In my opinion, this is the perfect caliper for the woodshop: a highly legible fractional dial on a shorter 4” body. I even like the metric scale on the top of the beam — perfect for those situations when you need a quick metric reading or an approximate metric/imperial conversion.
I’ve only had the caliper for a few weeks so I can’t comment on its longevity, but it feels solid and adjusts smoothly. Certainly a great value for the price.
My only complaint is that it comes with a flexible fabric sleeve rather than a proper protective case.