[TheSpiceIsLife]

There was a period there a few years back where it was difficult to find digital calipers that wouldn't stay off, were so sensitive they'd automatically turn back on at the slightest movement in the room, and didn't have auto-off functionality.

Fortunately that phase seems to have passed and it's now possible to buy very good digital calipers that consistently match my $300 Mitatoyos, stay off when turned off, and automatically turn off after a few minutes of inactivity.

I was so impressed I bought another two and gave them away, saves pulling out the Mitatoyos when someone at work wants to borrow 'em.