PCRusty:

If you don't mind looking like Atom Ant the on the head type of magnifiers like Opti-Visor are the ticket.

They never get in the way while tying; (I used to constantly bump my bench magnifier with my hand while wrapping materials), they are comfortable and adjustable, are available in different magnifications for different working distances and you can buy different lenses and swap them out if you so choose.

I have two pair at two different magnifications and at about $30 a pair it is way cheaper than buying an Ott or Luxo with a magnifier.

Just a thought?