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Most tape measures are designed for carpenters, not cabinetmakers. Their self-supporting blade is great on a construction site, but the dished cross-section makes getting an accurate measurement tough. This innovative new tape measure has a flat (non-self-supporting) blade that is perfect for cabinetmakers. It simply lays flat on the workpiece making it easy to take measurements without rocking, and the hook is rigidly attached, eliminating any measurement error caused by movement. The scale is graduated in 1/16" increments, marked every 1/8", and includes space on the lower edge for pencil notes. Made in China.
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Good solution to an old problem
By Dave
from Ohio
About Me Professional
Comments about FastCap 16 ft ''FlatBack'' Cabinetmaker's Tape:
I have been using Fastcap products for several years now, and am always satisfied with their innovation and quality. This tape measure meets both! It is a specialty item, but the low cost makes it worthwhile to have it in my truck for when I need it on the job. I got tired of bending a standard tape around cylinders and over arcs, but this is flat and follows the curves nicely. I'll be ordering another soon to keep in my shop!!!
Woodworkers Dream Tape
By Robert B
from Fulton, MO
This tape does not retire my steel ruler. But now I don't have to grab it every time I need an accurate measurement. When I need to measure 14 & 1/2 inches I don't have to reach for the 36" ruler. The tape is a lot less cumbersome when moving from measurement to measurement and being able to make notes right on the tape is great.
Only one improvement to suggest
By John
from Otterbein, Indiana
About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
The end piece has no slack which makes for consistency in measurement. The only suggestion I have is the same as a previous reviewer. Add 1/32 in gradations.
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what a shame
By woodthief
from Pa.
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Used the old stanbye for years, purchased to replace it. Advertised as cabinetmakers, how do you do acurate measurements without 32nd's??? [...]
(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)
GREAT TAPE !!!
By CLIFF
from FOREST HILLS,NY
This tape is very easy to read-16ths are numbered in red-1/8ths arein black at different levels. Tape width at 7/8"is great.Since it lays flat & the end hook is wide I can easily measure long lengths without the tape snapping back on me . Since I work alone this is a greattime saving feature. I liked this unusual tape so much I bought a few for the holidays formy woodworking buddies !