We've been repairing dial calipers for over 40 years and experience shows us that Swiss made Brown & Sharpe are among the best calipers available. And now, for 2007, they have reduced the prices in order to stay competitive with the cheap Asian imports. If your B&S dial calipers, old models or new, ever need repair — we'll be here — with plenty of parts in stock and many years of experience. - Check out the competition: see a brand comparison on page 11
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B&S 6" dial caliper |
Brown & Sharpe dial calipers shown above are available with white (actually a dull silver) or black dials. If you have no experience with black dials, then we suggest you go for the regular white dial. The length of the jaws on these dial calipers is 1.5" which is pretty much the norm. Redesigned, foam lined, plastic storage case with the Tesa logo is included. Manufacturer's calibration certificate enclosed. Swiss made of hardened stainless steel for long wear. |
Model | Range | Grads | Max error | Dial color | Order no. | List Price | Your Price |
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599-579-4 | 6" | .001" | ** | white | 51774 | 143.00 | 109.00 |
599-579-5 | 6" | .001" | ** | black | 51879 | 143.00 | 109.00 |
** The maximum error on these B&S dial calipers is less than or equal to .001" for the first four inches. Above four inches, the maximum error is about .0012"  You may order online by selecting any linked order number above.
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B&S 8" dial caliper |
Just like the 6" calipers pictured above except for the longer range. This model has a thumb wheel for easier control. Jaws are 1.9" long. The wood box is no longer included. The calipers now come in a hard plastic case. Optional depth base is available. See bottom of this page. - 8" White #599-579-8-1
- 8" Black #599-579-8-5-1
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Model | Range | Grads | Max error | Dial color | Order no. | List Price | Your Price |
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579-8-1 | 8" | .001" | ** | white | 27594 | 250.00 | 169.00 |
579-8-5-1 | 8" | .001" | ** | black | 27593 | 250.00 | 169.00 |
** The maximum error on these B&S dial calipers is less than or equal to .001" for the first four inches. Above four inches, the maximum error is about .0012" You may order online by selecting any linked order number above. |
B&S 12" dial caliper |
Jaw length is 2.5" on these larger dial calipers. This model has a thumb wheel for easier control. Case included. Optional depth base is available at bottom of this page. - 12" White #599-579-12-1
- 12" Black #599-579-12-5-1
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Model | Range | Grads | Max error | Dial color | Order no. | List Price | Your Price |
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579-12-1 | 12" | .001" | ** | white | 27592 | 298.00 | 239.00 |
579-12-5-1 | 12" | .001" | ** | black | 27591 | 298.00 | 239.00 |
** The maximum error on these B&S dial calipers is less than or equal to .001" for the first four inches. Above four inches, the maximum error is about .0012" You may order online by selecting any linked order number above. |
B&S 150 mm dial caliper |
Metric dial calipers with 0,02 mm resolution. These are the metric equivalents to the 6" calipers shown above. They come with a yellow dial. The depth base attachment is optional on these. It will take the same size depth base as the 6" model. If you are looking for metric dial calipers with different specs (0.01 mm graduations, for example) please see page 97. |
Model | Range | Grads | Max error | Dial color | Order no. | List Price | Your Price |
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579-14 | 150 mm | 0.02 mm | ** | yellow | 51775 | 172.00 | 169.00 |
** The maximum error on these B&S dial calipers is less than or equal to 20 µm for the first 100 mm. Above 100 mm, the maximum error is about 30 µm. You may order online by selecting any linked order number above. |
Treat yourself to a new wooden box |
The calipers above all come with hard plastic cases which do good service in the tool box and the rain forests of Peru. But, you may have reasons for desiring this wooden version. It will safeguard your investment and make them presentable, too. These wooden boxes (made from those same rain forests, no doubt) are ideal for gift giving and they're pretty impressive when you keep them polished. Designed for all B&S 6" mechanical calipers ... $39.00 order now |
Depth Base Attachment |
In order to use the calipers for measuring depth of grooves and bores, use this attachment (shown with calipers). It slides onto the end of the caliper beam and is fastened in place with a lock screw. The calipers can now be used as a depth gage. For all Brown & Sharpe, Tesa and Etalon dial caliper models. These are the genuine made in Switzerland depth bases. |
More stuff about calipers... |
- Calibration procedures for dial calipers on page 7
- Check out the competition: brand comparison on page 11
- Dial caliper accessories for measuring undercuts and bore centers, etc. page 102
- General instructions of caliper use on page 11
- Spare parts on page 72
- Vernier calipers on page 136
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