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What kind of digital calipers do I need?
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<blockquote data-quote="Browninglover1" data-source="post: 477470" data-attributes="member: 29966"><p>I work in a machine shop where all we use are Mitutoyo calipers and they are amazing but they're also over $100. I was going to buy one of the Mitutoyo's for reloading but I bought an RCBS caliper for 20 bucks instead and have absolutely loved it. It repeats exactly the same every time and I tested it against some Starrett micrometers and it measured right on from 0-5 inches (I didn't test to 6 inches). </p><p></p><p>The only thing I don't like about the RCBS caliper is that it doesn't shut off automatically and because of that I need new batteries all the time. WhenI remember to shut it off the battery life is quite good. You definitely get what you pay for with calipers but if you need more precision than the RCBS unit offers than you really need to step up to a micrometer.</p><p></p><p>That being said.... I've heard of people that buy the Hornady or RCBS calipers and they break quickly or don't function out of the box, but for buying a cheaper caliper you take that chance. Luckily both companies have excellent warranties and will replace them, it just is a hassle to deal with.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Browninglover1, post: 477470, member: 29966"] I work in a machine shop where all we use are Mitutoyo calipers and they are amazing but they're also over $100. I was going to buy one of the Mitutoyo's for reloading but I bought an RCBS caliper for 20 bucks instead and have absolutely loved it. It repeats exactly the same every time and I tested it against some Starrett micrometers and it measured right on from 0-5 inches (I didn't test to 6 inches). The only thing I don't like about the RCBS caliper is that it doesn't shut off automatically and because of that I need new batteries all the time. WhenI remember to shut it off the battery life is quite good. You definitely get what you pay for with calipers but if you need more precision than the RCBS unit offers than you really need to step up to a micrometer. That being said.... I've heard of people that buy the Hornady or RCBS calipers and they break quickly or don't function out of the box, but for buying a cheaper caliper you take that chance. Luckily both companies have excellent warranties and will replace them, it just is a hassle to deal with. [/QUOTE]
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