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Starrett White Dial Caliper
Counting a number of excellent measuring devices to their name, the Starrett folks deliver once again with their Starrett 3202-6 model!
Comes in a durable stainless steel frame. Thumb-operated fine adjustment roll. Made of hardened stainless steel. Range of 0-6 inches.
Cheap plastic case.
Outside, Inside and Depth
1 Pound
Inch
Stainless Steel
+- 0.001
Best Value
Anytime Tools 6” Dial Caliper
Coming from a company which has been supplying both individuals and companies for a long time now, this Anytime Tools Dial Caliper is a product made by an experienced gang of people.
Comes with a measuring system reading both metric and imperial values. Made of hardened stainless steel. Shockproof. Highly accurate yet affordable.
Some models are shipped damaged from the factory.
Inside, Outside, Step and Depth
1.1 x 9.8 x 3.5 Inches, 11.2 Ounces
Inch and Metric
Stainless Steel
+- 0.001
Brown & Sharpe 599 Series Dial Caliper
Having created a number of impressive contraptions ever since they first entered the market in 1833, the Brown & Sharpe folks are one of the most well-known manufacturers of measuring equipment on the market!
Tough stainless steel construction. Anti-backlash, shock-proof design.
Some products don't have thumb wheels installed.
Inside, Outside, Step and Depth
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Inch
Stainless Steel
+- 0.001
Fowler Steel Shockproof Dial Caliper
Coming from a renowned manufacturer of measuring and calibrating equipment, the Fowler Stainless Steel Shockproof Dial Caliper can be a great solution for you upcoming handyman's task.
Tough stainless steel construction. Shock-proof anti-backlash control. Covered rack to make everything work smoothly. 1-year warranty.
Some customers have been claiming that the case it comes with is faulty, lacking the protective foam.
Inside, Outside, Step and Depth
9.6 x 3.4 x 1 Inches, 1 Pound
Inch
Stainless Steel
+- 0.001
Oshlun 6-Inch Dial Caliper
As a product of a renown company dealing in industrial and measuring contraptions, the Oshlun Fractional Dial Caliper is a tough device you can rely on!
Comes with a knurled thumb roller for easier handling and a plastic storage case. Features 4-way measuring head. 1-inch range per revolution. Two buying options include fractional and decimal dial.
The green dial of the fractional model may not suit all tastes.
Inside, Outside, Step and Depth
9.7 x 3.6 x 1.2 Inches, 9.6 Ounces
Inch
Stainless Steel
+- 0.001