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    Use Amazon & your phone to identify bolts and screws

    Pretty slick if it works as advertised. Lots of times I've needed something and didn't know the exact thread/length/metric/SAE etc.

    I just read the part about "along with hopefully an Android version." So, no help for many of us yet. DARN!


    https://www.popularmechanics.com/hom...ws&date=072118
    richg99
    Last edited by richg99; 07-22-2018 at 07:16 AM.

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    #2
    That's an awesome use of AI.

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    #3
    The most amazing part of that link is that I had no idea Popular Mechanics is still a thing. Haven't seen their magazine in over 25 years.

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    I just tried it and it worked great! Tried a machine screw and a wood screw.
    http://www.minnbass.com




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    Just tested it, doesnt work.... well it said that i had a hex head bolt but could not give me the size or thread.

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    #6
    Sounds like a good tool.

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    Quote Originally Posted by richg99 View Post
    Pretty slick if it works as advertised. Lots of times I've needed something and didn't know the exact thread/length/metric/SAE etc.


    https://www.popularmechanics.com/hom...ws&date=072118
    richg99
    Very nice and handy!!!!