Well - I bought a cheap chinese-made refractometer about a year ago. I paid around $20 for it on E-bay. I probably used it a dozen times.
Last week the thing literally disintegrated in my hand. I was attempting to focus it and the entire eye-piece sheared off. The lens fell out and went skipping accross the floor and under a cabinet in my garage. I can't find it.
Needless to say I'm in the market for a new refractometer. I'd like to avoid the cheap knockoffs and get a reliable piece of equipment. Anyone have any suggestions for a mid-range unit that will hold up for more than a few brewing sessions? I'm willing to pay more for a quality device.
Last week the thing literally disintegrated in my hand. I was attempting to focus it and the entire eye-piece sheared off. The lens fell out and went skipping accross the floor and under a cabinet in my garage. I can't find it.
Needless to say I'm in the market for a new refractometer. I'd like to avoid the cheap knockoffs and get a reliable piece of equipment. Anyone have any suggestions for a mid-range unit that will hold up for more than a few brewing sessions? I'm willing to pay more for a quality device.