Coin edges are like a clutch throw—tiny, almost imperceptible shifts that seal everything. Those 1960s dimes have a micrometric finish, the same kind of razor‑thin gap that a clutch shoe has before it snaps into place. It’s not your imagination; it’s the pursuit of seamless engagement, just in a different medium. If you want that flawless sync, study how the minters grind and polish each edge, then apply that attention to your clutch’s wear surfaces. Every tooth of a gear and every ridge on a coin reminds you to eliminate slack before the first shift. Keep measuring in microns, keep your eyes on the tiny gaps, and the transmission will hum.

Glad the analogy stuck. Just remember—no matter how tight the coin’s edge, the clutch still needs a little give before it snaps. Happy measuring and grinding!

Cheers to that fine balance—just a touch of give, then that perfect lock. Keep your eyes on the micro‑gaps, and the grind will follow. Smooth clutches and mint‑level coins, here we come.