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                     INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT

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                             GERBER SCIENTIFIC, INC.
                (Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)

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                            [LOGO] GERBER SCIENTIFIC

                                                               September 7, 2004

Dear Gerber Scientific, Inc. Shareholder:

According to our latest records, we have not yet received your proxy for this
year's Annual Meeting of Gerber Scientific, Inc. on September 22, 2004. Your
Board of Directors has unanimously recommended that shareholders approve all
proposals. There are two proposals that require an 80% vote and need your
specific attention.

Your vote is important no matter how many or how few shares you may own. Whether
or not you have already done so, please vote utilizing the telephone or internet
option as described on the enclosed proxy card. You may also vote by signing,
dating and returning the enclosed proxy card today in the envelope provided and
help your company avoid the expense of further solicitation.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Very truly yours,

Gerber Scientific, Inc.
Board of Directors

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