Lufkin No. 48

TENdriver

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TENdriver
Okay, probably can’t compare to Richo’s Upson Nut rule, but I picked up a Lufkin No. 48 that seems to be in reasonably good shape.

Has strong lettering, not banged or dinged up and rule joints seem pretty tight.

Added it to my my minuscule Lufkin collection. I have my dad’s and granddad’s Lufkin carpenter rules.:)

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I don’t know much about these rules, are they pretty common?

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Jeff

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Jeff
That's a pretty neat rule. Is the overall length 2' (4 six inch sections)?

What will you use it for?
 

TENdriver

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TENdriver
Yes, it’s a 24” rule. I think it’s used in 6” increments, but I haven’t used one before.

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I don’t anticipate using any of these vintage rules. I can’t see investing the time to alter my established routines.

I actually prefer to use that specific model of Lufkin tape. I managed to intentionally accumulate 4 or 5 of them and would probably buy a couple more if I could find them.

The bright color works well for me since I sometimes end up waist deep in shavings.
 

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