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by sdk113
Mon Sep 14, 2020 1:55 pm
Forum: Microscopes and optics
Topic: Broken Microscope
Replies: 20
Views: 10558

Re: Broken Microscope

I still have not managed to repair it, unfortunately. The manual provided shows parts that aren't there! ):
by sdk113
Tue Mar 03, 2020 3:58 pm
Forum: Introduce yourself
Topic: Hi from Indiana
Replies: 7
Views: 5474

Re: Hi from Indiana

Hi! Yes, I have used a comparison scope. Not only do we look at bullet markings, but we also look at things like tool marks! Pieces of wood, metal, plastic, and bone that are scratched/gouged can be compared to marks that were made with a known mark to suggest similarities. I love to look at forensi...
by sdk113
Tue Mar 03, 2020 3:51 pm
Forum: Microscopes and optics
Topic: Broken Microscope
Replies: 20
Views: 10558

Re: Broken Microscope

I have not had one of those around for quite a few years but I have most of a parts manual in my possession. It looks like a simple fix, as long as you have all the pieces. I do have all the parts. :D I couldn't find the manual online, I would be very thankful if you'd share the info in yours with ...
by sdk113
Sun Mar 01, 2020 11:24 pm
Forum: Microscopes and optics
Topic: Broken Microscope
Replies: 20
Views: 10558

Broken Microscope

Hey there guys! I was hoping someone might be able to help me out. I own an American Optical Sixty Spencer microscope. Recently, when using it, it became "locked" in the most zoomed in position. The coarse focus knob will not move and can only be jiggled. When I took the bottom of it off to look ins...
by sdk113
Sun Mar 01, 2020 11:13 pm
Forum: Introduce yourself
Topic: Hi from Indiana
Replies: 7
Views: 5474

Hi from Indiana

Hi! I'm a forensic science student attending school in Indiana. I am used to using the school's microscopy equipment, but recently got my hands on what one might call a "vintage" microscope. Looking to see if anyone knows how to repair it! :)