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Your cart is empty.This is a Hardened Stainless Steel Satin Chrome Rigid 12" 300 mm Steel English Metric rule. This rule is made in Japan by Shinwa Measuring Tools Corporation, a premier tool manufacturer and is one of the most commonly used rules in Japan. This rule is made from the finest stainless steel available and is hardened and tempered. It has a zero glare satin chrome finish which makes it easy to read and will prevent corrosion. Markings are precision photo etched and then black filled for easy readability. The English Metric graduations shows 32nds and 64ths on one side and mm and .5 mm on the reverse. Rule is 1.250" wide and .040" thick. Both long edges and ends are ground flat and straight. Accuracy conforms to Japanese Industrial Standard (JIS) B 7516 Grade 1.
John M
Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2025
I'm happy with the quality of this ruler. I like that the zero of the scale is at the edge of the ruler. It's nice and rigid.
Melania Trump
Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2024
Too big for horseband measure parts but so strong and rigid! Corners and edges sharp so good for opening packages but not good for measure smol package
Mario
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2024
After using this 12 inch Shinwa, I ordered a second one (6 inch) from them as well. These are high quality, accurate, and super easy to read. I like flexible scales for some jobs but really like the rigidness of this scale, since it's easier to pick up from a flat workbench. I wear trifocals and am always jockeying my work pieces around in the light to get a read on a scale. These are so easy to read in most lighting situations, that I may buy several others to have in various work areas. Not a glamorous tool purchase, but once you use them you wonder why you didn't buy one earlier. Highly recommended.
Glenn B.
Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2023
Outstanding quality stainless steel ruler, especially for the price point. It's Made in Japan. Very easy to read, very nice markings, hard to find anything to complain about with this one! I got this, and the Mitutoyo at the same time, and the quality is comparable to the higher priced Mitutoyo in my opinion. If you are on the fence, go for it! You won't be disappointed.
M
Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2022
If you are into crafts or other technical hobbies where accurate measurements or even just a good straight-edge are needed... THIS is THE ruler. It lays perfectly flat. It is easy to read (English / Metric sides). The markings are etched into the metal, not just painted. Will probably last a lifetime and then another. It feels sturdy / stiff in the hand, not flimsy. The 1/32 and 1/64 marks on the English side and 1/2-mm marks on the metric side are fantastic for precise measurements.It may seem trivial, but good tools make a big difference... even "just a ruler." Spend a couple of extra dollars on this PRECISION ruler and be done with it.I got the 6" version, too. Well worth it!
Just a regular person
Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2021
This ruler is a joy to use. The finish is excellent, the markings are very easy to read, and it feels like a precision instrument. The edges seem to have been precision ground, making them square and true on every face, including the ends. It is designed in the style of a machinist's rule.I would not recommend this for kids or anyone that expects to toss this in a backpack without care. No thought has been given to rounding the corners for safety or comfort; that's not the intention with this design. Definitely save the plastic sheath that it comes with, otherwise if you put it in a bag with other items the corners will catch and rip things. Again, this design is all about precision above all else. If that sounds appealing to you, you will fall in love with this ruler.
Stan
Reviewed in Canada on September 26, 2019
Great rulers...good for trades
s c
Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2017
Made actually in Japan by craftsman!!! This is the best product ever, these are the best rulers ever, if you're thinking about this product purchase it now, stop thinking, do not purchase another set of rulers purchase these. Hheavy duty enough, but not too heavy, they are for the engineer and professional but reasonably priced enough for every day use. Do not say they have sharp edges, they are precise. One Can take some 400/600 grit sandpaper and knock off the edge corner that is an issue. Real craftsman will love love love these things there's nothing else like them, treat yourself !
Customer
Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2016
It is a very nice sturdy scale. It would be easier to read if the quarter and half marks were a little longer to stand out.
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