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Manson Reamer Question

PR361

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Posted: 8/30/2026 5:21:58 PM EDT

Can anyone tell me what the 1/00 marking on a Manson reamer means?

AI says it’s a manufacture date.

Found a deal on one, but not sure if it’s standard or custom.

6.5-.284 for reference.

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Posted: 8/30/2026 10:41:46 PM EDT

[#1]

Call Dave Manson tomorrow.

I don't know.

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lfagan

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Posted: 8/30/2026 11:23:40 PM EDT

[#2]

Thr reamer was made in January of 2000.
Dave has retired.

PR361

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Posted: 8/31/2026 1:36:58 PM EDT

[#3]

Called Manson and they confirmed it is manufacture date. Thanks all.

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