In response to xxxclimber's reply: The specs are pretty impressive; such accuracy in the high range is very unusual. I wonder if it has a built-in temperature sensor or thermal control and a bunch of processing to compensate the non-ideal characteristics of the pressure transducer. Say, whatzit?......

In response to big_load's reply: I haven't received it yet, as I just ordered it this weekend, but I bought an UltraShip 75 by My Weigh. It's a postal scale. http://www.oldwillknott.com/cgi-bin/htmlos.cgi/2438.2.5947853044818247710/OldWill2 I don't know how it will perform, but I'll post a review h...

Can someone recommend a specific scale (mfg/model number) for weighing gear? I'd prefer a digital scale. I'd like to find one scale that would do it all: from weighing shoelaces/matches, etc., to a 60 lb pack (or more). It should be accurate to a fraction of a gram/ounce, and be able to read out in ...

In response to Nighthiker's reply:
Thanks NIghthiker. I ordered the Nabham book.

Does anyone have a book they'd recommend that describes edible wild plants that could be gathered to supplement a backpacking trip, esp. relative to the Tucson Area...?