Starrett no 127 the prettiest and rarest micrometer

[DavidR8]

Braeden is probably too new to the forum to know about the box story.

Nice mic, for sure

Do tell!

 

[benmychree]

I think that series was made for US Armories, but would have to consult old catalogs to confirm.

 

[MrWhoopee]

of course we all appreciate that the screw slots are perfectly aligned with the arc of the frame, right?

-frank

Funny, I was just thinking of this the other day. They call it "clocking" the screws, though it usually refers to turning the screws so the slots are all aligned.

 

[Braeden P]

Yes John you are correct these were used to measure shells and it was going to be thrown away with a ton of other tools!

 

[.LMS.]

I agree - that is gorgeous. Let me be the first to say

 

[Peyton Price 17]

Braeden is probably too new to the forum to know about the box story.

Nice mic, for sure

story? I want to hear about it.

 

[9t8z28]

That mic is awesome! Def Starrett quality !

 

[tjb]

Jeff wants the box....

Good one, Mike. Can't stop laughing!

 

[Braeden P]

We need to know the story!

 

[Aukai]

Unless Jeff has the links, and wants to bring it back, it's buried in the past.