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Product Dimensions : 6.1 x 3.7 x 0.1 inches; 1 Pounds
Item model number : DWHT38130S
Department : Unisex-Adult
Date First Available : April 5, 2023
Manufacturer : DEWALT
ASIN : B0C1LXSVSH
Best Sellers Rank: #458 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #3 in Tape Measures
Customer Reviews: 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 1,707 ratings var dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction; P.when(‘A’, ‘ready’).execute(function(A) { if (dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction !== true) { dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction = true; A.declarative( ‘acrLink-click-metrics’, ‘click’, { “allowLinkDefault”: true }, function (event) { if (window.ue) { ue.count(“acrLinkClickCount”, (ue.count(“acrLinkClickCount”) || 0) + 1); } } ); } }); P.when(‘A’, ‘cf’).execute(function(A) { A.declarative(‘acrStarsLink-click-metrics’, ‘click’, { “allowLinkDefault” : true }, function(event){ if(window.ue) { ue.count(“acrStarsLinkWithPopoverClickCount”, (ue.count(“acrStarsLinkWithPopoverClickCount”) || 0) + 1); } }); });
20% more compact grip**: For improved ergonomics and control
Integrated finger brake: For improved blade control
Fractional blade graphics for quick and easy measuring
Durable blade coating for longer blade life
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edward –
Solid, Reliable Tape Measure – Built to Last
This DeWalt tape measure is sturdy, accurate, and easy to use—perfect for everything from quick DIY jobs to bigger home projects. It has a nice weight to it, which makes it feel durable, and the standout length holds up well without bending.The markings are large and easy to read, and the lock is smooth and secure. I really like the finger brake slot—it gives you good control when retracting the tape. Just a heads-up: it is a bit on the heavier side, but that also adds to the solid, professional feel.Highly recommend for both beginners and pros looking for a quality tape measure.
john Delos Santos –
Reliable and Well-Built Measuring Tape
This tape measure works great and feels very durable—exactly what you’d expect from DeWalt. It’s easy to use with smooth retraction and clear markings. The only downside is that it’s a bit on the heavier side, but that also adds to its sturdy, professional feel.
Greg –
Best measuring tape
This can take a beating and still work perfectly. It’s well made, accurate measurements, and well worth the money.
Douglas Hathaway –
I like this tape measure.
I’ve been using this tape for about a week now. Some of the reviews indicated that the hook on the end was loose and affected the accuracy of the ruler. I discovered I had exactly the same problem. However, upon examination I realized that if the rivets were set better, it would put it back into an accurate position. For that reason I used a peen hammer and was able to tighten up the rivets to where they do not slip anymore. It didn’t take very much pressure and I did not hammer hard. Just a few taps and things tightened right up. It is now dead on accurate.I like the heft and feel of the housing of the tape in my hand. I enjoy the separate finger break underneath and the regular locking mechanism works well. I also enjoy that I can stretch the tape out somewhere between 10 and 11 ft before it kinks and falls. That’s much better than the other tapes that I’ve been using.I hope that it will last as long as it feels like it will.
michael dybas –
Great tape measure so far
Compact. Read measurements on both sides of tape. Stable when extended. Good retraction. We’ll see if it stands the test for time for an active retired guy.
Bryce –
It’s heavy
Very good tape mesure, it has very good accuracy and the lock feature is good but it is heavy because it’s 30 feet if you don’t need the 30 feet for something I would just get like the 16′ or 25′ one!
kris –
Great tapes
Nice stiff tape, the break works good and they are easy to read. Nothing more I could want
Michelle –
Great tape for your money so far.
Was not expecting to have the measurements on both sides of the tape. It’s a very nice tape, my husband was pleased and surprise. It retracts smoothly and easily. The price was very reasonable.
Loreto v. –
Exelente de muy buena calidad
Charles Allen –
Yeah baby! This is exactly what professional carpenters need. This tape measure is extra strong, extra durable, extra efficient in day-to-day use. It will take a beating and keep on repeating long after all the others have died and failed. You can extend this tape measure beyond 10 feet and it’s still won’t kink or buckle. The retraction mechanism is perfect. The locking mechanism is tight and works without any flaws. You could drop this tape from two stories above, and I doubt that the case would crack. I highly recommend this 30 foot tape measure for anyone that wants good quality that will last them for a good long, long time. Oh, and the red numbering system makes it a breeze to see just a glance; the readability of this tape measure is unbeatable. It’s the best one I’ve ever had!
Griggy –
Imperial only!
judy amaro –
Dewalt never fails. Excellent quality.
Nathalie bernars –
Tres bonne qualite