Alumicolor 3000 Series 6-Inch Red Mini Aluminum Triangular Architect Scale (3010-4)

Full disclosure: I love tiny, well made tools. Just added this to my travel kit after seeing my landscape architect friend use one. One caveat: Does NOT appear to be etched. That said, the markings don't seem to easily rub off either.

Durable but hard to grab at time when it’s laying on a flat surface

Awesome

Quality architect's scale at a small size - easy to fit in a briefcase or purse. I like that it comes in a plastic tube (to prevent scratching).

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