Weaver's thread gauge

The magnifying lens allows the number of threads to the inch and half inch to be counted.
Object no :
DMTL031a, DMTL031b
Collection :
Tweed Manufacturing in Nithsdale
Creator :
NA
Place of Production :
NA
Dimensions :
NA
Materials :
NA
Location :
NA
Accession number :
DUMFM:1968.172
Copyright :
Dumfries & Galloway Council
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