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What Happens When You Overextend and Break a Tape Measure, and How to Fix It

Dec 19, 2016 Benjamen 32 Comments

I pulled the blade all the way out of my favorite Milwaukee key chain tape measure and broke it. Here’s what I did to fix it, along with some photos of the guts. Read More

Editorial

Buying Advisory: Stanley FatMax 16′ Auto-Lock Tape Measure

Nov 18, 2016 Stuart 34 Comments

I wanted to buy a 16-foot version of Stanley FatMax’s Auto-Lock tape measure, until I tried it out in store. Read More

DealGuyd

Lowes Holiday Gift Center Tool Deals Haul, 2016 Edition

Nov 3, 2016 Stuart 27 Comments

I say this in the nicest but frankest way I could: Lowe’s holiday tool gift deals don’t suck! Read More

Layout & Measuring

Bagel, the Worlds Smartest Tape Measure, Actually Looks Good, But Not for Daily Users

Jul 13, 2016 Stuart 36 Comments

The Bagel is said to the world’s smartest tape measure. It sure looks good, but can it replace a traditional tape measure? Read More

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Best Tape Measure Keychain Showdown: Milwaukee vs. Stanley Fatmax

May 20, 2016 Benjamen 18 Comments

Stanley FatMax vs. Milwaukee, which is the better EDC keychain tape measure? Read More

DealGuyd

Hot Deal: Milwaukee Tape Measure 3-Pack for $15

Apr 25, 2016 Benjamen 13 Comments

We came across a great deal on this Milwaukee 3-pack of tape measures, including 25 ft, 16 ft, and 6 ft sizes, for just under $15. Read More

DealGuyd

Back in Stock: 2 Dewalt 25-foot Tape Measures for $15

Nov 19, 2015 Stuart 15 Comments

Do you need some more cheap and simple tape measures? There’s a new Dewalt double pack of 25-footers that costs just $15. Read More

DealGuyd

Lowes Holiday 2015 Hand Tool Deals (Excluding Kobalt)

Nov 11, 2015 Stuart 11 Comments

We hiked it to the nearest Lowes stores and scouted out their non-Kobalt hand tool deals. Do any of these holiday specials strike your fancy? Read More

Bit Holders & Drivers

Milwaukee Hand Tool Deals at Home Depot, Holiday 2015

Nov 9, 2015 Stuart 9 Comments

Check out these Milwaukee Holiday 2015 hand tool deals! Which one (if any) are you going to buy? Read More

DealGuyd

Stanley Tape Measure Deals – Holiday 2015

Nov 9, 2015 Stuart 8 Comments

Do you need a new tape measure? Maybe 2? You might want to take a look at these Stanley and FatMax tape measure deals that popped up for the 2015 holiday season. Read More

DealGuyd

Milwaukee Tape Measure Deal: 25ft Magnetic TM with Free General Contractor TM

Oct 4, 2015 Stuart 3 Comments

Lost your tape measure? This promo pack has 2 Milwaukee tape measures – a 25-foot magnetic tape, and a 25-foot “general contractor” tape, for the price of one. Read More

Electrical Tools

Here’s a Peek at Even More New Milwaukee Hand Tools for 2016

Aug 4, 2015 Stuart 34 Comments

Milwaukee is coming out with a slew of more new hand tools for 2016. Here is a quick look at the ones not discussed in our other 2015 media event coverage. Read More

Layout & Measuring

Another Look at the Stanley FatMax Auto-Lock Tape Measure

Jul 9, 2015 Stuart 10 Comments

This Stanley FatMax Auto-Lock tape measure caters to many different user preferences. Now that I found mine again, I don’t want to let it out of my sight! Read More

Editorial

Best Tape Measures – Opinions Wanted!

Jul 7, 2015 Stuart 78 Comments

Which would you say is the best tape measure? Or maybe just your favorite? Maybe they match up with our own favorites and recommendations. Read More

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Everyday Carry: Stanley FatMax 6 Foot Tape Measure

Jul 6, 2015 Benjamen 14 Comments

Stanley’s 6-foot FatMax tape measure is a great EDC choice – it’s long enough to be useful, but small enough to be easily carried. Read More

Layout & Measuring

Stanley LeverLock Tape Measures Get a Redesign

Apr 8, 2015 Stuart 20 Comments

Stanley has made some updates to their inexpensive LeverLock auto-locking tape measures. Read More

Layout & Measuring

QuickDraw Self-Marking Tape Measure

Feb 16, 2015 Stuart 26 Comments

The QuickDraw is a self-marking 25′ tape measure that claims to save you time and effort when laying out measurements. Read More

Layout & Measuring

ETape16 Digital Tape Measure

Jan 28, 2015 Stuart 12 Comments

The ETape16 is a new digital tape measure that provides some convenient and time-saving functionality. Read More

Layout & Measuring

New Milwaukee Tape Measures are Designed for General Contractors and Layout Work

Jan 13, 2015 Stuart 13 Comments

Milwaukee has come out with a new line of less expensive tape measures aimed at general contractors and for layout applications. Read More

DealGuyd

It’s Back: Dewalt Organizer with Free Tape Measure Deal

Dec 2, 2014 Stuart 2 Comments

This special Dewalt organizer and free tape measure bundle pack is back and finally available for online ordering. Read More

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