Is this laser etched now or still has the sticker? Accuracy problem with sticker fixed now?
1868645
I just received one purchased in 11/2014 and although it says "laser etched" it looks more like a sticker to me. In any event, mine has the 'mismatched scales' problem others have reported. The package did not appear to have been opened before I received it but it may well have been, or perhaps someone received it before I did and checked right through the packaging before opening it to observe the issue. Mine is off about 1/2 degree which doesn't sound like much but it actually makes a difference on larger moldings and casings. I am contacting Starrett for help - I think that's better than just doing a replacement with the seller since if everyone starts doing this we will pass the bad ones around for years.
1618690
Hi, I think the 2-3 days is the time they need to print it and get it to the post office. My sticker was posted from Ukraine and it also took 3 weeks to get to me (Sydney Australia). I'm pretty happy with the quality so I hope yours is good too.
708475
I just received mine yesterday and unfortunately, the sticker was there. I tried scraping it off with my nail, but it seemed like I was just pushing the sticky residue around instead of removing it. SOLUTION: I ran the area where the sticky residue was under hot water; then, I scrubbed the residue off using an abrasive, soapy sponge. I was worried it would discolor the stainless steel, but it looks fine! Note: I'm not sure if this would work on the colored ones as it might scratch the enamel, but it might be worth a try!
1947711
Never have had any problems, make sure cartridge snaps into place and stickers are removed. Try a test print and alignment.
2265506
mine doesn't say and the sticker is 3/4 of the way gone but I seriously doubt it.....sorry i couldn't be of more help.
819996
Julie, I was confused about this, too, whenever I went to order the marker. I contacted the seller directly (you can click onto the name and send your question) and he responded that after I placed the order that he would contact me for the engraving info. Hope this helps.
917121
I think it might be laser-etched. It isn't deeply stamped or anything, but there is a texture to it like something that has been laser-etched. Whatever it is, it seems to last. I ordered these and the progressive magnetic set at the same time, and the printed ink on the progressive set (which to be fair was half the price of the CIA set) has worn completely off my most used spoons since May 2012 when I got them. These look brand new.
101913
So far I only have marks where the key ring is rubbing all the time the rest looks still good. I took the stickers off because I like the plain black look. I have mine for about 5 or 6 month now.
1643410
If it's a counterfeit, it's a really good one. One way to tell (so I've read) is the lettering on the genuine one is engraved and the counterfeit ones are just stenciled. The one I received is engraved.
1552732
The red and black part shown in the photo is some kind of thick waterproof sticker. The degree measurements are not a sticker, so they may be laser etched. In any event, I haven't had any of the numbers wear off yet.
530912
Mine didn't come with a label/sticker. Suggest you try Goof Off to remove the residue
1208521
I'm guessing they're etched. The dots aren't raised as I would expect them to be if it were paint and when I scratch over them with my fingernail, nothing 'catches' the edge of my nail.
1472046
I just checked the one I received and have used since. No specific marking, sorry...
1150436
No, not my model. Reason: As a retired Army guy I consider myself a pretty fair marksman. Also, I figured the laser painting of the target, other than in total darkness, is probably fairly dim anyhow.
797708
Mine was not a sticker but more of a label printed on the plastic housing itself. The output of light is not monumental but it is brighter and looks much better than stock. Hope this helps!
2014582
I removed the sticker with a the help of a hair dyer. It left a little bit of adhesive, not noticeable unless you're looking for it.
2267257
Hi,I did check mine,don't see any machine marks, checked out flat and smooth within accuracy of 0.001,now 0.005 is just way to much.I will return that for another one,thanks for info!!!!!