High Performance The Javelin is the gold standard for all digital meat thermometers. Ultra fast 3-4 second readings at all typical cooking temperatures makes this a truly instant read thermometer for meats, liquids, candy, and baked goods. With an accuracy of 0.9F, its the best performing digital instant read thermometer in its price range. The Javelin digital meat thermometer can survive 4,000+ hours of continuous use on a single change of battery. The Javelin meat thermometer is also magnetic, which means you can attach it onto the refrigerator or oven instead of having it lost in a drawer; a perfect storage solution for a busy kitchen. Silver-ion anti-microbial coating also prevents bacterial growth from raw foods. Cheap & Dangerous Imitators Cheap imitators have flooded the market with slower and inaccurate food thermometers that aren't approved by any food-safety agencies. Why take the risk? Lavatools is a proud Californian company and all our food thermometers are certified by NSF, CE, and RoHS.