Digital caliper

[Diamondbug]

In my hunt to find enough matching oecs to make a 1/2 to 3/4 band, I am having a hard time eye balling size . What calipers do you guys use and recommend? Bonus if I can get it through amazon. Thank you.

 

[dk168]

In my hunt to find enough matching oecs to make a 1/2 to 3/4 band, I am having a hard time eye balling size . What calipers do you guys use and recommend? Bonus if I can get it through amazon. Thank you.

I bought mine from an eBay vendor many years ago, it is digital and can measure in mm as well as inches (in decimals not in fraction).

I had a look in Amazon UK's site, and plenty of them came up in my search. I would advise getting a pair with good overall reviews based on a large number of reviews submitted.

DK

 

[Diamondbug]

Thanks Dk.... yes, I took a look on amazon too but soooo many calipers from $20 and up. Think I will order a couple and try them out.

 

[JPie]

I have these and I like them. I take the battery out when it’s not in use.

iGaging IP54 Electronic Digital Caliper 0-6" Display Inch/Metric/Fractions Stainless Steel Body: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific

iGaging IP54 Electronic Digital Caliper 0-6" Display Inch/Metric/Fractions Stainless Steel Body: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific

www.amazon.com

 

[dk168]

I have these and I like them. I take the battery out when it’s not in use.

iGaging IP54 Electronic Digital Caliper 0-6" Display Inch/Metric/Fractions Stainless Steel Body: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific

iGaging IP54 Electronic Digital Caliper 0-6" Display Inch/Metric/Fractions Stainless Steel Body: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific

www.amazon.com

I do that too as in take the battery out when not in use.

The case that came with the calipers even has a slot in the protective foam for the battery.

DK

 

[2Neesers]

I first had the steel type and thought they were fine, until a gem slipped when I was measuring it and I realized the metal could have seriously damage the stone. I have switched to style below that are made of carbon fiber. They are very compact and lightweight. I’m not sure what carbon fiber technically is...but it resembles lightweight plastic.

https://www.amazon.com/General-Tools-1433-Fraction-Fractional/dp/B002RHP7SE/ref=sr_1_3?crid=328PPDCO2UF4X&dchild=1&keywords=general%2Btools%2B1433%2Bfraction%2Bplus%2Bdigital%2Bfractional%2Bcaliper&qid=1615326678&sprefix=General%2Btools%2B1433%2Caps%2C167&sr=8-3&th=1

 

[Diamondbug]

Thank you for the recommendations. I was reading reviews on some of the calipers and most recommended the metal calipers. I ordered one and yes I agree if a gem slip, it could get damaged. I will have to order one like yours. Thanks again for recommendation