-in powerlens you can enlarge objects up to 11.5x. the compact magnifying glass is lightweight and easy to carry.