Kroplin Schnelltaster dial thickness gauge in its open wooden case, with German instructions inside the lid.

Kröplin Schnelltaster 0–10 mm Dial Thickness Gauge in Wooden Case

€125,00 EUR
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Kroplin Schnelltaster dial thickness gauge in its open wooden case, with German instructions inside the lid.
  • Kroplin Schnelltaster dial thickness gauge in its open wooden case, with German instructions inside the lid.
  • German instruction sheet headed Gebrauchsanweisung Nr. 60, with folds, discoloration and small tears.
  • Rear view of the Kroplin Schnelltaster showing its curved measuring arms and worn metal finish.
  • Close-up of the Schnelltaster dial marked 0–10 mm and 0.05 mm, with its pointer and numbered scale.
  • Front view of the Kroplin Schnelltaster with curved measuring arms and a round 0–10 mm dial.
  • Closed wooden case with a worn red Der Schnelltaster System Kroplin label and metal clasp.
  • Kroplin Schnelltaster dial thickness gauge in its open wooden case, with German instructions inside the lid.
  • German instruction sheet headed Gebrauchsanweisung Nr. 60, with folds, discoloration and small tears.
  • Rear view of the Kroplin Schnelltaster showing its curved measuring arms and worn metal finish.
  • Close-up of the Schnelltaster dial marked 0–10 mm and 0.05 mm, with its pointer and numbered scale.
  • Front view of the Kroplin Schnelltaster with curved measuring arms and a round 0–10 mm dial.
  • Closed wooden case with a worn red Der Schnelltaster System Kroplin label and metal clasp.
Kröplin Schnelltaster 0–10 mm Dial Thickness Gauge in Wooden Case

Kröplin Schnelltaster 0–10 mm Dial Thickness Gauge in Wooden Case

€125,00 EUR

A compact mechanical measuring instrument from the world of precision workshops. This “Schnelltaster,” marked “System Kröplin,” combines curved measuring arms with a round dial. Its wooden storage case with a red label gives the set a distinctive vintage workshop character.

An interesting piece for collectors of historical measuring tools and mechanical instruments. The dial and measuring arms illustrate how small thicknesses and outside dimensions were read using a mechanical pointer gauge.

  • Marked “Schnelltaster” and “System Kröplin”
  • Measuring range marked on the dial: 0–10 mm (approximately 0–0.394 in)
  • Dial graduation: 0.05 mm (approximately 0.002 in); this does not establish its current measuring accuracy
  • Dated by the seller to the 1950s–1960s; exact date of manufacture is unknown
  • Wooden storage case with a red “Der Schnelltaster – System Kröplin” label and German instructions headed “Gebrauchsanweisung Nr. 60”
  • According to the seller, the case and instructions originally belong with the instrument
  • Stated weight including the case: 142 g (approximately 5.01 oz / 0.31 lb)
  • Stated dimensions including the case: 11 × 7 × 3 cm (approximately 4.33 × 2.76 × 1.18 in)

Condition and operation: Used condition with wear and localized loss of the metal finish, scratches, and discoloration. The wooden case and red label show signs of use; the instruction sheet has age-related discoloration, folds, and small tears. The seller reports that the instrument has been tested and operates smoothly; it has not been calibrated. Please review the photographs for its condition and included items.

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