Thames and Kosmos Biology Tk2 Scope | 
| Brand: Thames & Kosmos
Department: Biology
List Price: $119.99
Buy New: $99.99
as of 9/10/2010 08:53 MDT details
You Save: $20.00 (17%)
Rating:  reviews
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries: 3
Batteries Included: No
Age: 8 - 21 years
Battery: 3 AA
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4.7
Dimensions (in): 16.5 x 13 x 5.1
MPN: 636815
Model: 636815
UPC: 857853001704
EAN: 0857853001704
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Learn how to use the microscope and how to prepare slides | | • | 2 bright LED lights, above and below | | • | 40x, 100x, and 400x magnification | | • | 4x, 10x, and 40x objective lenses and a 10x ocular lens, all made of optical grade glass | | • | Over 20 tools and accessories |
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| Customer Reviews:
Actually a really good microscope! December 28, 2008
BB
23 out of 23 found this review helpful
I had ordered a different scope a few years ago but you couldn't see a thing with it. This one actually is really good! It comes with prepared slides and you can make your own slides as well. I was impressed having experience with a "real" microscope, this is actually almost as durable and heavy. Watch out for the sharps that come with it though... I would be sure to supervise your child with it for maximal safety, fun and results!
durable, does a great job! December 29, 2009
RICARDO PIETRI
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This is a very descent microscope and does a good job. Construction is fairly sturdy and the built-in lights do a much better job than other mirror type/reflection illumination microscopes.
Nicely made, works wonderfully! January 4, 2010
David And Sabrina Kroeger (NW, Ohio)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is my first time purchasing a microscope. I would put this in a catergory between toy and student microscope, which was perfect for my situation (nine year old). The bright colors seem to make it more toy like, but the quality is top notch and viewing slides is incredible. It is well made and seems to be durable. The two different led lights are much better than the mirror illumination. Super that you can choose which one to turn on- some models I looked at did not have this feature for some reason. The book that comes with it is a little lacking (especially when you don't know exactly how the eye piece and lenses go together- which I did not...and this was after my son removed it of course) but I am really happy with this purchase. Also, you may want to purchase additional prepared slides if you are just starting out, only comes with five. Great educational 'toy' for those parents who are sick of video games and the like. We have had lots of fun already! Reccomended.
Fantastic real microscope January 12, 2010
Mr. Consumer (Melbourne, Florida United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I was looking around for a microscope for my daughter to use for her science project which involved investigating micro-organisms collected in various water habitats. I tried three different microscopes, and this one was by far the best. The other two microscopes she tried left much to be desired, especially in regard to the quality of the microscope itself. They were truly toys compared to this microscope. I highly recommend this microscope! The illumination of slides/samples is perfect, and reminded me of the microscopes I used in biology lab in college. It's a little pricey, but it's definitely worth the expense.
Worth every penny January 17, 2010
CocoBeware (USA)
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
It is a cheap microscope so don't expect more than what you may have used in high school or something similar. Though cheap it does seem fairly durable and it is easy to use. I am happy with it. Only complaint I have has been repeated a hundred times already: when using at 400x the lens is right on the slide. I haven't broke one yet but it is only a matter of time. Otherwise, EXCELLENT product. Highly recommended. Just do research first to find out what magnification you are looking for.
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