There is no way on earth I would spend $700 on a meter and not be able to get parts or service for it more than 10 years down the road. 10 years. That's some "lifetime"! I guess if you're a dog it might work. I thought trusted brands like Fluke and such did not need to exaggerate for marketing purposes? Aren't they just so inherently great they can be honest? Why just say it's a 10 year warranty (except when it's a 7 year warranty)?
They're quite clear about the terms and they go much further with their product repairability, warranty and life cycle than anyone else I'm aware of. 10 years is the worst-case for warranty and product support. Does any other manufacturer guarantee that, if they even sell parts or provide service at all? Fluke doesn't change product models often and I think the main driver when they do is simply inability to continue sourcing the parts. Should I expect them to stockpile ancient flat-pack ICs in case my 27 needs service?
I think your missing my point. I'm not asking them to support the product ad infinitum, just tell me their policy. For example, back when I had a part-time job a a motorcycle dealer, Yamaha had an official and public policy that they would continue to provide parts for any motorcycle for 12 years after production stopped. I have no idea what it is now, but there was no "Okay, pay some more money and we'll keep making parts .. but just for, and only if you pay us to inspect your bike first and we like what we see."
So you say they are clear. Then tell me, how long will parts and service be available for the 87V? At east 10 years is not a complete answer, as they offer extended service .. but for how long? When is the line drawn in the sand? So, to me it was/is not clear.
In any case, if they had come back with any reply at all things might have been different. That is my point.