Parts for #8 B&S 0-1" micrometer

[Dan Krager]

I have a beautiful B&S 0-1" #8 micrometer that needs a spring in the clutch thimble. Chances of getting OEM seem slim. Do I have to make one?
DanK

 

[Jake M]

My first thought is to cruise through eBay, see if somebody's selling a "vintage" micrometer for 20 bucks that looks like yours, with a little "patina' that includes chipped, rusted, or otherwise damaged anvil and/or spindle, or some other (essentially) unrecoverable damage. Then rob it for the parts.

 

[rabler]

Another possibility: Lee Spring
Not cheap but lots of options

 

[Dan Krager]

Thanks for the tips.
DanK

 

[mmcmdl]

I pulled all my mics out last night and will check . The 8s look familiar .