Triumph
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Mitutoyo Digimatics are all I use.
I can see why cheap Harbor Freight calipers would turn someone sour on digital calipers
Bingo!!!
Have a pair of digital off Amazon & they are very inconsistent!!
Mitutoyo Digimatics are all I use.
I can see why cheap Harbor Freight calipers would turn someone sour on digital calipers
The "best" calipers for the money----Starrett.
For what you need when reloading ammunition----The $25.00 stainless ones that Midway have for sale.
I started with some digital calipers and disliked them for the same reason you stated. I ended up get an RCBS dial caliper and could't be happier with it. Probably was around $50.
if your looking for calipers for under $50.00 and don't care where there made , then Lyman, RCBS , or a set of MidWay's will work and they have better customer service than the junk tool deelers out there, but I would keep an eye on e-bay for Starrett , or Mitutoyo for just a few buck moreThat may be a good option. Even thought they are Chinese - RCBS has great customer service. If I had a problem with the pair I get I can always call RCBS
Triumph
6 inch Mitutoyo Stainless Steel dial caliper....good stuff that will last a lifetime.
Can you help me with a model #?
Another vote for Mitutoyo...buy once cry once...Another vote for Mitutoyo here.
I see no one said Fowler or Snap-on eatherGreat information in this thread!
After all of the experienced caliper users have weighed in on their favorite high-end brands, I was disappointed to not see Mahr (Mahr Federal in the US) mentioned.
They make some of the smoothest hand held calipers and micrometers in both dial and digital versions.
All of the top brands of these instruments compete on a very high level of quality. When you are looking for a quality instrument, Mahr should be on your list of brands to consider.
Full disclosure: I work for Mahr Federal.
Bob
I see no one said Fowler or Snap-on eather
if your looking for calipers for under $50.00 and don't care where there made , then Lyman, RCBS , or a set of MidWay's will work and they have better customer service than the junk tool deelers out there, but I would keep an eye on e-bay for Starrett , or Mitutoyo for just a few buck more