Thermometer for making candy confections and deep frying foods has large numbers to easily read temperatures. Outside of thermometer has an indicator which you can turn to your desired temp. When the red dial is aligned with indicator, cooking is done. Clip lets you hook thermometer to cooking pot. Readings for seven stages: soft ball, firm ball, hard ball, soft crack, hard crack, caramelize and deep fry. Calibrated for accuracy. Stainless steel. Not recommended for dishwasher use. Imported.