got any opinions on scopes?

[lockstar5000]

http://www.locksmithledger.com/article/ ... ng-a-scope

[Scythinator]

I used to use Otoscope, you can also swap C-Vex Lense in it and it's much better that way when doing safe job. However Lockmaster is classic and good as well.

[escher7]

Dr. Mom now have better scopes with L.E.D.'s for a few bucks more. For really cheap scopes go to Aliexpress (Chinese) and search otoscope. I bought one for $5.00 that works fine and gave me my first good look at the finger pins in a Schlage Primus. Expect to wait 3 - 4 weeks and treat it carefully as it is, after all, a $5 scope. They also have better ones in the $50 range that look much more durable.

[CMS_SAFECRAKR1]

I have the cheapo Brockage Lock scope and the lockmasters 3n1 scope and they are worth every penny when it comes down to sight reading a simple cam lock or a crusty old car door lock making keys. a cheap scope works fine also as long as it makes plenty of light and you have a decent quality bought or homemade wafer depressor.