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DRAWING & MEASURING TOOLS Skip the INTRO, Go RIGHT to the CATALOG! To make your life easier, and help you find exactly what you want, we have broken the on-line slide rule catalogs into smaller sections. Just CLICK on the icon of the rule type you are looking for at the left, to see the matching catalog. Large graphical catalogs are a bit SLOW, please give them time to load. You can order anything here just by picking up the phone, and calling (250) 769-1834 during normal office hours, 8:30AM to 4:30PM PST. OR, Email your order to Susan HERE. SHIPPING: Preferred and Alternate Methods as of June 4, 2013, CLICK for FULL DETAILS ON OUR FAQ Page. Rates are now changing rapidy, often with little notice to us, so all the data has been transferred to the FAQ page for speedy updating. E-Mail Susan if you want a quote for shipping to other destinations, or for something heavy. Sorry, we can't safely send most individual small parts in a regular letter envelope, they get destroyed by the automated handling equipment. Sometimes we can ship very rugged parts in a small padded envelope by letter post. Ask Susan. If we have your valid data on file, you can just click on the ORDER email link to place an order and indicate your approval to bill, and we will do the rest. We keep your active information for ONE YEAR for your convenience. If this is the first time you have dealt with us, you can phone +1 (250) 769-1834 to supply the billing info, or send it by the email link, as you prefer. We accept VISA/MC, international money order, Paypal (to Susan@Okanagan.net), and bank wire transfer. Please note that there are transaction fees with Paypal and wire transfer payments, the wire transfer fee is frankly horrifying. |
Click for bigger PIC! Click for bigger PIC! K+E Transit $695 |
K+E Transit c/w Case Excellent condition transit with fiberglass/aluminum transit case, has cross style reticle, center compass with stowing mechanism, and accessories. Our best match to a K+E catalog Transit is the NP5155 Builder's Transit/Level, but it is not identical to the catalog picture (possibly different year of manufacture). There is no model number anywhere on this unit, only the K+E logo and serial number. Optics look good when sighted, top focus knob works smoothly, and rear lens adjustment for the reticle work great. I was able to get a crisp distant image and reticle both with no problem, but we have no way to judge the over-all accuracy or calibration, so the unit is sold in as-is condition. Note the storage caution label HERE. Side setting adjustment scales are HERE. |
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Click for bigger PIC! Faber Castell Limited Edition Pen Set $95 |
Faber Castell Limited Edition Wood Pen Set Beautiful limited edition desiger pen/pencil sets from Faber Castell, turned wood bodies with black trim. Beautfully packed current production sets in see-though gift packages. We managed to get a few sets from Europe for FC fans. (Mechanical Pencil, (Black) Ball Point Pen) |
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Click for bigger PIC! ARISTO 1323 $29 w/sleeve $28 Loose |
Model 1323 Aristo plastic folding scale set Brand new collapsable scale set, fresh from the FACTORY! Unique and useful design. Metric scale (15cm long scales) set has ratios from 1:5 to 1:1250 in 9 dual and 1 single scales on 5 blades. Folds into a very nice, slim black leather case. A beautiful scale set in every way. We just got set up with Aristo to offer these incredibly useful scales again. We can get large quantities at a good discount. Scales: 1:10, 1:15, 1:20, 1:25, 1:30, 1:33-1/3, 1:40, 1:50, 1:75, 1:100, 1:125, 1:150, 1:200, 1:250, 1:300, 1:400, 1:500, 1:750, 1:1250 also 2:1, 2.5:1, 5:1 (5 blades/10 scales) |
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Click for bigger PIC! ARISTO 1322 $25 w/sleeve $24 Loose |
Model 1322 Aristo plastic folding scale set Brand new collapsable scale set, fresh from the FACTORY! Unique and useful design. Metric scale (15cm long scales) set has ratios from 1:100 to 1:5000 in 6 dual factor and 2 single factor scales on 4 blades. Folds into a very nice, slim black leather case. A beautiful scale set in every way. We just got set up with Aristo to offer these incredibly useful scales again. We can get large quantities at a good discount. CLICK HERE for scale close up. Scales: 1:100, 1:125, 1:150, 1:200, 1:250, 1:500, 1:625, 1:750, 1:1250, 1:1500, 1:2000, 1:2500, 1:5000 (4 blades/8 scales) |
