An inexpensive alternative thickness gauge.

[Ken Hundley]

How's that frosty bub? LOL. I currently use digital calipers and measure in two spots per edge, all edges. I am within a thou or two each, which is surprisig considering the crudity of my sander. I'll upgrade my thickness measuring tools when I have the budget to upgrade my thickness sander. That'll probably happen at the same time I have the budget to start my boat....meaning a few years from now. Glad that one's working for you....I'll add it to the list.

[mike789166]

I have been looking for something like this for a while but I didn't want to spend a lot of money. If any European based guys are interested they can be found here;

http://www.pasthorizons.com/shop/index. ... uct_id=130

It is an archeological supply company. I have just ordered for £26 +postage.

[Kevin Sjostrand]

NOW you guys are talking! And you are all welcome.
Ken, I was also just using standard calipers along the edges, which was probably close enough, but I did wonder if my plates were consistent, and now I know.
I wish we had a Woodcraft store in my area, they have lots of cool stuff.

Kevin

[mike789166]

Well, my caliper arrived this morning and I am very pleased with. I thickness my backs, tops and sides with hand tools so these are great. Thanks for the heads up Kevin.

[Kevin Sjostrand]

Way to go Mike! You are one smart guy, I can tell.
I smile everytime I use mine and tell myself how smart I am.....
I think I will go have another frosty.

Kevin

[David L]

I want a frosty!

David L

[Herman]

Great tip Mike,

I'll consider to get me one of those.
Till now I use this, with the use of a micrometer from work:

http://www.kitguitarsforum.com/archives ... 95_0_5_0_C