Spirit Levels

[Deleted User 298457]

Hi folks,

Driving myself mad with my current collection of inexpensive/hand me down spirit levels. What's the go-to?

I have a Magnuson 6ft'er which seems fine, do I just keep going with Magnuson or is it worth going for Stabila etc?

Edit: this is annoyingly good value:

Magnusson Level Set 4 Pieces - Screwfix

Order online at Screwfix.com. Lightweight and extruded aluminium body ensures durability and strength. End caps on long length levels (600, 1200 and 1800mm) to withstand shock and impact from fall. Features a continuous magnetic edge for holding power and hands-free measuring. FREE next day...

www.screwfix.com

 

[Deleted member 266365]

My long level isn't all that accurate; 2 of the 3 levels are slightly out - enough to be annoying (I know I could stick a shim on it to fix this but instead I bought one of these, rest it on the level and ignore the bubbles).

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0719JCKTK/

You can use it for absolute or relative angles plus calibrate it to be accurate.

 

[Deleted User 298457]

For those buying Stabila, there seems to be quite a difference between their entry level and top-end (price wise). I can see the 600mm comes in £25, £50 or £90 guises.

I already have the Magnuson 1.8m included in that pack, so I might just grab:

Stabila 70-2 Series Spirit level 31" (800mm) - Screwfix

and

Stabila 70-2 Series Spirit Level 16" (400mm) - Screwfix

Order online at Screwfix.com. Light metal construction. For DIY or professional use. FREE next day delivery available, free collection in 1 minute.

www.screwfix.com

It is worse value, but like I said, I already have the 1.8M box level from the pack. I assume we believe the build quality of the Stabila will exceed the Magnuson gear?

 

[Deleted User 298457]

I have the Screwfix version of the Forge Steel ones from before they switched to Magnuson and they've been fine for me as a general DIY'er

Yeah and TBF for the same/lower cost, the Magnuson ones are "box levels" that look more like the top-end Stabilas... and come with a bag.

 

[Deleted User 298457]

I didn't think the Stabila was pricey TBH but then I opted for them as my dad has had a set of the standard yellow ones for 50 years and still going strong hence my purchase

25cm
60cm
120cm

That's the 3 I got.

They aren't at the lower level; they do basics for around 20 quid. It's when you get drawn in it can get out of control

 

[Deleted User 298457]

Its a spirit level... How techy can they go?

Have a look man....their website is nuts lol. At the top end I think it just hires someone to throw a plumb bomb down for you and squint from a distance.