
Chaining Buddy Hip Chain, by Fremaco FR-100
Chaining Buddy Hip Chain is a distance measuring device that operates by measuring the length of string that is drawn from a spool that is within the instrument. The impact resistant, lightweight plastic case can be worn on the hip, freeing the hands for note writing or soil sampling. The biodegradable cotton thread is 9,000 feet long and comes in white or orange. Counter reads to 99,999 feet. The Fremaco "Chaining Buddy" Hip Chain features big, clear windows in the top that are permanently held in place with rivets. The Fremaco "Chaining Buddy" Hip Chain has a unique counter mounting system that's designed to firmly hold the counter in place and locks in with a click. Massive metal hardware anchors the roll spindle and a tensioner friction pad is mechanically attached (no glue to fail). The Fremaco Chaining Buddy Hip Chain also features a counter mechanism that is custom built for rust resistance with stainless steel internal components. The Fremaco Chaining Buddy Hip Chain comes in a