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grandmagingerbread 01-10-2014 01:44 PM

Magnifier
 
I am looking to buy a magnifier to put on my sewing machine. Can anyone suggest one that works well on a Bernina machine?

QuiltE 01-10-2014 01:50 PM

Have you checked with your Bernina dealer?
They do have their own magnifiers ....

Skyangel 01-10-2014 02:01 PM

I have the Bernina magnifier set. It has 3 different ones for greater magnification. They fasten to the little hook that sticks out in front with the button to cover it (mine always comes off). I don't always use it but I like it when I do. You can also lift it off and use it for a hand magnifier. I see them on ebay cheaper than the dealer.

Tartan 01-10-2014 02:38 PM

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I waited until my shop had a 25% off accessories and bought the set. It ended up about $60 a couple of years ago. It will probably be less in the US? It comes with 3 different lenses and the mount had to be put on by the Bernina tech. This is what the D5 lens looks like...

grandmagingerbread 01-10-2014 05:27 PM

Can you attach the magnifier yourself? One person said the Bernina tech has to do it

grandmagingerbread 01-10-2014 05:31 PM

Thanks Skyangel. I am doing some very detailed sewing and having trouble seeing it clearly. I think a magnifier wouldhelp. My eyes aren't near as good as they once were and I want to keep on sewing. I will look on Ebay. I didn't know if it had to be the Bernina or if a generic one could be mounted easily and maybe a little cheaper.


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