Eleon Stair Tread Template Tool – Aluminum Alloy Stair Tread Jig for Accurately Measuring Angle, Length, & Depth, Stair Gauge Measuring Tool, Compatible with Many Types of Layout Projects

This was much better quality than I was expecting. The tread-ends are 1/4″ thick aluminum. The sliders are thinner, but have ribs that add rigidity when handled vertically. All of the tapped holes were cleanly threaded. The finish is smoothly machined. Markings were etched (not surfaced marked) and colored for clear visibility. And, it comes in a nice storage case with foam slots.I am very mechanical and had no issues putting it together and adjusting it for use. All of the screw holes are counterbored to allow the screw heads to be recessed. When the screws are fully threaded into the tool, they “seat” and won’t turn when you subsequently tighten the knobs. I didn’t even need the included allen key. The tool is designed very well. It adjusted and tightened fine and held it’s position securely. One thing I would suggest…After you adjust and tighten the gauge, do not remove it from the tread with one hand. If your tread width is long, it may cause the sliders to bend slightly. Lift it with 2 hands and once it’s cleared from the tread you can turn it vertically so your putting the stress and weight on the ribbed sliders. It’s good practice to always handle it with 2 hands, as it will prevent bending and coming out of adjustment. It includes a carpenter’s pencil, but I threw that in my tool pouch for other use – those types of pencil leads tend to be thicker. I used a sharper, fine-pointed pencil for these precise markings.As usual, I spent some time reviewing the different offerings, reading reviews and was ultimately happy with this choice. Price-wise, it was not the cheapest or the most expensive but was somewhere in the middle, but as I said I was very pleased with the quality and usefulness. I used it for a 36″ tread replacement project and it worked perfectly.NOTE: I purchased this item on Amazon for full price and have no affiliation to the seller. I try to write helpful, unbiased and insightful reviews because I also read reviews prior to making my own buying decisions. I notice many reviews lack helpful information, are too brief or give poor reviews based on failing to read the product details, inexperience or lack of skill. Writing useful reviews helps pay it forward.