STANLEY NO 4 EXTRA THIN RULE, 2 FOOT, 2 FOLD, DIFFEREN

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STANLEY NO 4 EXTRA THIN RULE, 2 FOOT, 2 FOLD, DIFFERENTI have a Stanley # 4, 2 foot, 2 fold Carpenters rule that is advertised as being "Extra Thin". It has an arch joint and brass hinges and tips. The width is 1 1/2" and it is made of Boxwood. It has 8ths and 16ths of inch graduations. This rule also has octagonal scales on it . And finally, and most important it is of an extra thin construction. This rule is marked with the rule model number and the Stanley logo. The logo is indicative of that used from 1858 to 1917. Apparently production stopped on this rule in 1917. However , I believe this rule was made before 1902 because of the absence of 10ths scales on it. The #4 is unique among Stanley rules in that the plates for the rule joint are mounted on, instead of being set into, the surface of the wood. This was necessary due to the extra thinness of the wood. When one lokks at the rule the hinge plates stand proud of the wood legs. Rule is in nice shape.. Both edge pins are present . No splits or cracks in this rule and the graduations and scales are all very legible and clear. The only blemish is that a former owner "F.C. WILSON" stamped his name on the front next to the arch joint. A nice example of this scarce rule that is frequently found with broken legs because they were thinner and tfore, flimsier than the normal rule. My E-Bay philosophy is simple, you are the customer and you decide how you want to handle the deal. I will go along with most anything as long as it is not too outrageous and you keep me informed. If it will be a few days before you get payment to me, no problem, just let me know so I will not worry about it being lost. I do not have any hard and fast time lines on what happens when. Normally I will get the package to the PO the day after I receive payment. If for some reason that will be delayed, I will let you know.As usual, you pay the shipping, insurance extra if desired. I personally recommend insurance if the item cost more than around $50, but you decide. On most items I sell, I try to estimate the postage cost by USPS Priority Mail (my shipping method) and include that up front so you know exactly what the cost of the item will be. I'm usually within a couple of dollars of the correct cost depending on your zip code. Unless it is too heavy or too large I ship everything, everyw by USPS priority mail. Never any crazy handling fees or ridiculous reserves.PayPal, money orders or checks accepted. Please allow a few days for checks if it is an expensive item. On most items I ship right away. So far all (well, most) of my dealings have been with nice, honest people. (As I would expect) . I always leave feedback up front, right after you have paid. Some vendors never leave feedback first, they wait till you have left it, that way if you leave bad feedback they can retaliate. I have talked with E-bay about this problem but they always duck the issue. Anyway, I always leave feedback first because I know t will be no problem with my items (or on the rare occasion t is, I will immediately resolve the problem). My satisfaction policy is also very simple, you are the customer and you decide if you want the item. Satisfaction guaranteed, no exception. Purchase may be returned for any reason or no reason within a week in original condition for a full refund. If it is something I did or failed to do I will also refund the postage. If you just changed your mind or found another one down the street, cheaper or better. I still accept returns except you should pay the postage.Are you interested in Old Tools and Tool Collecting? Want to learn more about tools, and meet some great people who have the same interests? Please take a minute to check out the Mid-West Tool Collectors Web Site at this link: read more

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