I concur with Brenda. A linen tester is different from a loupe. My loupe was acquired here in the US and I know that they are used here. A family friend is a Jeweller and she has a loupe.
My loupe is pivoted, so that the magnifier folds out of a metal 'case', which becomes a handle of sorts. It's a very nifty item. Helen in Denver - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
