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Stanley 47-973 8-Ounce Brass Plumb Bob

Stanley 47-973 8-Ounce Brass Plumb Bob

Stanley 47-973 8-Ounce Brass Plumb Bob
$ 10.02

Score By Feature

Based on 466 ratings
Easy to use
9.70
Durability
9.08
Accuracy
8.78
Value for money
8.28

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Product Description

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47-973 is the phone number to call if you need to get in touch with someone.
Taiwan is the country where the product is made.
Stanley is the manufacturer of this item.
Plumb bob made of brass that can be used for framing, deck building, plumbing, transit location, and construction.
The screw top makes it easier to attach the string to the plumb's center.
Solid brass construction with a polished lacquer finish resists rust, and a thru-hole allows for quick tightening.
A replaceable, hardened steel tip extends the life of the device; an extra tip is included.
8 ounces in weight; comes with a lifetime limited warranty.

Questions & Answers

Is there a string included? What is the length of the string, if any? If that's not the case, how do you attach the string and what kind of string should I buy?

There is no string included. It can be any small string. Cap unscrews, string is threaded through cap, knot is tied, and cap is screwed back on.

The bob's length is what I'm after - from beginning to end - However, the dimensions are not listed on the Stanley website. Is there anyone who knows about this?

The length of the plumb bob is about 4 inches. 5 inches.

What is the recommended string/line size? (How big does the screw cap's hole have to be? ) Thanks. ?

I'm a plumb bob collector, and I've discovered that a nylon line with a diameter of about. All of my bobs fit in a diameter of 040". Although the cap hole diameters on the bobs in my collection vary, the line described above works. Any solid line will suffice. The yellow or orange colored lines are visible through a surveying instrument when they are in use. However, that is old school technology; nowadays, sighting is most likely done with sighting heads and optical centers rather than the old line and bob method. Surprisingly, when I ordered my Stanley 47-inch, I didn't specify a color. 973, Amazon sent me a different bob, and I didn't want to waste my time and effort returning it. I still haven't found one that looks exactly like the one in the photo, though I have found some that are made similarly in Japan.

Why does the point have a hole in it?

Tightening is simple with the through hole.

Selected User Reviews For Stanley 47-973 8-Ounce Brass Plumb Bob

It doesn't resemble the plumb bob in the picture at all
3/5

The plumb bob I received does not resemble the one shown in the advertisement. I had hoped for something a lot bigger. I'm a jewelry designer, and I'd like to use this to make cone-shaped earrings. metal jewelry in a variety of shapes I've included photos of the items I received. I was extremely disappointed. I have no idea how the tool is supposed to be used; I only needed it to shape tin.

Gia Sullivan
Gia Sullivan
| Feb 15, 2021
Exceptional Stanley quality; Exactly the Right Size For Rough- Tripods need to be centered
5/5

I prefer Stanley plumb bobs because I believe their quality is the best (other brands have caused me problems). It's also nice to get a bonus tip. This 8- The 16-ounce version is identical to the 16-ounce version. In contrast to the image on the product page, this is an ounce version. It has a length of 4 1/2 inches. In addition, the packaging is identical to that of the 16-pack. Apart from being smaller, the ounce version is also smaller. This is the ideal size for putting tripods in the correct position. It's what I use to get a rough idea of what I'm looking for Theodolites (surveying instruments) are located in the center of the room. I use nylon building cord to string it; I warm the end and draw it into a point while it's still soft. It's then simple to twist it through the hole and feed it. Then secure it with a knot (a figure eight knot is traditional). To avoid unraveling, treat the other end of the line as well.

Treasure Wallace
Treasure Wallace
| Jun 11, 2021
Machined and polished to a high degree of perfection
5/5

The 16 oz. mug is a good example of this. The 8 oz. plumb bob from Stanley A replacement tip is included with the plumb bob, which is made of beautifully machined brass. I went with the 8 oz. I bought the 16 oz. at the same time as the 16 oz. , oblivious to the benefits or drawbacks of the weight difference. I can see two benefits to the heavier bob after using it for a variety of tasks: The first is that the string is tauter and does not move as much when you try to mark it; the second is that the string is thicker and does not move as much when you try to mark it; and the third is that the string The second advantage is that if you're working outside, the heavier bob will be less affected by wind. br>br>However, you won't notice the difference in most indoor applications, with the exception of the 8 oz. If you don't require additional stability, bob is a better choice. The bob's shape allows it to quickly settle. By comparing it to a mark on the floor, it's easy to tell when it's stopped swaying. It can also be used to locate the exact location on the floor beneath a specific point on the ceiling. br>br>It would have been nice if the package had included a string.

Ricardo Stephenson
Ricardo Stephenson
| Feb 18, 2021
This listing's image is not representative of what you will receive
3/5

This listing's image is not representative of what you'll get. Google 'Stanley 47-' to see what you'll get. This picture depicts a short, fat plumb bob, whereas the actual product you'll receive is longer and about an inch in diameter. br>br>While a plumb bob is a plumb bob, the illustration is incorrect. Also, the item weight in this listing is listed as "one pound," but the heading says "eight pounds. " ounces. Finally, if you want to use ball-point pens, You'll need two chains to hang this plumb bob. Ball chain with a diameter of 4 millimeters (3) There is nothing more substantial.

Hailey Lowery
Hailey Lowery
| Sep 11, 2021
It's attractive and functional, but don't forget to order the string as well
4/5

Overall, this plumb bob is attractive and functional. It should be stated explicitly in the description that string is not included. Small but significant because I had to dash out to the store to get a short reel to use it (thus defeating the entire two-step process). The concept of same-day delivery). My breeze block walls aren't very straight as I'm framing my basement. It's a good way to get lines from the ceiling to the ground. When hanging, it's important to keep it steady because it can take a while to "settle down. " "It also comes with a spare tip, which I doubt I'd find if the steel tip on the bob were to break.

Amari Hunter
Amari Hunter
| Jan 10, 2021
Plum bob made of brass
4/5

It does not appear to be the same as the picture, as many other users have stated. It's a little longer and thinner than in the photo, but it did the trick for me. I wish it came with a nylon sheath or something, but I was happy with it for the price.

River Rubio
River Rubio
| May 23, 2021
Machining is terrible
3/5

The item I received was not the same as the one shown in the photo. In addition, a plumb bob should be a fairly precise tool. The top threaded hole wasn't even close to being in the middle. The top screwed on and off easily, but it wouldn't hang level due to how far off the tapped hole was drilled.

Spencer Morales
Spencer Morales
| Sep 28, 2021
It appears to have a string attached to it
3/5

It shouldn't be necessary for me to read the Q&A. A to see that there is no string included. I by- Because the photo showed it with string, I passed several others that obviously didn't come with string but were less expensive to find this one. br>Daughter needs it to hang a shelf, but she won't use it after that. I'm not looking for something to pass down through the generations. She needed a plumb bob that she could use right out of the box and didn't have to search for string. br>I'm very disappointed.

Jakob HOPE
Jakob HOPE
| Jun 15, 2021

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