CRAFTSMAN Tape Measure, 25 ft, Retraction Control and Self-Lock, Rubber Grip (CMHT37225)

Our ancient all metal Craftsman 12’ tape measure finally met its end; it had to be 40 or more years old. I was sad and assumed the quality in a new one would be lacking, but I was wrong, I love it! It does have a plastic housing which I know won’t hold up as long, but it is so much lighter and less bulky. The tape is still a metal material. It is narrower than my other one which also lessens the weight and bulk but is still perfectly readable. It has a nice rubbery grip on the top and bottom of the plastic case. Very nice, and well designed!

Quickly became my, and coworkers favorite tape due to size, ease of reading and locking mechanism.

The tape measure is marked in fractions on the blade. This can save some people time when figuring the distance/mark on the tape measure. I like the feel of the blade lock. Its easy to set/release the blade.

Very firm and sturdy. 1/3 of the price compared to the one that is sold at Sears.

Works well, affordably priced. Fits my mid-size tape measure requirement.

Quality is good but...I didn’t realize that this tape has both metric and imperial measurements; the number of inches in between the foot markers is not indicated. As a result Im counting the number of inches from the previous foot marker. Frustrating...

Ordered two of these measuring tapes, as once my husband uses tape measures in our home, they seem to grow legs and run away! The numbers are large enough that I can read them without having to use my reading glasses! The exterior material provides a nice grip. It also has a good locking mechanism. Great tool.

Very good tape measure for the price. Im a Superintendent for a company at a car plant. Getting this for all my guys

Very useful compact size locks in place perfect for around the house

Exactly what I needed