Best review I've seen to make sure mine were legit. Mine looks exactly like yours and has all the same documentation.

this video deserves more likes!

@DesignReviews

2 жыл бұрын

👍🏽 Thanks!

Thanks for demonstrating these details in helping people try to determine authenticity when buying one of these devices.. I'm learning that there are a lot of fake Mitutoyo calipers out in the world. It really makes a guy question whether or not its worth it to take a chance on getting ripped off. I guess like buying high dollar watches the mantra " Know your seller," holds true. We should have some exceedingly stiff penalties for this kind of theft.

@DesignReviews

2 жыл бұрын

Very easy to fix. Make the 3rd party seller platform (Amazon/Ebay) liable for fakes. They will immediately crackdown on counterfeits. Right now they are aware of counterfeits but they are happy to collect their commission without protecting the buyer.

Thanks for this I was a bit confused when I first examined the caliper I had received as the signature was printed, and 3 of the 4 buttons were not recessed. Especially since everything else like the case, the print, the battery and the accuracy seemed correct. Glad that you put my fears to rest since it was not cheap.

@DesignReviews

Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

Brilliant video. Many thanks.

@DesignReviews

Жыл бұрын

Very welcome

TY

Great video!

@DesignReviews

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

The battery terminal design and the start up display are different between fakes and the real thing too. When I insert a new SR44SW battery into my Mitutoyo caliper, 5 dots flash until the origin button is pressed. Good film thanks

@DesignReviews

Жыл бұрын

That's good to know. 👍🏽

A quick check of the number of decimal places displayed is 3 to the right of zero on the fake. 4 on the legit model -03. The fake with its cheaper microchip can only display 3 decimal units. Quick and simple. Packaging is really insignificant. Measuring is where the rubber meets the road with this tool.

@DesignReviews

7 ай бұрын

Good point. Unfortunately some of the fakes now go to 4 decimal points as well :/

I would rather buy a quality caliper made in Japan than a Starrett made in China. Only buy from authorized dealers like MSC, or McMaster. I am very happy with my Mitutoyo 500-72-20.

Where did you buy this beautiful piece of kit ?

You never made that video comparing the two calipers, did you?

@DesignReviews

Жыл бұрын

Not yet. Just haven't had the time :/

does amazon usa sell fake mitutoyo calipers?

@DesignReviews

2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately yes. Third party seller merchandise at Amazon gets mixed up with Amazon's own supply. Most of the third party sellers on Amazon sell fake Mitutoyo calipers so you may get shipped a fake caliper even if you buy directly from Amazon.

@HippieMagic

2 жыл бұрын

I bought one from a third party there (MSI Viking) and was able to check the list to confirm they are a legitimate seller. It shipped from them as well. Not from Amazon.

@DesignReviews

2 жыл бұрын

@@HippieMagic yes. MSI Viking is a legit seller. The problems occur when Amazon mixes up Merchandise for Fulfilled By Amazon orders.

There are now some very convincing fakes now. On these fakes the inspection certificate serial number is stamped. It should be printed

Sir price what is

@DesignReviews

2 жыл бұрын

Around $120-150

А брызги охлаждающей жидкости или воды он нормально работает, или показания сбиваются?

@DesignReviews

2 жыл бұрын

English?

@ЖелезнаяЖизнь

2 жыл бұрын

@@DesignReviews it works if it gets on it, water or coolant?

@DesignReviews

2 жыл бұрын

The electronic part may be affected, but moisture or a few drops should not affect its operation as it has fairly tight seals. The body is made of stainless steel so it's rust proof. Hope that helps.

@ЖелезнаяЖизнь

2 жыл бұрын

@@DesignReviews Thank you 👍

@dtnineninety9406

2 ай бұрын

Есть версия которая жидкости не боится.

A good microphone is essential in making videos. The sound quality was like a photo out of focus. Very hard to make out what you are saying. Also, if you don't have a fake one next to it for comparison, it is not very useful to be so one-sided. Use a wider angle lens too, hard to see the whole picture.

@DesignReviews

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. Will definitely fix the audio issues next time. I was thinking of getting an obviously fake one for the review, but a part of me refuses to give money to a counterfeiter.

@mjremy2605

Жыл бұрын

@@DesignReviews Ah yes good point! I never thought of that! See if you can look up some fake ones, copy the photos, and then show the difference side by side. These Chinese copies are becoming so good, I almost bought one on ebay for $50, then realized it was fake! Too cheap for a real one. Keep up the good work.

If its off by .001 consistently, its authentic.

@DesignReviews

2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha! .001 exactly.

price

@DesignReviews

Жыл бұрын

Fake ones are priced the same as the real ones. Amazon is the main culprit.

I was told the sticker on the side of the case lacking a QR code is a sign of a counterfeit. Do you know anything about that?