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I need a new perf gauge and was reading about this one on the Amos website, supposedly "new and improved" for US Specialists: Quote:
The New and Improved U.S. Specialized Multi-Gauge is the essential tool for any collector interested in U.S. stamps from the Classics through the Liberty Issue of 1954. The gauge now contains 12 precision measuring devices beginning with a Specialty Perf Gauge based on the Kiusalas Specialist Gauge. For collectors of the Grilled Issues, there are two useful gauges: the Grill Pattern Gauge, used to determine the grill type of a stamp, and the Grill Size Gauge, which is used to determine the size of the grill. The Parallel Line Millimeter Gauge is used to measure the width or height of coil stamps, as well as the parallel accuracy of coil cuts and edges. For collectors of Flat Press/Rotary Press issues, the Design Size Millimeter Gauge will quickly measure the size of the frame design of these stamps, while the Rotary/Flat Press Gauge is the quickest way to determine what press was used to print a stamp. Coverage of the Vending and Affixing Machine Perforation Identifier has been expanded to include The Attleboro Stamp Co., The Brinkerhoff Co. (Types I, IIa, IIb), The Farwell Co., International Vending Machine Co. (Types I-IV), The Schermack Co. (Types I-III) and US Automatic Vending Co. (Types I-III). The Large and Small Hole Perf 10 issues of the Liberty Series can easily be distinguished using this measuring device. The newly added tool is a Guide Dot Locator, which will be useful to platers and specialists interested in the US 1851-57 issues. A Standard Perf Gauge, which measures to the nearest tenth of a perf; a Cancellation Diameter Gauge and a 240mm-long Millimeter Scale are the final three devices on the gauge. The grill points in the Grill Pattern Gauge have been lightened, to allow users to better see through the gauge. This new gauge also features improved lamination that will keep the printed image from scratching off, and prevent shrinkage due to age and temperature. http://www.amosadvantage.com/scotto...t_no=USSMG02Anyone have any experience with this "new and improved" gauge or am I better off sticking with the standard (and cheaper) Scott/Linn's Multi-Gauge as shown here? http://www.amosadvantage.com/scotto...art_no=LIN01 |
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I have both and use both. I use the Multi-Gauge for quick and dirty checking and the US Specialty when I'm fly-specking. I like US Specialty perf gauge, the rotary/flat plate press guide and the millimeter gauge a lot. I don't know what kind of stamping you do so it is difficult to recommend one over the other. Here is a data sheet from the website of the manufacturer. Maybe this will help you decide. http://www.slingshotvenus.com/PDFs/...ataSheet.pdfDan  |
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I use the Scott's multi-gauge and it's ok. I find it difficult to see the perfs on covers which is the only reason I bought a transparent gauge.
Someone posted one the other day that looked very useful but I forgot who posted it.....sorry. |
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I use both. I have some of the old aluminum perforation gauges that were given away back in the 60's and 70's and they are great.
I do collect the Transportation Coils specialized, and do a lot of measuring of the precancels. The new Multi-gauge is fantastic in that it is
see-through and therefor a bit more precise.
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I've been using the New and Improved U.S. Specialized Multi-Gauge for about a year now. I like it. It does pretty much all it says it is supposed to do. The only drawback is on covers. I find it bulky and cumbersome to maneuver on the stamp and align it at the same time. This comes from someone who is dexterity challenged. I don't own the other so I can't compare them for you. |
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I use the U.S. Specialized Multi-Gauge for the specialized purposes listed in the advert. For that it is very good. I've also used it to measure fractional perfs like 11 3/4 etc. But my first line of attack for general perfing is a very simple Unitrade metal gauge. Its best to have both kinds in my opinion (simple and specialized). http://www.regencystamps.com/ItemDe...x?itemid=892I wasn't comfortable with the Scott/Linn's multigauge for whatever reason (I've forgotten now), probably my not wearing glasses when I should and having difficulty. In that situation (and wearing cheap CVS glasses to compensate), the simple metal gauge works best for me. |
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Thanks for all of the responses.
These perf gauges aren't that expensive that maybe I need more than one type for various uses. I was just hoping to save by ordering from a single company I already plan to order other items from, so as to economize on shipping charges.
However, it is good to know there are so many different types available for various specialties.
I appreciate the information. |
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Doesn't the fact that an adjustment from Kiusalas 11-73 (non-existent) to 11-72.5 which is a valid measurement, bring his measuring system into question? Originally, it appears that 11-73 was meant for the first rotary press sheet stamp U.S. # 542 but it's more like 11-72.5 in measurement. |
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Hi
I use the Lindner gauge referred to by apastuszak. If I am working on a large collection it is a real time saver. I have found that it is very accurate. The only problem I have with the guage is that it doesn't go to the real low perfs.
A tip for using this gauge. Turn the stamp over so the design is on the bottom and the stamp back is facing you. It is much easier to see the pin-to-perf match.
I bought mine when they first came out and paid $12 for it. I think they now cost in the $20 range.
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I remain the hopeless skeptic. I think everyone is always coming out with some whiz bang gadget and saying we need it so we will spend our money on it. In the '80's it was called "runaway consumerism".
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I really like the Lindner. I also use it with the back of the stamp facing up. |
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