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    Classic Euro overreach. What stands out to me; regarding links offered by MeJasonT and DIYSwede, in posts 69 & 70, is the arrogant nature of government. Link states Mr. Thoburn had English and metric scales available, customers were charged accordingly [and equally] to their preference. That higher courts ruled appeals 'inadmissible', epitomizes gall and authoritarian mindset; "No, we'd thought this out with perfect clarity and forethought". Which apparently is quite not the case.
    Somehow identical but opposite is constant re-interpretation we [US] see, regarding "Shall not be infringed". I'd say their, our framers, King's English is perfectly clear.

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    Phil, is it big boulder in little creek without a paddle somewhere near little neck.
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    Another appliance measurement, but this time not just one.



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    Cleary was written by a male! Six or seven washing machines is about the size of the van next to sinkhole, but the sinkhole is actually the size of a small car 😉 😜

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    Wow, I didn't know there was a standard washing machine. How many scall bananas are they?

    (also some wag has started making standardized scale bananas, https://hackaday.com/2014/11/17/sand...e-is-so-metal/ )

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    Quote Originally Posted by Toolmaker51 View Post
    ....Mr. Thoburn had English and metric scales available, customers were charged accordingly [and equally] to their preference.
    Looking at it from the other side, which scale should the state certify? Keeping both system certifications increases the cost to taxpayers as well.
    Go uncertified one might say.... buyer beware. Wasn't that one of the triggers for french revolution?!

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    Nah,since when does a male know what a washing machine looks like����
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