dani3boys Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 I am in the market to buy a good microscope. I have three boys who will get a lot of use out of it. I would like something that is durable, easy to use and will take us all the way through highschool. I can spend up to $300. Any suggestions would be appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
April in CA Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 Get the Sonlight scope with the mechanical stage and pointer in the eyepiece! (If you do a search on the forum for microscope you should get lots of posts about scopes.) I bought a scope from SL several years ago, and it still is going strong, enduring lots of use and storage. I would recommend getting a case for your scope, as well, to protect your investment. If you have extra money to play with, I would also recommend a Brock Magiscope (in addition to the SL scope) - it used natural light and is very sturdy - great for outdoor explorations! Hope this helps! Blessings, April Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Favorite Kitty Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 I bought this one for my two children and we really like it. It is very sturdy compared to the microscopes that I have handled in stores. its also very cheap! http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000Q768K8/ref=ox_ya_oh_product Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dani3boys Posted July 8, 2009 Author Share Posted July 8, 2009 Those both look like great choices. I'll do a search of past posts also and do some more research. If there are any other suggestion let me know.:bigear: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imeverywoman Posted July 9, 2009 Share Posted July 9, 2009 Just bought the SL scope, and so far, the kids love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicmom Posted July 9, 2009 Share Posted July 9, 2009 I second the recommendation for the Sonlight microscope. We bought ours 4 years ago, and now my 2nd child has just gone through Biology using it. It's a good quality one, with some very handy features that you don't see on similar microscopes in the same price range--we've been very pleased. Do get the dust cover too... that way you can cover the scope and set it aside in a safe place when not in use (vs. boxing it up again every time.) :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibbygirl Posted July 9, 2009 Share Posted July 9, 2009 I just bought this one for my daughter and I was VERY impressed with the quality of it when I got it. It is nicer than the one I used in my college biology lab! http://www.hometrainingtools.com/home-1000x-microscope/p/MI-4100DXL/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i.love.lucy Posted July 9, 2009 Share Posted July 9, 2009 OUCH! These are expensive! I knew the good ones would be. DH and I were just talking today that a scope would be a good gift for dd for her 9th b.day next week, but I don't have anywhere near that kind of money to spend. We are also no where near needing something serious for high school level biology class either. I'm thinking I could upgrade in 5 years, but is there one that would be okay for now? Under $75? Or if I only have that kind of money, skip it? Off to do some research myself, but just wondering if you all had any input on cheaper ones. Not to hijack, so a PM is fine too.:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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