Clockwise Tools MGBR-01 Magnetic Base Stand for Digital Dial Indicator Gauge 176lbs Max Pull

It isn't. It is MUCH better than I thought it would be. I figured for the price it wouldn't be substantial, or the mechanism would be cheap & finicky, or that the magnet wouldn't work correctly. None of this is true. This thing is awesome. It is larger than I imagined it would be, and much more stout. The mechanism that allows you to reposition the arm & then lock it into place works very well and the magnet is simply amazing in its ability to switch from no magnet to lots of magnet with just that easy-to-swivel switch. FINALLY somebody making something that works well & provides value for the dollar.

Much sturdier than my previous setup. I use this often at work doing line bores. The magnet is strong and arms lock up solid. I'm always surprised how adaptable this is if you use your imagination.

I am the type that is willing to buy cheaper items, knowing that the attention to detail was not there and some final steps were skipped and that’s most of the time why it’s cheaper. I don’t mind disassembling things and cleaning up burrs or just getting swarff and metal shavings out. You can see some small metal debris on the ball in the pic. I usually learn something about the item that I would not have known without this process. The magnet is very strong and holds well. Fits my dial gauges and locks tight. For the money, once it’s tuned if you will. It’s just as good as the more expensive options, not the top quality ones, but good enough for hobbyists work.

Already used it and it works as expected. Just as good as high cost ones. Why spend $125 or more when these do the exact same thing. Quality is there, adjustment knob strong magnet. Not on this yet but I work with chemicals and sometimes the colored coating come off but I didn’t buy those for looks so. I have had many for years and these are great

This is a good solid base. It has just one knob to turn and it locks all joints. My only complaint is the bracket where you mount your gage to. It's hard to get it tight enough so the gauge doesn't slip or turn.