Originally Posted by GomangoCuda
Originally Posted by moparx
i have used Starrett items almost exclusively during my 45 year working career as a machinist. they are pricey however.
Mititoyo makes good items as well.
just my personal experience. your mileage will vary.
others will have their own preferences, which will be a good comparison to mine, and help you make a good buying decision.
beer


Toolmaker for 37 years. I have 4 mechanical Starretts that I bought over 40 years ago and a Fowler digital that is newer. The Fowler looks exactly like the one fourgearsavoy shows above. I have not bought anything like this in decades so I can't comment on Starrett's current quality.



my career started in 1973, so the Starrett items i own were purchased a very long time ago.
i have also heard, and SEEN, the Starrett quality go downhill in the last few years, so i should have mentioned that.
i am sorry i did not.
beer