FastCap ProCarpenter Metric/Metric Reverse Flatback Measuring Tape - Ideal for Professionals and Home Improvement - with Lever Action Belt Clip and Dual Locking System - 16 Foot - 99944I

Perfect for measuring panels and anything with a curve, I used this measure plant pots for example. The belt clip is sturdy and should last a long time.The measurements are precise when compared against my other rulers and measures. This measure comes with a kind of button on the bottom that automatically locks the tape in place when measuring panels, this is very useful. It's also nice to always have a pencil sharpener to hand.

Simple idea and great quality. Ideal for marking up boards. Easy to read with reversed markings for left and right.

A flat tape measure is useful for me

First tape measure I've had that is absolutely spot on out of the box. Measuring along a steel rule I'd need at least a low power microscope to see if it was off at all. Also given the fact it's flat I'd expected actually a bit more lateral play it's actually as good as a flat tape measure can reasonably expected to be I recon for staying straight.

So handy. Every woodworker needs one. Love the built in pencil sharpener too!

This tape is flat so lacks the rigidity of a curved tape so is pretty useless for general measuring up.Where it scores is when accurate marking out is required on flat or curved surfaces. I use it for metalworking and in situations where a steel rule would normally be the instrument of choice. It removes the need for 600mm and 1000mm steel rules and is much more versatile.This cannot replace a curved tape but is instead a worthy addition to your measuring gear.

These fastcap tapes are really great quality. The rewind on them is really strong and the writeable label is great. Pencil sharpener is another great feature. This is a flat tape, its excellent for measuring anything that isn't straight, and curves.

No, came wrong tape not the one that shown on picture :(