STANLEY Tylon 8m/26ft Pocket Tape Yellow/Black, 0-30-656

Added bonus of longer tapes is that they are generally wider and therfore more sturdy at extension. This version is no exception. Very pleased with it.

Big chunky, heavy measuring tape, clear to read increments, does exac2as advertised.

You just cant go wrong with this product. The lock mechanism hasnt failed me yet (after nearly a year of use), its been dropped from a height more times than I can remember, and yet it still works great. The tape comes back into the body every time without a problem. Its worth mentioning that its quite bulky and heavy but I like this - it just feels well made (and it is!). If you need a decent measuring tape, this is a good call. If, however, you dont quite need the 8m in length or require something you can carry in your pocket, you might want to go for something less bulky.

Seems fine. For a few pence more, a tie could have been added to hang it up.

Did not realise it would be so big and heavy. Its not something you would keep in your pocket. Perhaps it is an illustration of buying on line some thing which, if you had seen it and felt the weight you would have rejected for a less bulky one.

Of course, its a tape measure, it measures things and with it being Stanley, it is pretty accurate in the measurements taken with it. Having a Tylon coating on the tape allows for smooth movement both in and out of the tape, but it also protects the numbers from being scratched off over time. My problem with this tape (and this is probably my fault for using it in such an environment and most likely all tapes do it), but when used outside to measure bits for a patio, etc. the tape got bits of dirt and grit on it, causing it to jam and not letting all the tape go in if the grit/mud isnt cleaned off properly. Overall I think it is a great product, just as long as it is used in the appropriate environment and is looked after appropriately.

Good solid product - monumentally stupid packaging - you shouldnt have to spend several minutes slashing away at plastic to get access

Its a measuring tape

Quality tape measure with all the measurements - imperial and metric - easy to read. Its larger size and weight may make it harder to handle for some although I appreciate it needs to be this for length of tape and multiple measurements.

Super.