Originally Posted By: FlyChamps
I've been using the same Ohaus 5-0-5 for 42 years (yes, it is actually labeled Ohaus). It's been dead nuts reliable year after year after year. I have no plans to ever go digital - I suspect that balance beams cost more because better usually does cost more.

I have a Ohaus 1010 that I have had for 42 years also. The plastic cover has turned yellow, but she still works fine.