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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise this tape measure for exceptional readability, durability, and reliable performance. The large, high-contrast numbers and wide tape design make measurements easy to read without glasses, while the sturdy construction remains rigid even at extended lengths. Users consistently highlight smooth retraction, secure locking, and robust build quality, with many switching from other brands. A small number report minor issues like a flimsy belt clip or occasional hook catch problems, but these rarely diminish overall satisfaction. Most customers feel they received excellent value and would purchase again.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.It bit me!
Would Not RecommendThis is the same tape as the magnetic version, they just don’t include the magnet. The issue I have is that the manufacturer extends the hook rivets to attach the magnet. In this version without the magnet the rivets still protrude. As I’ve done all my life, I slow the tape with my thumb to keep it from slamming home during retraction. The sharp, extended rivet took a dish of skin from my thumb. Of all my tools I never thought my tape would be the one to inflict harm. I emailed craftsman and did...
Craftsman warranty?????
Would Not RecommendThe tape is good but try to get it warrantied. When I bought it the store manager said if it breaks bring it back for a replacement . Try to bring it back the manager said we don't warranty tape measures .
Best I've owned
Would RecommendI've owned many tape measures through the years and this Craftsman 16ft. is the best all-around tape measure I've ever had. The length is all-purpose. The tape will extend out 6ft plus on its own strength. It always has strong retraction. The white tape is extremely easy on the eyes. The red is easy to spot if I happen to set it down in the construction clutter. It fits well in my hand. Invariably, I will drop my tape measures on a concrete floor at the construction site, and this one has yet ...
Happy Customer
Craftsman makes some of the best non-power tools out there. And, now, that includes this measuring tape.
Verified Purchaser
Good measure
Great tape measure. Very sturdy. Easy to read. We use this in our shop daily.
Tape measure
Would RecommendI like that it’s a craftsman and if it breaks I can return for a new one
This is not the craftsman we used to trust.
Returned this product, Cheaply built would not retract, case was poorly assembled.
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