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POWERTEC 71227 Anodized Aluminum Straightedge Review

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Very good

Revainrating 4.5 out of 5  
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4.7
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Description of POWERTEC 71227 Anodized Aluminum Straightedge

FUNCTION: A cost effective alternative to determining table surface flatness, engine block flatness, and can be used on other work surfaces, while also able to tune up and align machines such as jointers, planers and various others. FEATURES: An ergonomic, thick profile with a ribbed reinforcement for easy gripping, with precision milled edges for true parallel and accurate straightness, plus a hanging hole on the end to help keep your precision woodworking tools organized. ALUMINUM CONSTRUCTION: This heavy duty straight edge was engineered with lightweight anodized metal providing long-term durability and protection from everyday wear and abrasion. VERSATILE: Can be used as a straight edge guide for machines, drafting tool, drawing bar, or even to check cylinder head distortion - the possibilities are endless. SCALE: Straight edge ruler measures out to 24 inches long, 2 inches wide, with a 5/16” measuring surface width, and is equipped with a dual sided metric and standard ruler measurement system.

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Revainrating 5 out of 5

Does what it was made for.

The ruler is very well made and durable. A bit heavy but that makes it strong and not flexible where it gives you a nice and stiff false straight edge. You can actually clamp it in a vise using the clamps without worrying about it breaking or deforming.

Pros
  • Easy to use
Cons
  • Quick start guide

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Corinthian ruler leather

I have nothing to cite for its straightness. But I am almost certain that this is sufficient for the work of the government. That's got to be the damn best ruler my hands have ever stroked. Yesterday I started melting down all my tools other than a ruler into an alloy crown that I will be using to put a very parallel head hole on this ruler and crown it. I'm sure the queen will like it and then she will think me worthy.

Pros
  • Certified
Cons
  • Cord is shorter than other picks

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Good ruler ready for punishment

Excellent ruler made of high quality aluminium. It's durable and resists corrosion even with regular exposure to saltwater splashes (although I always clean it afterwards). It's not very useful as a gauge: the marks are a printed sticker, prone to scratches, and the edge is almost 1/4 inch thick, so the marks are always that far from the paper unless you're setting it to the edge. While the straight edge is great, it's durable enough to withstand some real abuse.

Pros
  • Ideal for outdoor activities
Cons
  • Not sure