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ALVIN 742PM Click for bigger PIC of all 3 sides $15
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ALVIN 742PM Excellent condition new triangular rules, classic 3-sided plastic rules with molded scales. Very attractive rules. Scales are 1:100/1:300, 1:250/1:500, 1:200/1:400. Made in Germany. Has clear lucite 2-part case. (6 scales) |
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CLICK for bigger PIC! Koh-I-Noor 3065-S4 Rapidograph Pen Set $65 |
KOH-I-NOOR Late Production 3065-S4 Rapidograph Pen Set, complete with display box Mint condition new set, still in original factory box. Contains 4 standard pens with reservoirs No. 00, No. 0, No. 1 and No. 2. Also has 1 pen handle, 1 pen wrench, desk stand, plus ink/cleaner bottle (empty). A truly beautiful set. We get constant inquiries for these sets, but have had real trouble finding good ones. This perfect, never used set should not be missed if you do a lot of pen or lettering work. 4 Pens |
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Click for bigger PIC! K+E 57-0208 10 Inch Luxylite Tri-Tractor Adjustable Triangle $35 |
K+E Late Production 57-0208 Luxylite Tri-Tractor Adjustable Triangle
Excellent condition 10 inch triangle, still has the original K+E box, but the box has tape on the corners. Has a 45 degree adjustment range, which permits 0-45 degrees and 45-90 degrees (by rotating the triangle). A very handy tool for making accurate angle lines that are something other than the normal 30/45/60 increments. Triangle and Box |
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The Draughtman's Set of Cardboard Scales Very old set of Geo. Rowney and Co. Paper Scales, 8 pieces with different scale factors, and box case. Made in London, England, age unknown. |
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Brand New Drafting Triangless 12/17 Inches long New, perfect condition, clear plexiglass, factory bagged right triangles. 45 degree triangles.12 inch wood ruler for reference (not included!). |
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Click for bigger PIC! Click for bigger PIC! Click for bigger PIC of SCRIBER! Click for bigger PIC of SCALES! K+E 61 Series Leroy Lettering Set $250-275 |
K+E Late Production 61-series Leroy Lettering Set
Excellent condition, fitted light and dark green plastic case with an amazing 11 scales and 3 late style reservoir pens (2 K+E, one ISO-M), and one new boxed K+E 00 old style pen, plus Leroy lettering pantograph and pen wrench. No marks or owner's ID. 1981 copyright on lid. Broad assortment of scales and pens. Case, 11 scales, 4 pens, Leroy pantograph |
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N3245-6 Click for bigger PIC! Click for bigger PIC! Click for another PIC! Click for another PIC! K+E Classic Leroy Lettering Set $225 |
K+E Leroy Lettering Set
Very Good condition, beautiful mahogany case with 6 scales and 6 pens! Plus Leroy lettering pantograph (scriber), pencil lead clutch, and hand pen holder. Lid contains operating information. Wow, what a complete set with accessories! No initials or owner's ID, some small and unobtrusive marks on the wood box. Contains a broad assortment of scales and pens, an excellent older set. Amazingly, it even has the outer green cardboard box, but it is taped and worn.
Pens: Case, 6 scales, 6 pens, Leroy pantograph (scriber), hand holder |
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Click for bigger PIC! K+E Leroy Lettering Scales $20 each |
K+E Leroy Lettering Scales
Excellent condition, with original K+E slip cover. Scales available individually, get any you are missing! C= Caps and numbers, CL=caps, numbers and lower case. Individual scales |
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Click for bigger PIC! K+E Leroy Greek Lettering Template $40 |
K+E Greek Font Leroy Lettering Template
Excellent condition template, sill in K+E slip cover. Unusual greek font, in both caps and lower case, 1 template.
