16R or 4R graduations for a combination square set?
WEBSep 6, 2017. #8. darkzero said: I went with 4R cause it was cheaper. 4R is more common & easier to find, my set was too great of a deal to pass up. And if you consider resale value, 4R is better cause it won't be just machinist who would be interested. Not having tenths for my square set doesn't bother me at all.
Bit the bullet and ordered a used Starrett combination square
WEBMar 26, 2018 · Jeff, $ 50 is not too much for a name brand tool, delivered (especially). I would totally agree. I have several B&S and Starrett combination squares. I think the first set I bought was a Starrett and if I remember correctly, it was in the $50.00 price range new. The others were inherited from family members.
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WEBApr 21, 2015 · My Starrett combination square is the 2nd most used tool in my arsenal behind my Mitutoyo digital caliper. I have both the satin chrome 12 inch and 24 inch rules, I use the 24 inch frequently. I also frequently use my simple 6 inch machinist rule. I'm installing a DRO on my mill at the moment and I'm using all three on this job.
Dating vintage Starrett tools - The Hobby-Machinist
WEB23. Aug 5, 2013. #1. For several years I have wanted to have a readily accessible facility that would enable me to date my vintage STARRETT tools. I hope to accomplish that goal via this project which would benefit from visitor input and would be universally accessible. I earnestly request all input from fellow Starrett users/collectors.
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WEBJun 28, 2013 · You have two very early Starrett tools as shown by the stampings. Up to 1895 tools were stamped as follows (and as your tools are) - no "The" preceeding L. S. Starrett and no "Co." following Starrett or "U.S.A" following Mass: . In 1895 the stamping was changed to the form we are most familiar with now:
Bit the bullet and ordered a used Starrett combination square
WEBApr 12, 2011 · My first Starrett combination square with protractor head and centering head was 180.00 back in 1981-1983. Had to have it payroll deducted for about 2-3 months.... my B&S 1-2 mic purchased experienced but still with a nice appearance, carbide faces and tenths, was 50.00 about the same time period. One thing people have forgotten is
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WEBApr 23, 2011 · I have had for years, (I think it was my dads') a combination square that has the looks, build, and feels of a Starrett, it has a Starrett "4R grad" rule, but there are no markings on the head to indicate model number etc. View attachment 37034 View attachment 37035 The writing on the rule is a bit difficult to pick out, but it is there.
Good machinist square? 2-4-6 blocks? Both? - The Hobby-Machinist
WEBDec 22, 2023 · Messages. 80. Mar 4, 2024. #1. Working on acquiring tools for my home hobby machine shop. No machines yet as I keep missing the ones locally. But anyway, I am thinking that I will need a machinist square and/or a 2-4-6 block or both. And what a decent brand to acquire would be. I understand Starrett, B&S, etc are top notch and maybe …
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WEBApr 27, 2019 · MrTFW said: Good morning, James and all --. Here are a couple of pictures of a Starrett double protractor (see page 41 in the catalog link posted earlier). It was in the same box as the level and has a patent date of Dec. 27, 1904. The id stamp is just L.S.S. Co. and is one I didn't see on your site, James.
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WEBDec 18, 2013 · Aug 15, 2015. #5. I guess I'm cheap, for $200 I can sweep a lot of table. Instead of bumping into the T slots, I use two .050 Jo blocks, one at either end of the sweep. I position the indicator abut eight inches from the spindle, this gives me 16 inches of sweep, not four, it's at least four times more accurate (no, not accurate), meaningful.