Published by the L. S. Starrett Company, this comprehensive, illustrated booklet tells the story of precision measurements in a simple, down-to-earth way that appeals to all levels of readers. The booklet contains information on: linear measuring standards; measuring and transferring measurements; steel rules; calipers and dividers; how to read vernier tools and the micrometer; types of micrometers; gage blocks and digital measuring tools; dial indicators; layout with accuracy; measuring lathe work; measuring screw threads; facts about fit; limits of tolerance; introduction to electronic tools; new precision measuring tools; and also includes eight pages of helpful reference data – decimal equivalents, squares, cubes, square and cube roots, tap drill and screw thread information.HistoryUsing Precision ToolsLinear MeasurementsSlide CalipersHow to Transfer MeasurementsDepth GagesCombination SetsMicrometersVernier ToolsWork LocationMeasuring Lathe WorkMeasuring of Length and DiameterMeasuring Screw ThreadsMeasuring AnglesGranite Surface PlatesData CollectionGage BlocksOptical Measuring ProjectorsVision SystemsFacts About FitsLimitsReference TablesEducational Material