- made of birch wood
- with a metal strip in the middle
- length 17 cm
- precise millimeter ruler
- packed in a plastic bag
- individually packaged

It is important to know

Before choosing a wooden ruler for business use, it is crucial to consider whether the dimensions and material match the typical tasks and expected frequency of use. Above all, it is important that the length and readability of the measurement marks actually enable precise work, and the material provides sufficient durability depending on the situation in the office or workshop. Users often overlook the relationship between compactness and the limitations of larger paper formats.

• A 17 cm ruler is extremely convenient for carrying and working on smaller documents or in limited space, but is not an optimal choice for larger drawings or planning on formats larger than A4.
• Wooden rulers are pleasant to handle and usually durable enough for occasional or moderate use, but with very intensive daily use (e.g. in technical offices) it is recommended to closely monitor the wear of the markings and possible damage to the edges.
• When an organization needs different lengths or types of rulers, purchasing a shorter ruler separately may require the subsequent purchase of additional kits or specialized accessories.

Source of editorial recommendations: general verifiable guidelines for product selection.

In practice

🟢 Daily preparation of correspondence and basic measurements

Very convenient - the 17 cm wooden ruler is very useful for quickly drawing and measuring shorter lines when preparing common office documents or correspondence.

🟡 Planning and technical drawing on larger formats

Suitable with limitations – for drawing longer lines or working on A3/A2 formats, the 17 cm length is limited; multiple moves or a combination with a longer ruler will often be required.

🟢 Mobile and field use

Very convenient - due to its compact dimensions, it is suitable for carrying in a bag or pen, where practicality and ease of use on the go are important.

🟡 Intensive daily use in a larger group

Suitable with limitations – the wooden ruler is robust enough for normal use, but with intensive sharing between multiple users, signs of wear may appear sooner than with some plastic or aluminum models.

Answers to frequently asked questions

How suitable is the 17 cm length for normal office tasks?

The 17 cm length is mainly useful for basic measuring and drawing shorter lines on smaller documents or in notes, but is not suitable for long straight lines on larger formats.

Are the measurement marks on the wooden ruler visible enough?

Wooden rulers usually offer legible markings, but can wear out over time due to the nature of the material, affecting long-term use.

For which tasks does an individual piece make more sense than a set of criteria?

It makes sense to choose a shorter ruler for routine, quick tasks, while a set is more practical in environments with diverse needs or when equipping multiple workstations.

Description updated: October 2026

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