Walters 2x8 Monocular
by Walters
$315.95 ▲ $67.00 (27%)
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Last verified September 19, 2026 · classified April 26, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · April 26, 2026
This is a compact monocular telescope designed to mount onto an existing pair of eyeglasses, providing approximately 2.75x magnification for people with low vision who need hands-free distance viewing. It suits someone who wants to see things like signs, menus, or faces at a distance without holding anything up — a teacher writing on a whiteboard or a screen across a room are typical use cases. The monocular itself is the optical unit only; to actually mount it to glasses, you'll need the separate flip-up clamp adapter (model A2005), which is sold through their catalog and not included. At this magnification level, it's on the lower end of spectacle-mounted monoculars, so anyone needing to see very fine detail at distance may find they need a higher-power option.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- Vocational rehab
What Setup Looks Like
- With a guide
- Order the required A2005 flip-up clamp adapter separately through the Walters catalog — it does not ship with this unit.
- Attach the clamp adapter to your existing eyeglass frame following included instructions.
- Thread the monocular onto the lock nuts and position it in front of your preferred eye.
- Adjust alignment for your vision needs — allow 15–30 minutes for fitting. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
- With professional help
- A low vision optometrist or certified low vision therapist (CLVT) can assess whether 2.75x is the appropriate magnification for your specific tasks and viewing distances.
- An ATP or CLVT can properly fit and align the monocular on your frame to ensure optical alignment with your pupil — improper alignment reduces effectiveness significantly.
Getting it
Try Before You Buy
Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.
Where to Get It
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How to Fund This
Equipment like this is often pursued through official state programs. These are common starting points — each program decides its own eligibility and what it covers, so the first step is always a phone call.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Walters — view on vendor site; last verified September 19, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on April 26, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.