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Neiko Digital Caliper
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Measures thickness, tenons, bits and dados to a few thousandths. The fastest way to set up a perfect fit.
- Inch, millimetre and fraction modes
- Inside, outside and depth measurement
- Large digital display
- Stainless steel
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What we like
- Precise machine setups
- Reads fractions directly
- Inexpensive
Watch out for
- Battery needs replacing
- Overkill for rough carpentry
Measures thickness, tenons, bits and dados to a few thousandths. The fastest way to set up a perfect fit.
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