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    About High-Quality Rulers
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    What separates a throwaway ruler from one you’ll keep for decades, which type is best for everyday use, and how to compare materials.

    Rulers

    Your go-to rulers for everyday measuring. Whether metal for durability or wood for a classic feel, our rulers measure up to most tasks, from woodwork to textiles to rough machining.
    Lightweight Aluminum
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    Our economical option. These rulers are about as lightweight as plastic rulers, so they're convenient to carry from site to site. Although light, they're not flimsy—they resist snapping if knocked around in your toolbox. Plus, they'll keep their bright finish if frequently rinsed.
    Length—For easy handling and storage, 4 meter rulers come in two pieces that line up to create a complete ruler.
    Rulers
    Lg.,
    m
    Front Graduations (Numeric
    Graduations)
    Wd.
    Thk.
    Each
    Metric
     
    Right-to-Left Reading Direction
    41 mm (1 cm), 1 cm (1 cm)1 3/8"3/32"0000000000000
     

    Adhesive-Back Rulers

    Free up your hands when measuring length over and over—no more lining up rulers or tape measures. These rulers stick to everything from toolboxes to lathe beds for a permanent measuring guide.
    Extra-Flexible Plastic
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    These rulers are flexible enough to conform to curved surfaces without snapping.
    Lg.,
    m
    Front Graduations (Numeric
    Graduations)
    Wd.
    Thk.
    Color
    No. of
    Segments
    Each
    Metric
     
    Left-to-Right Reading Direction
    41 mm (10 cm)1/2"0.004"White40000000000000
     
    Right-to-Left Reading Direction
    41 mm (10 cm)1/2"0.004"White4000000000000
     
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