Machinist Level

[TommyD]

I bought a 6" Starrett level new for $110.00. I liked it so much I have since purchased an8", two 12", 15" and have my eye on an 18" and a 4" to complete the set. I have no reasonable use for that many levels other than I am crazy and like well made tools. I have only ever used the 6" to level my lather. Please do not go down the rabbit hole I found as I do not believe it has a bottom

I do the same, I may not need the item but it's just too cool to pass up, ESPECIALLY at a good price. My wife is gonna make a mint off my tools when I pass and she has an estate sale.

 

[Kevin J]

My wife is gonna make a mint off my tools when I pass and she has an estate sale.

Not if she sells them for what you told her you paid for them.

 

[Uglydog]

You could spend $50 for a starrett 6 inch level, $100 for #98 12 inch, and $300 for a #199 1/10000 inch super precision level. All depends on your needs to level. Lufkin also made a nice super precision level

Has anyone used the Lufkin?
As designed, is it comparable to the 98 or the 199?

Daryl
MN

 

[atlas ten]

Has anyone used the Lufkin?
As designed, is it comparable to the 98 or the 199?

Daryl
MN

I have a lufkin 12" #57. It is only a bench level. More precise than carpenters level.

There is also models #58 with graduation lines. These might be the master level style.

Jack

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[mksj]

The Lufkin shown would not be comparable to a 199Z, which is ~10X more sensitive. On a lathe to detect bed twist, probably want a precision level of at least 0.0005"/10" or better. I use a French EDA branded as SPI, which has an accuracy similar to the 199Z. The level viewing chamber is enclosed and quite easy to see. Might also look at VIZ precision levels.

http://www.hobby-machinist.com/threads/starrett-level-help.11735/

 

[itsme_Bernie]

Has anyone used the Lufkin?
As designed, is it comparable to the 98 or the 199?

Daryl
MN

Hey Daryl!

I have owned the Starrett 199 level which was awesome.

I sold it because people want Starrett 199's and it was mint, and I didn't need it to be so pretty.

I got this Lufkin No 59, which would be the Lufkin equivalent, but much harder to find. It works just as amazingly as the Starrett so I am happy!

Bernie

 

[Uglydog]

I've been opting for Lufkin over Starrett. Guess I will now be watching for a 59...

Daryl
MN


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[KBeitz]

I bought the 12" Starrett years ago... I found it to be a waste of time.
I build textile and woodworking machinery. I make everything adjustable.
It's fun to play with but I sure have not found a reason to put it to use.