Metric tape measures

Metric markings on both sides of the blade

Our 3, 5, and 8 meter tapes (5M shown above) are high quality Lufkin brand. Each tape has:

• shock absorber to protect the end hook upon return
• case designed to fit your hand
• clear coat blade protection and more durable markings
• non-glare, ultra matte blade finish
• durable high-impact and "hi viz" case
• been fully inspected for accuracy

There was considerable discussion on the John Welsford builders forum about the metric system and metric tapes. Two prevailing opinions came out of the exchange: 1) The metric system is much easier to use, once you learn it, and 2) When building a boat, you want your tape measure to have the same system on both sides of the blade.

Unfortunately, it is almost impossible to find metric-only tapes here in the US. None of the retailers I tried had them, and it is difficult to find them on the internet. We finally found a couple of manufacturers who make them (Starrett and Lufkin) and bought enough to sell.

Feedback:

Chuck,

I just came across your website while searching for Matsushita saw blades. I like what I see and while I don't have a project going right now that requires any of your products, I will keep you in mind in the future.

I have a Pygmy Kayak and have a friend also building one whom I will forward your web address to.

One thing that caught my eye was the metric measuring tapes. I too wanted a metric tape with markers on both sides of the tape for doing tile work and other such projects. I bought an 8m Stanley tape while in Swaziland, Africa a couple years ago.

Thanks for your time,
John.