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Stanley PowerLock Tape Measure 2020 USA Packaging

Editorial

What I Learned About the Stanley PowerLock Tape Measure Deal I Couldn’t Find on Black Friday 2019

Feb 5, 2020 Stuart 30 Comments

After finally finding Stanley’s holiday tape measure deal, I noticed something different about them.

Milwaukee Stud 25ft Tape Measure in a medium sized hand

Layout & Measuring

Milwaukee Tool Adopts Tape Measure “Reach” Specs

Jan 31, 2020 Stuart 61 Comments

Milwaukee is moving to the new tape measure “reach” advertising spec that was quietly introduced by Stanley, Dewalt, and Craftsman brands.

Stanley Dewalt Tape Measure Reach Example

Editorial

Here’s Why Dewalt, Craftsman, Stanley Now Describe Tape Measure Extension with “Reach”

Nov 19, 2019 Stuart 41 Comments

We now know why Stanley Black & Decker is using “reach” terminology to describe their tape measures.

Lufkin Tape Measure Nite Eye Blade Visibility_

Layout & Measuring

Milwaukee, Dewalt, Lufkin, Craftsman, Stanley Black Friday 2019 Tape Measure Deals

Nov 15, 2019 Stuart 36 Comments

Are tape measure 2-packs for users like me who always misplace their favorite tapes, or users looking to try new brands?

Craftsman Tape Measure 2019 Holiday Special

Editorial

Why are Dewalt and Craftsman Advertising Tape Measure “Reach” Instead of Standout?

Nov 12, 2019 Stuart 49 Comments

We discovered Dewalt, Craftsman, and Stanley tape measures being advertised with blade “reach” instead of “standout.”

Lufkin Tape Measure COO Marketing Closeup

Editorial

Thoughts on Lufkin Shockforce Tape Measure Packaging?

Nov 11, 2019 Stuart 38 Comments

I can’t say this is how I would have designed the back panel of Lufkin’s tape measure packaging.

Dewalt DWHT43239GC Tape Measure and Laser Distance Measuring Tool Bundle

Layout & Measuring

Deal Breakdown: Dewalt Laser and Tape Measure Deal Bundle (H2019)

Nov 9, 2019 Stuart 13 Comments

This new Dewalt special buy gives you a 40′ laser distance measuring tool and 25′ tape measure for $30.

Craftsman Pocket Tape Measure Extended

Layout & Measuring

New Craftsman Pocket Tape Measure has Everything Except for…

Nov 3, 2019 Stuart 27 Comments

This Craftsman 9ft tape measure looks like a convenient must-have.

Crescent Lufkin Shockforce Nite Eye Tape Measure Promo Image

Layout & Measuring

What do You See in this Crescent Lufkin Shockforce Tape Measure Promo Image?

Oct 3, 2019 Stuart 57 Comments

I lover over-analyzing tool product images. What’s going on here?

Dewalt XP Tape Measure

Editorial

Your Favorite Tape Measure?

Aug 6, 2019 Stuart 62 Comments

Tell us about your tape measure likes and dislikes!

New Milwaukee Wide Blade Tape Measures

Layout & Measuring

New Milwaukee Tool Wide-Blade Tape Measures with “Best-in-Class” Standout

Aug 5, 2019 Stuart 34 Comments

Milwaukee has come out new Wide Blade tape measures featuring “longer and straighter” standout and double-sided markings.

Lufkin Shockforce 25-foot Tape Measure

Layout & Measuring

New Lufkin Shockforce Tape Measures Look to Change the Game

Mar 6, 2019 Stuart 54 Comments

Lufkin has come out with what looks to be a premium market-leading tape measure.

Anvil Tape Measure Markings with Calipers Check

Editorial

Double-Checking My Anvil Tape Measure’s Marking Widths

Dec 20, 2018 Stuart 41 Comments

I suppose this is a good example of why it’s sometimes better to read a ruler or tape measure from 1″ instead of starting at zero.

Anvil 6-foot Tape Measure Keychain

Layout & Measuring

I Bought an Anvil Tape Measure Keychain for $1

Dec 19, 2018 Stuart 26 Comments

This is the cheapest tape measure I have ever used.

Milwaukee 10 Foot Key chain Tape with LED Product Shot

Layout & Measuring

New Milwaukee 10ft Keychain Tape Measure with Built-in LED Flashlight

Nov 27, 2018 Benjamen 33 Comments

Milwaukee’s new 10’/3m keychain tape with LED is finally available at Home Depot.

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