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  1. 03-08-2009, 02:45 PM #1
    Paddington
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    Default What’s the ideal width for a pair of scales in mm?

    Very quick question: What’s the ideal width for a pair of scales in mm? I don't have time to search today, so I decided to ask the question!

    I'm currently cutting some blanks; however, I think they are a little thick.

    Thanks for the help folks.
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    1/8 inch slab which equals 3.175 mm.

    After sanding, etc.. it ends up being somewhat less but in general that's a good the size to start with.

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    Yep +1 with the "Mad Max"
    The only time I start slightly thicker is when I am working with a heavy wedge then I will start at 3/16 or about 4mm...
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