Louis Ohland wrote:
Folks, I would lie to be able to measure workpiece length while the
part is still chucked up. I see that Starrett has such a beast, but is a
bit rich. Any suggestions?


For a hollow tube a hook scale would work. If your eyes are good you
should be able to measure within a 64th or better with no problem.

How close do you want to measure it?

John