I took a chance to read about some cracks in a cheap metal pen. The device is supplied with an already screwed-in NPT screw connection. Where some have had to screw it in themselves and end up cracking the bottom tip, this one already shows the line where it can break with just a little tightening. It's so tight I just left it alone. Works great, no leaks. The gauge is accurate as I compared the readings to my old trusty Brookstone gauge. I like an easy to read gauge without all the other units I don't need. The breather works fine. The cartridge was a bit difficult to insert into the tire valve. In general I am satisfied. Until I drop this thing, I think it's gonna keep going.