Ravenlore Bushcraft and Wilderness Skills. Magnifying Glass

Non Magnetic Magnifying Glass.

This little project came as a result of buying a new compass.

I regularly carry a magnifying glass with me for looking closely at stuff like fungi or plants when trying to identify them or even fire lighting in sunny condition.

While testing my transit compass out, the accuracy and fine scale of prompted me to check my bearing with a glass only to see the needle deflected by the metal rim on the lens. Doh!!!

Well this was what I came up with, A bit of leather, an awl and half an hour with some needles and thread and I now have a magnifying glass that fits better in my pocket and doesn’t attract the compass needle.

I started out with a small chamois bag to keep it in but since then I have made a slip case for it as you see above, it is a simple solution to the problem.

I like it, I hope you do too.

Just a little update. Ten years down the line, this is one of four constant companions that rarely leave my pocket except to be used. The cover has kept the glass in perfect condition and so far the stitching is holding up to pocket wear.

Bushcraft and wilderness skills should always be practised with respect for the environment and other users of the outdoors. Leave No Trace.