i use a geologist or jeweler's loupe (magnifying glass) which has a 10x on one side and 20x on the other...they work very well. the higher the magnification you use the steadier the speciman needs to be held. pocket microscopes work great (i have one too) but if you're trying to check out anything it's nearly impossible to see due to the shaking...they're more for using on a table...at least for me. 10x will allow you to see enough detail to 'read' the color changes in the trich's and id-ing preflowers and pests. the 20x is good for a detailed look at the trich's structure. i got mine at ebay ($18) and there's a selection of probably every glass currently made there...
del... Reviewed by del... on . pocket microscope What model, type of pocket microscope would you recommend to view trichomes? Rating: 5