iGaging Digital Micrometer w Data Output 0-1"/0.00005"/0.001mm Tube

I own about $3000 worth of Mitutoyo, Fowler, and Starrett precision measuring instruments, which I bought around 20 years ago. and decided to give these a try since the 3-piece set alone costs what a single vernier micrometer used to cost, plus the LCD readout is easy to zero and the resolution goes down to 0.00005! I knew the set was of course, made in China.Well I received the item from Amazon Prime yesterday (after just a 2-3 day ship time), and boy, am I impressed! These are not cheap plastic thingees. The castings are quite hefty and pretty much free of any casting flash, porosity, or imperfections. No, they don't have the pretty, textured, powder coating like on the Mitutoyos, just plan gunmetal blue paint. Yes, the thimble and ratchet are plastic whereas the ones on the Big Three above (were) aluminum, but they have a precision feel when you rotate them, fine teeth on the ratchet, and just the right resistance. The thickness of the carbide inserts at the spindle and anvil aren't as generous as the Big Three used to be, but they are carbide. I checked to see how well the tips meet on the 0-1" micrometer and they were perfectly aligned, and the finish on the lapped carbide surfaces are as good as the Big Three. Even the white lettering on the insulated handles were without flaw. The locking lever doesn't have any slop and holds the spindle firm. None of the Philips screws on the micrometer were over torqued and stripped (maybe the ones on the handle might be barely perceptible, perhaps). The LCD readouts were flawless: crisp, no crooked readouts, with a resolution to 0.00005". Overall, the micrometers have a solid, quality feel to them.The contents of the kit are impressive, with three spare batteries (the micrometers already had batteries installed, although one was dying), a nifty wrench to remove the battery cover (so you don't need a quarter), calibration standards for the 2 and 3" micrometers, and even a ball end attachment for curved surfaces. The foam cushioned storage case for everything was superb.How do the micrometers work? I used it to check out the tolerances of a pair of 1-2-3 Gauge Blocks (also sold by Anytime Tools) and the results were impressive indeed. The gauge blocks have an advertised tolerance of +/- 0.0001" but I got readings between 0.0000-0.0001 on all surfaces. Many of the surfaces measured accurate to 0.00005"! I then rechecked zero on the micrometers and they were spot on back to 0.0000".Anytime Tools? You can depend on me to buy tools from them any time!

All i can say is you need these. I've spent countless dollars on expensive tools over the years to avoid cheaper alternatives. This is the at the same level of more expensive brands. Comes with spare batteries, gauges to zero and the screens are easy to read. The quality is great and if you used other brands the functionality should be familiar.

Absolutely worth the money.

They arrived in a very timely manner and with no apparent problems.I have not yet actually used any of them. So, far I have simply "played" with each of them a little. I will discover how they really perform once I actually start measuring any of the projects I have...

Good quality tool. Using them to rebuild an engine. Measurements are repeatable and the same as an expensive caliper.The digital readout makes measuring easier.

I purchased this item in October. I use it for my own personal use at my house and within 5 months it stopped ratcheting and the end of both turn dials fell off at the same time. I would leave no stars but it forces you to leave at least one. Also it says to follow the instructions so you can fix it. Not a problem if it came with instructions. Look back at my order to see if there was a warranty and it has a help line that says it could steal you identity and financial information. Seriously

Extremely good micrometers. Can and have compared to the best in the world for accuracy. I actually like the fine threads for bore gauge setting. Not sure how fluid proof they are so I don't try. A ridiculous good value for the quality.

Verry accurate.