First of all, I'm not a machinist... I primarily use these precise tools for reloading, and occasionally for some automotive work.
I've been using a Mitutoyo 6" caliper for years. A couple of people (Boyd, you're one of them) have suggested a good caliper will be more precise and consistent , especially when measuring case head expansion, and even outside neck diameter. I think it's time I add another tool to my stash, and also take the advice of 'more experienced' fella's on here, and buy a micrometer.
My question(s) is, do I need a blade mic, or a standard mic?
I was looking at this guy: http://www.globalindustrial.com/p/tools/test-measurement/Micrometers/0-1-x-00005-0-001mm-ip65-digimatic-outside-micrometer-no-spc-output-ratchet?utm_source=google_pr&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Micrometers-google_pr&infoParam.campaignId=T9F
Do I need to spend that much (unit in the link above is $135)? If a blade mic would be better suited to my needs, than I'd have to add at least $100 on top of that mic in the link above (for similar quality). I'm not really willing to spend over $150 on mic that I use for reloading!
It doesn't have to be a Mitutoyo, but really like the quality of their tools. I also prefer digital over mechanical. (I know how to use a vernier mic, but prefer looking at digital numbers)
Any suggestions/advice will be greatly appreciated
Walt
I've been using a Mitutoyo 6" caliper for years. A couple of people (Boyd, you're one of them) have suggested a good caliper will be more precise and consistent , especially when measuring case head expansion, and even outside neck diameter. I think it's time I add another tool to my stash, and also take the advice of 'more experienced' fella's on here, and buy a micrometer.
My question(s) is, do I need a blade mic, or a standard mic?
I was looking at this guy: http://www.globalindustrial.com/p/tools/test-measurement/Micrometers/0-1-x-00005-0-001mm-ip65-digimatic-outside-micrometer-no-spc-output-ratchet?utm_source=google_pr&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Micrometers-google_pr&infoParam.campaignId=T9F
Do I need to spend that much (unit in the link above is $135)? If a blade mic would be better suited to my needs, than I'd have to add at least $100 on top of that mic in the link above (for similar quality). I'm not really willing to spend over $150 on mic that I use for reloading!
It doesn't have to be a Mitutoyo, but really like the quality of their tools. I also prefer digital over mechanical. (I know how to use a vernier mic, but prefer looking at digital numbers)
Any suggestions/advice will be greatly appreciated

Walt