formariz 11,988 #1 Posted May 20, 2020 In my line of work precise dimensions are a must, some being difficult to take accurately such as ceiling heights and checking for square. That is where this mostly unknown tool makes those tasks easy. It’s the Lufkin No.7165 10 foot slide ruler. 6 4 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,357 #2 Posted May 20, 2020 When was that tool made? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
formariz 11,988 #3 Posted May 20, 2020 (edited) 28 minutes ago, elcamino/wheelhorse said: When was that tool made? Early 1900's to 40's. they were made in different lengths up to 12 feet. 3,4,5,and 6 feet each opening to twice that, always in only two pieces. Stanley has equivalent ones from same time period. They are relatively rare and pricey depending on condition. They are unknown to most people since they were always uncommon and expensive. Today they are pretty much a curiosity and collector item. However if one starts using one, particularly in a shop setting you just can't stay away from it. It excels in getting ceiling heights accurately and checking for square diagonally.I use it on the bench all the time to lay out long pieces, rather than using tape measures which I strongly dislike or a folding ruler which only goes to 8 feet. It will stand on its side edge laying flat along the work, which a folding stick ruler wont do. They are accurate and dead straight being made out of boxwood. One would think they are clumsy to use but they are not. Edited May 20, 2020 by formariz 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
