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Milwaukee vs. Dewalt Tape Measure Comparison

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Tape Measures Comparison Review: Milwaukee vs. Dewalt

Aug 19, 2013 Stuart 34 Comments

Who makes a better tape measure, Milwaukee or Dewalt? The answer might surprise you.

Milwaukee Tape Measure

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New Line of Milwaukee Tape Measures

Jul 26, 2013 Stuart 11 Comments

Milwaukee is soon coming out with a new line of durable and feature-rich tape measures.

Stanley PowerLock Tape Measure 50th Anniversary

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New Limited Edition Commemorative Stanley PowerLock Tape Measures

Mar 11, 2013 Stuart 4 Comments

Stanley is celebrating the 50th birthday of their PowerLock tape measure with a series of 5 limited edition designs.

Lufkin P1000 Series Tape Measures

Hand Tools

New Lufkin P1000 Tape Measures

Nov 7, 2012 Stuart 3 Comments

Lufkin has come out with new P1000 and P2000 series tape measures that are said to be strong and durable enough for the roughest and toughest jobsites.

Stanley FatMax Magnetic Tape Measure

Hand Tools

Stanley FatMax Magnetic Tape Measure

Sep 7, 2012 Stuart Discuss

Stanley’s newest FatMax tape measure features a strong magnetic hook.

M-Power R1 Tape Measure

Hand Tools

M-Power R1 Right-Handed Tape Measure

Apr 21, 2011 Stuart 5 Comments

M.Power designed their R1 tape measure so that right-handed folk can hold it in their left hand and make marks with their right.

Johnson Magnetic Tip Tape Measure

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Johnson Level & Tool Magnetic Tip Tape Measures

Nov 8, 2010 Stuart Discuss

Johnson’s magnetic tape measures have magnetic tips that hold strong to ferrous (iron/steel) metal surfaces. They feature printing on both sides, large easy to read numbers, and a jobsite-tough case for greater durability. The above pictured 25-foot model has a 1-1/6″ blade width and is currently priced fairly low at Amazon. Johnson Magnetic Tip 25′ […]

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Big Johnson Power Tape Measure

Feb 25, 2010 Stuart 14 Comments

Johnson Level’s 16′ Big Johnson Power Tape is one heck of a nice tape measure! The Big J is durable, extremely easy to read, has a great locking mechanism, and includes a handy detachable belt clip.

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Stanley Powerlock Tape Measure Review

Dec 26, 2008 Stuart 2 Comments

It can be quite tough to find a good tape measure these days – unless you have access to a Stanley Powerlock, that is. Powerlocks have a classic no-frills look and feel which make them easily recognized amongst hobbyists and pros alike. Although tape measures are extremely ubiquitous, they’re not all built the same. In fact, there are […]

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