Case, 1 scale |
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Click for bigger PIC! Click for bigger PIC! Click for bigger PIC! K+E 61-3135 DORIC Lettering Set $195 |
K+E Model 61-3135 DORIC Lettering Set
Excellent condition, beautiful mahogany case with 3 font scale and 2 pens, plus Leroy lettering pantograph and ink tube. No marks or owner's ID. Full use instructions inside the case lid. 1960 copyright on lid instructions. Pens: Case, box, 3 font scale, 2 pens + pencil, Doric pantograph |
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Faber-Castell Click for bigger PIC! Click for CASE View Faber-Castell 1400 Lettering Set $255
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WOW, a real beauty! Faber-Castell 1400 lettering set Excellent condition set, very well cared for, in fitted green latching case with FC logo on the case. Includes lettering rules, hand pen, pantograph pen, and pen tips. All tools are clean and in excellent condition, late manufacture, a sophisticated set compatible with Leroy pens and accessories. Pens: 00, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Scales: 80CL, 100CL, 120CL, 140CL, 175CL, 240CL, 350CL (120CL scale is made by Alpha, included as an extra) (7 lettering scales, 6 pens, pantograph pen and hand pen, spare tracing tip and fitted case) |
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KOH-I-NOOR |
BRAND NEW, BOXED Koh-I-Noor rapidogaph pens, in two sizes: PINK, #7, 2.00mm (0.079 inch) TAN, #000 (3x0), 0.25mm, (0.010 inch)These are recent manufacture, white bodies, made in the USA. Excellent pens for lettering, fine drawing and general drafting, use bulk ink in an internal reservoir. Everybody always breaks their 000 pen or gets it clogged, here's a chance to get a brand new one. (2 sizes avaiable) |
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KOH-I-NOOR |
BRAND NEW, BOXED Koh-I-Noor rapidogaph pen set, including:
000/0.25 Pen Still shrink wrapped, never opened or used. (4 pen sizes) |
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POST |
BRAND NEW, Sealed POST clear plastic French Curve, 8 1/2 inches long. Something mint from POST to add to your collection.
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Beautiful Paragon Chain Scale Map Rule Boxwood construction, with engine divided (chain division, full length) laminated scales. Large scale, 1/2 meter in length, made for USCE, ratio of 1:10,000 with one edge yards, one meters. Look new, includes protective green paper sleeve. Picture shows the worst green sleeve, and only partial scale length, won't all fit on the scanner. These are extremely attractive rules. (2 scales) |
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DIETZGEN |
DIETZGENModel 1288-PJL Dietzgen Stellar drafting set Excellent condition late production set, clean tools and case in red velvet lined folding plastic case with latches. Includes 5 inch divider, 5 inch bow head compass with pen/pencil tip and extension bar, 3 1/2 inch bow head compass, drawing pen, spare parts, cleaning cloth, manual and tools. All tools are made in Japan, and are free of any marks or rust with little use, the case is excellent condition. An outstanding, lightly used set in an excellent case. (4 major pieces, plus accessories) |
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DIETZGEN Model 1096T Constructo Dietzgen drafting set Excellent condition set, clean tools and case in green velvet lined folding case. Includes 4 1/2 inch divider, 4 1/2 inch compass with pencil tip, 2 small bow head compasses, one small bow head divider, drawing pen, spare parts, and tools. All tools are made in Germany (Ecobra), and are free of any marks or rust, the case is excellent condition. An outstanding lightly used set in an excellent case. (6 major pieces, plus accessories) |
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DIETZGEN |
Full Model 1092 Constructo Dietzgen drafting set Excellent condition set, clean tools and case in deep purple velvet lined folding case. Includes compass with pen and pencil tips, extension arm, drawing pen, spare parts, and tool. All tools are made in Germany, and are free of any marks or rust, the case is excellent condition. An outstanding unused set, with no missing pieces. (2 major pieces, plus accessories) |
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DIETZGEN 1084S Prep > Click for bigger PIC! Click for bigger PIC! $75 |
DIETZGEN PREPModel 1084S Good condition starter set. In a fitted, blue velvet lined case. Includes large 5 inch compass, 2 small ringhead bow compasses, plus drawing pen, spare parts tube, and accessories. A nice classic style set. All tools are made in Germany, some minor rust on a few small parts, easily cleaned. (4 major pieces and accessories) |
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Faber-Castell Click for bigger PIC! Click for case PIC! Faber Castell 71/39 IV $65 |
Model 71/39 IV Compass Set Excellent condition set, with good condition FC green plush lined case with side pull-pin lock. Has divider, divider/pencil/pen compass, drafting pen and spare parts. Made in Germany. (3 major pieces and accessories scales) |
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3.5 Inch Measuring Rule Brass and boxwood construction, with edge ruler on one side, and inside/outside caliper on the other, can read to 1/32" on caliper side, and 1/16" on ruler side. Used, some scuffs and marks, but very serviceable, and easily carried in a pocket. (2 Rulers) |
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