MKS 15710 Kizumi Watchmaker's Loupe No. 2.5 (approx. 5.0x magnification) – the all-rounder for movement work | Meikosha, Made in Japan

Original watchmaker's tool from MKS (Meikosha) from Nagoya, directly imported from Japan - not regularly available in Europe.

The Kizumi (キズミ) is the classic Japanese watchmaker's loupe for clamping into the eye – the first tool every Japanese watchmaker reaches for. The MKS 15710 is the standard Kizumi in Japanese workshops: a lightweight, matte black body that sits securely and comfortably in the eye socket, with a cleanly ground lens without edge distortion.

The No. 2.5 is the all-round magnification in the series (approx. 5.0x; the number refers to the focal length in inches, according to old watchmaking tradition – the smaller the number, the stronger the magnification). It is the one loupe for the daily workbench: disassembling and assembling movements, changing batteries, setting hands, checking condition – strong enough for precise work, with enough working distance for free handling with tweezers and screwdrivers. If you're only getting one Kizumi, get this one.

What distinguishes this tool from European counterparts:

Functionally, the Kizumi corresponds to the well-known Swiss eye loupes (Bergeon 4422, etc.) – the difference lies in fit and weight: The Japanese design is flatter and sits much more securely on many face shapes without a retaining wire or straining the eye area. In Japan, the Kizumi is part of the official tool lists for the state watchmaking examination; the MKS version is the widely used professional quality there. Anyone who has ever worked with a poorly fitting loupe knows: the fit determines fatigue-free work.

The series includes three magnifications: No. 2.0 (approx. 6.0x), No. 2.5 (approx. 5.0x, this offer) and No. 3.0 (approx. 4.4x) – all available individually in our shop.

Specifications:
Magnification approx. 5.0x (focal length 2.5 inches)
Reference: MKS 15710 No. 2.5

Condition:
New, original packaging

Note
Improper use of tools can damage watches. Use at your own risk.