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Browse straight edge rules from the trusted brands you know — sourced through the same distribution network that supplies thousands of independent hardware stores nationwide. Every order helps keep them on the corner.

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The stores we send you to are local and independently run — often for generations, the kind of place where someone behind the counter knows the regulars. We don't own them. We just think they deserve the foot traffic. They can put most of what we sell on their next truck. Ask there before you check out here.

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About our directory. National Hardware Group is an independent retailer and directory. The local stores we list and link to are separately owned and operated — we have no ownership stake in any of them, and most pay us nothing to be included. That includes plenty of stores flying a co-op banner that people don't realize are locally owned and run, not operated by a corporation. Store owners can choose to upgrade their listing for an enhanced presence or pickup features, but the base directory is free, and inclusion is never a paid endorsement.

Straight Edge Rules

Empire 6-1/8 in. L X 1/2 in. W Stainless Steel Precision Pocket Rule SAE

Empire 36 in. L X 1-1/8 in. W Aluminum Heavy-Duty Straight-Edge Ruler SAE

Empire 48 in. L X 2 in. W Aluminum Heavy-Duty Straight-Edge Ruler SAE

Johnson 48 in. L X 2 in. W Aluminum Heavy Duty Straight Edge SAE

Johnson 72 in. L X 2 in. W Aluminum Straight Edge SAE

Johnson 36 in. L Aluminum Yardstick SAE

Johnson 98 in. L X 4.75 in. W Cutting Guide

General 6 in. L X 3/4 in. W Stainless Steel Precision Pocket Rule Metric

General 6 in. L X 3-7/8 in. W Stainless Steel Precision Rule

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