General tools has grown to become the recognized industry leader for specialty hand tools and instruments. Generals 102 micrometer is a practical and economic measuring tool for hobbyists and do-it-yourselfers. It is also great for day-to-day use in tool rooms and machine shops and has a guaranteed accuracy to 0.001 inch. The satin chrome barrel and thimble offer easy to read etched black graduations and the spindle is equipped with a lock for taking repetitive measurements. This item is also available as part of a set which includes a carbide scriber and satin chrome ruler.