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    With the Stanley tapes, does anyone feel that the "blade armor" is worth the extra cost? It's interesting that the 25 ft is $9.86 at Amazon while the shorter 16 ft is $16.23. Go figure - less is more !

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    I threw out my FastCap flat tape because the tape is a whip. The end hook doesn't stay "hooked" and it comes a-whipping. Cut my fingers and knuckles some. I threw it out!

    I use the Fax Max. I like the ability to extend the tape further without collapsing... such as measuring for crown molding..

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    I generally use a Stanley 3/4" x 16'. I have a 1" x 25' if I'm doing something that needs a longer reach.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bill Orbine View Post
    I threw out my FastCap flat tape because the tape is a whip. The end hook doesn't stay "hooked" and it comes a-whipping. Cut my fingers and knuckles some.
    I have experienced the whip myself more than a few times. I still have mine and use it but it gets me every once in a while. It also doesn't seem to be accurate. Maybe because the hook pops up slightly adding a 1/16"?

    my funny story on the flatback. My contractor friend was in my shop cutting a few things. He grabbed it to make a measurement and had this dumbfound look on his face when it collapsed like a wet noodle. So it is good for messing with people.

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    Lufkin for work and Festool at home.

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    Fatmax 16' everyday.

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    I have used many brands over the past 35 years. The old stanleys were great. I found these a few years ago and they are amazing.
    http://toolguyd.com/big-johnson-power-tape-measure/

    I have 12 foot, 16 foot, and 25 foot...joe

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    Festool - lighter and smaller than most, accurate and can measure in different ways (inside of a drawer box for example) and can be used to draw curves and circles. For longer distances I prefer a laser measure as they are easier and more accurate/repeatable

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    I generally use Lufkin - the markings are clear and precise and the numbering is in intuitive for me. I use an 8 metre with a 25mm wide blade. The wide blade is essential for long cantilever when measuring hard to reach areas. I use the same tape both on site and in the shop. However, I also have a range of steel and aluminium rules 150mm up to 2000mm for shop work. Small and light never works for me but then I have hands that I have trouble finding gloves to fit. I have never had problems with accuracy of markings - drop it and yes, expect to panel beat the tip but markings have always been perfect. However, I never buy cheap. The tape is too critical to skimp on. Cheers
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    Looks like these have been discontinued.

    Quote Originally Posted by Joe Jensen View Post
    I have used many brands over the past 35 years. The old stanleys were great. I found these a few years ago and they are amazing.
    http://toolguyd.com/big-johnson-power-tape-measure/

    I have 12 foot, 16 foot, and 25 foot...joe

  11. #56
    Aldi. Got it for $2 when I ordered my $7 chisels a few mos back.

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    I have a couple 8m Lee Valley metric tapes (nice because the markings are large as there's no Imperial markings) and a couple of their 10' cabinetmakers tapes in the "left hand" version (when held in the left hand the numbers are right side up). I find that tape very handy for cutting where the good piece is on the right..........Rod.

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