I've used brake fluid to strip paint off plastic models. It works most times but don't leave it over night. After a few hours I used a very soft...
Just Google in "Dental and Surgical Loupes" and you can start shopping. I don't think you would have any trouble purchasing a set as a civilian...
I am 88 years old and still modeling. I use the type of magnifiers that your dentist uses or should be using. I know because I'm a retired dentist...
I have two of those switchers. They work fairly well if you run wires between them; otherwise they stall on some frogs or trackwork that is...
The comedian, WC Fields, said that he never drank water because fish do disgusting things in it. Water would do disgusting things to your layout....