I had this same stud finder for tens of years and always loved it, until I dropped it recently and it now only partially works. I've tried many over the years, including some of these 'multi-function' ones with fancy display screens and lots of modes. What I found was that those 'fancy' ones were cumbersome to use and did not produce accurate results. Too many different buttons that had to be pressed to get to a specific mode and then they were slow to react and just plain clunky to hold and use.
I searched in an effort to find one like my old one and found this, which is the same, except in yellow and I guess it's a 'pro' model, so it has an additional 'deep scan' mode that my old one did not have. Everything works the same and works well. One simple button to press and hold when you want to scan for studs. Release button when done, simple! The button is positioned intuitively and makes operation simple. The design of the unit itself also makes it comfortable to hold in the hand; it's simple and well thought out. Takes only about a second to calibrate and you're ready to go. Red LEDs indicate when you're nearing a stud, followed by a green LED, audible tone, and a bright red marker line on top to easily show where to mark on wall.
I love this tool and was glad I could still find it. I feel the price was reasonable, even though I'd say it's about twice as much as I paid way back when I bought the first one. It runs on a 9 volt battery, which is not included. I'd also note that it's probably not the most rugged tool, since my first one broke after being dropped. But it did last for a very long time, with lots of use, so I can't complain.
I would definitely recommend this one if you're looking for an electronic stud finder. I also have a magnetic one, which I also like, but it doesn't work in all cases, so this is still my number one go-to.
| Manufacturer | Zircon |
|---|---|
| Part Number | JEN-1455 |
| Item Weight | 3.2 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 2.3 x 1.1 x 5.5 inches |
| Item model number | SS Pro SL |
| Batteries | 1 9V batteries required. |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | Yes |
| Warranty Description | Zircon Corporation warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. |
