I am considering offering the Spine-O-Meter as a kit for the Christmas season. What better way to spend some time this winter than finishing and assembling your own spine tester. The accuracy of the meter is inherent in the design so there should be no concerns in that regard. This will save a good deal of $$$ but I have not yet determined the price, somewhere around $125.
For those not familiar with the Spine-O-Meter search in the sponsor classifieds.
If the response is favorable I will gear up a production run in time for Xmas. My elves do not want to work too far into December - it is a union thing.
The buyer will get all of the parts to build the tester. The wood will be unfinished and the round-over edges will not be present. Just finish the wood to your taste and assemble.
Thanks for tour feedback,
Kevin