The Starrett EC799 Series Electronic Caliper is light, comfortable, easy-to-use, and constructed with features that have made Starrett slide calipers the machinist's first choice for many years. The EC799 offers a slim, streamlined profile, a large, clear, easy-to-read LCD display, long battery life, and function buttons for zero and inch/mm. Starrett calipers makes it simple to get accurate readings quickly and easily. Whether you're an experienced professional or an amateur when it comes to home improvement, our tools are handy and accessible. Starrett has set the standard for precision, quality, and innovation. Our products are long-lasting and robust with excellent service and performance. Manufacturing long-lasting and easy to use tools that provide consistent and reliable performance since 1880, Starrett tools are made with the highest standard of quality and workmanship, manufacturing more than 5,000 various tools, gages, and instruments, providing fine precision tools for industrial, professional, and consumer markets worldwide.