Electronic Specialties 230 Short Buddy Red/Gray Audible Circuit Tester - Perfect for Electricians & DIY Home Electrical Troubleshooting

I do not know if this diagnostic electrical tool was intended for a mid-level skilled, not certified avid do it yourself guy, but the tool is priceless. It does EXACTLY what it indicates, finds the short! The tool has NO lack of quality. The case is sturdy and the leads are well sealed. It comes with a blow-molded case, which is VERY IMPORTANT because I would say the only weakness of the tool is it is vulnerable to being damaged IF DROPPED. To remedy this I made a temporary wrist lanyard until I can make a better quality one.IF you do decide to get this tool: 1) READ the instructions, it is a fine instrument and you need to use it in the proper manner to avoid ruining the tool or receiving the wrong results. The 1st two times I used the tool, the order of setup was slow, however; once you go thru the motions it is a SIMPLE and easy going tool to use. You can get results in minutes, not hours. Do realize that this tool will not be applicable to use on every type of wiring circuit situation. I also bought ESI 181_Load pro w/ book, which will help with what the short buddy can not be plugged too, also the ESI 190 Relay buddy is helpful. In my particular situation, taking it to my known mechanic to JUST run the tests would have cost me just under $600.00(for real) , when I found the area in 7 minutes and it cost me about $230.00 for ALL 3 ESI tools and a little wiring, that says it all right there! I would recommend this tool to any mature and responsible person who has a good understanding of auto wiring. The price and service where just as exceptionally great as this tool is at Amazon , and I mean ONLY it could be Amazon!