Sklar Merit Boley Gauge

A Boley gauge is a precision sliding caliper used to measure length, width or thickness where accuracy matters more than a quick visual estimate would allow. This Sklar Merit version is used across dental and general clinical settings to check the dimensions of items such as restorative components, orthodontic parts or small devices before they are fitted or used, helping confirm a correct fit ahead of placement.

Instruments of this kind are a standard fixture on a dental bench or in a clinical laboratory, used by dentists, dental technicians and clinical staff whenever a measurement needs to be more precise than what can be judged by eye. The sliding jaw mechanism allows a direct reading to be taken against a printed scale, giving a repeatable result across multiple measurements.

It should be kept clean and checked periodically to confirm the sliding mechanism still moves smoothly and the scale remains legible.