I went to the WoodWorking Shows this weekend. Roland Johnson, from FWW,
was recommending a tool like in the subject line (none in particular)
for doing TS set-up. I would like to use it to measure run-out too.
Thus, I anticipate very occasional use. I saw this one at Grizzly:

http://www.grizzly.com/outlet/G9849

Similar item also listed at Amazon, Lee Valley, Peach Tree WW, and
several others listed too, including Harbor Freight, but just by looking
at them, they look like they have come from the same source. Lots of
reviews say they are very fragile (at the joint) and are easily stripped
and fall apart.

At least if I buy it at Harbor Freight, I would have to go far to return
it if it falls apart in 30 days.

Any words of advice on this item here (can you recommend one)?

Bill