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Aestus57:
Well now... the battery in my digital calipers has just given up the ghost due to the cold weather, so dug out an old "steam driven" vernier one that my dad used to use regularly 50 years ago. Took me half an hour to remember how to use it, (but at least I could). Plus had to dig out a jewellers loupe to help me see the bl***y graduations. (Old aged eyesight)
So first thing tomorrow off to get new battery!!

We take a lot of modern technology for granted these days, wonder how many of the younger generation would even know where to start with an old fashioned vernier?    :doh:

Stilldrillin:
I stopped using my vernier caliper, when I went digital, some 4 years ago.

Recently offered it for free raffle, on my other forum, (Steam Toys).

Only 5 members showed interest. Mostly the older ones........  ::)

David D

Aestus57:
I'd hang on to it David.... just in case your battery goes flat! :thumbup:

Stilldrillin:

--- Quote from: Aestus57 on November 21, 2010, 11:09:14 AM ---I'd hang on to it David.... just in case your battery goes flat! :thumbup:

--- End quote ---

Too late Mate!

It's already arrived in Wales.....  :thumbup:

David D

Brass_Machine:
I primarily use my digital verniers... I do have a few 'analog' versions. I do however keep a bunch of spare batteries!

Eric

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