I seem to be collecting a few indicators lately. I used Starrett 196 indicators in my work for years. The design is well over 100 years old and they are dead simple and rugged. Although not as accurate as modern DTI type indicators .001" resolution is good enough for most jobs. I really like the wide contact tips that make it possible to run it over gaps like mill table t-slots when tramming. I found this one on Kijiji for $55 and it is just like new. I took the indicator apart to do a routine cleaning and it was spotless inside. The transfer lever arrangement is handy for measuring runout in small holes such as automotive clutch pilot bushings. Anyway for $55 I thought it was a good deal.
