That is quite a markdown from $153.66 to $59. I have no experience with this gauge, but where I used to work, we bought quite a few of their old black faced dial calipers. The worked fine and held up pretty good for just general light use. If you are concerned about sub .001" accuracy, I wouldn't expect it from something like this. For general hobby use - it should be fine. I'm going to order one if I can (it says backordered on the website right now)