Type High Gauge
This tool measures the height of a piece of type or a forme and came in a variety of styles.
The most common is a forked tool into which the type is placed. A set of marks scored into the gauge note type high.
Like the roller gauge, this tool is very useful when troubleshooting problems on press and will help eliminate problem issues.
Image Credit: Photograph by Kyle Van Horn
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