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    Posted 8 years ago

    Ted_Straub
    (951 items)

    At first glance, I thought that this was some kind of engineering, or old time computer programming tool, but I see that there's a notation on it describing it as a Paper Caliper.

    I'm still baffled as to how to use it!

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    1. Ted_Straub Ted_Straub, 8 years ago
      Thank you, Nicefice, the reference that you posted cleared up my questions on this item. I appreciate you posting it, and I also appreciate your love of this item.
    2. Ted_Straub Ted_Straub, 8 years ago
      Good morning, jscott0363, I appreciate the love….thank you!
    3. Ted_Straub Ted_Straub, 8 years ago
      Hi, V-50…thank you for the love…..
    4. Ted_Straub Ted_Straub, 8 years ago
      Hi, gc…thanks for the love!
    5. Ted_Straub Ted_Straub, 8 years ago
      Good afternoon, Trey….thank you for the love!

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