u/MkJester_

Image 1 — Scratched Refractometer, does it still work?
Image 2 — Scratched Refractometer, does it still work?
Image 3 — Scratched Refractometer, does it still work?
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Scratched Refractometer, does it still work?

Hi! I’m currently working as a jeweler in the family business.

I’m enrolled in the GIA gemologist course online and just started my diamond course, I’m already preparing tools for the colored stones and so I dusted off the old Duplex II refractometer we have at the shop.

I noticed the glass has some slight abrasions. Is this still usable?

Pictured above is me using the refractometer on a synthetic emerald. The last image is showing the abrasions.

Thank you!

u/MkJester_ — 3 days ago