On Wed, 23 Jan 2002 14:16:45 -0000, you wrote:

Take the plunge. Get yourself a good headband magnifier

A hint for the skinflints among us.

You can now buy 'non-prescription' reading glasses from places like Boots at up
to 3 diopter for a very reasonable price.

Unless you already wear strong glasses and want the extra magnification these
are every bit as good as a headband magnifier and more convenient to wear.

Just get the strongest they have and give them a try.

Nick