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    Interesting subject.
    I stand CORRECTED
    Micrometer reading error on my part.
    12 KE4/Mark7 reeds all measured 10/1000 (+/- 1/1000)
    K2 reed when measured directly.was also 10/1000
    Decimals and eyes are pesky critters.

    These numbers may not relate to your Eska.
    Once you have thickness, you may find a reed of the right
    thickness, width and length to use as basis for making
    a reed. A number of Eska engines were Tecumpseh so it is
    even possible a lawn mower shop may have correct type.
    Feeler gauge may be the right stuff. It may call for special
    techniques to drill and bring to right size and shape.
    Louis

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