Are the dimensions embossed on the taps and dies, or laser etched? I have purchased other sets, but oxidization makes it difficult to read after a bit
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The sizes are laser etched on the tap & dies. The etching is good quality, much better than the cheap set I bought at an auto parts store in the past. The storage container has raised letters for each size, so if you always put the taps & dies back in the proper location you should have no trouble finding the correct size even if the tools get some rust on them. My set has zero oxidation on them so far.
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I used my tap & die set today & some of them are stamped on & some are laser etched. When I answered the other day I took a quick look at one & it was etched, & assumed that they all were, but some are clearly embossed. For some reason my set has both, & I can't figure out any reason for it.
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After you make the purchase, you just contact the seller by email. Like you, I was looking for a spot for the engraving request during the order process. So, it's not just you...no worries. The seller will reply to your contact with confirmation that they received your engraving specifications. Good Luck!!
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They are 3/4 inch wide by 1 7/8 inch long. The first time I ordered them I received 14 of them. The second time I ordered the same thing and only received one for the same price. It depends on the vendor that sends them to you. There seems to be no standard. More like luck of the draw. I returned the one and looked elsewhere. I ordered them from woodworking parts.com and received 28 for $24 including shipping but at least I knew what I was getting.
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Based on my measurements, the drill bit is 31/64 and the tap is a 14.03 mm X 1.5. The inserts has a 14 mm OD. Hope this helps.
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Yes, they are engraved, or as someone said, "stamped" on the handle. They are very nice!!
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They're not engraved but rather they have pressed lettering that can be read on both the outside and inside which shows both cup size and intermittent sizes. For instance, the 1/4 cup has a mark for 1/6 cup mark in addition to the 1/4 cup mark.
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Hi William!Thanks for your request, the manufacture measures by the size of the impression, not the letters. The size of the imprint is 1 inch high by 1 5/8 wide.Please let me know if I can assist you with anything else!AisteBisonOffice
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the set does contain a full length standard re sizing and decapping die. both sets do but I am not sure of other differences in sets or price.
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Just bought one. The package says "laser etched" however it looks more like a decal to me - maybe it is a laser etched decal :-). Anyway, if you look out on the Starrett website and zoom in on the photo you can see what I mean. Based on the reviews and my experience it really seems hit or miss with these. I would gladly pay the full price for one that some competent person had checked and verified before shipping (in the good-old-days this was called quality control) but as it is the one I ordered on 11/09/2014 clearly displays the non-matching scales as others have reported. I'm contacting Starrett to see if they can help. Just bought one. The package says "laser etched" however it looks more like a decal to me - maybe it is a laser etched decal :-). Anyway, if you look out on the Starrett website and zoom in on the photo you can see what I mean. Based on the reviews and my experience it really seems hit or miss with these. I would gladly pay the full price for one that some competent person had checked and verified before shipping (in the good-old-days this was called quality control) but as it is the one I ordered on 11/09/2014 clearly displays the non-matching scales as others have reported. I'm... » Read More Just bought one. The package says "laser etched" however it looks more like a decal to me - maybe it is a laser etched decal :-). Anyway, if you look out on the Starrett website and zoom in on the photo you can see what I mean. Based on the reviews and my experience it really seems hit or miss with these. I would gladly pay the full price for one that some competent person had checked and verified before shipping (in the good-old-days this was called quality control) but as it is the one I ordered on 11/09/2014 clearly displays the non-matching scales as others have reported. I'm contacting Starrett to see if they can help. « Show Less
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I just measured some, and I got an ID of 0.11-0.12" or 2.75-2.9 mm. The stuff is not high-precision and is somewhat flexible, so these numbers are a bit rough.
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The white base plate measures 5" x 5.5", the dies that fit it are smaller. Compared to other machines the dies are small.
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Although I can only offer an opinion as I don't know this for a fact but I do not believe these keys are etched. My old standby was etched and just died like 6 months ago. It was still as nice with all the characters crisp and clear as when I plugged it in for the first time. I did not realize how rare this was until I saw other boards much newer than my old one that looked 4 times older with shiny blank or chipped character keys. Sorry I could not be more help with a definitive answer. I can tell you so far, the print is fine but it has only been 7 months max.
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These are LASER engraved. That is why the surface appears to be smooth. The laser penetrates into the steel and is not just on the surface - if done properly.
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The main scale on the handle body is laser etched. The micrometer on the knurled handle is stamped and painted.
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Any RCBS press that I've seen uses the standard dies, an example being the Rockchucker Supreme. The Lee dies fit nicely, I also buy the Hornaday locking rings which sets the depth. The set screws seem to hold a better measurement than the standard Lee Precision locking ring with the O-ring.
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Mine are very clear! We use Cascade Action Pacs with Dawn and there has been no etching, they are as clear as the day we got them! Well worth the price.
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I don't know. I used a hand held embosser on them and they worked great for that purpose.