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    Dial Test Iindicator Accessories

    This project started with the idea of it being just a set of parts for positioning indicators, However, it soon became obvious that it had other uses, typically, an Instrument Makers Vice and a Heavy Duty Helping Hand, to name but two. See my video for examples of the accessories being used.



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    Thanks Metaler! We've added your Mill DTI Holder to our Measuring and Marking category,
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    Thanks Metaler! We've added your Magnifier Holder to our Miscellaneous category,
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    Thanks Metaler! We've added your Toolmaker's Clamp to our Clamps category,
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    Thanks Metaler! We've added your Machine Guard to our Machining category,
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    Thanks Metaler! We've added your Helping Hand to our Helping Hands category,
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    A very good compilation of accessories for every toolmaker bench!!!

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    That beats the usual third hand with crocodile clips. I think that I'll make one.

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    For those who don't wish to build a new base, one can get away with replacing the alligator jaws with miniature machinist's clamps as I did here...

    Improved clamps for third hand
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    Quote Originally Posted by mklotz View Post
    For those who don't wish to build a new base, one can get away with replacing the alligator jaws with miniature machinist's clamps as I did here...

    Improved clamps for third hand
    That will do for me. Thanks.

    I note the transatlantic difference in terminology, you say alligator and I say crocodile.

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