Crescent Lufkin 1" X 25' Hi-Viz® Blue Quickread Yellow Clad Tape Measure - Qrl625Mp

The only reason I did not give the "easy to read" 5 stars is that I find the very small incremental numbers hard to read due mostly to my poor eyesight. I love that the numbers go down the middle and I greatly appreciate the dual markings on both side of the inch marking. I make far fewer mistakes when cutting my boards etc. It is very sturdy and will definitely recommend this tape measure to others.

Cet été j’ai renouvelé mes 2 rubans à mesurer. Comme je les avais depuis plus de 15 ans j’ai racheté les mêmes etant très satisfait. En les magasinant j’ai remarqué que la compagnie avait modifié le design quelque peu.Très rapidement on s’aperçoit qu’il est maintenant un peu plus difficile de le barrer et malheureusement cette barrière ne fait le travail. Le ruban se débarre très facilement ce qui fait qu’on doit ré-étirer le ruban et recommencer. Le ruban est aussi facile à lire mais cette difficulté à rester barré est vraiment agaçante.

I do like the way it shows vertical numbers. Less likely to draw a cut line on the wrong side of the inch mark.Not that I have ever done that:)

This tape measure makes reading decimals much easier instead of trying to figure out fractions. The numbers are big and easy to read. Other brands have new tape models with a better construction and cool features though. For example, this tape could be a little wider, not as curved, and have a better pocket clip.

I was pretty exited about this tape when I ordered it. The decimals and fractions are sweet, and I do really enjoy the colour. My only qualm is the lock mechanism is garbage, doesn’t hold the tape down worth a thing. And when I go to lock the tape down, the plastic half’s that make up the casing spread apart… all in all i’d suggest a different brand.