Great tool for the engineering office. It's thick enough to be durable yet lightweight. The ends are precisely sharpened. The marker is easy to read and etch so I think it will be long lasting. I decided to try Mitutoyo to save some money (compared to Starrett) and I wasn't disappointed. I've only ever used their digital measuring tools (which are of course excellent) and this rule is of the high quality I've come to expect from them.