If you can't find a suitable pair locally, try http://www.theshellstore.com/ and then click on specimen shells, then click on "email" and send inquiry to Bob.
Linda Bush wrote:
> Hi, All!
> I am looking for a pair of calipers to measure various of my scallop shells. There are a lot of calipers for sale on eBay. I know I don't need the accuracy of a vernier calipers, but I don't know what to look for; but I also know they don't have to be huge. Can someone help me?
>
> Thanks, Linda
>
> Above should read "various parts," such as height, width, depth or "fatness," and in metric, of course.
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Marlo
Merritt Island, Florida
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