Crescent Lufkin 1/4" x 8' Executive Thinline Yellow Clad Pocket Tape Measure - W608

I have used one of these tapes for over 50 years. The one pictured is about 10 or 12 years old. I have a new one sitting in the box that I ordered when I thought I lost the one above. They are extremely durable, accurate to a 1/32 of an inch, and will extend out a full 8 feet. These are not for use by a contractor or builder. But as a sales rep who sold to offices and warehouses, I had a need to measure product and spaces daily. I was always amazed at the number of people who could not read a simple ruler or tape and give me measurements over the phone. Because of its small size and round shape, it can be kept in your pocket and will not destroy your pocket. Even in retirement I keep one of these in my pocket and use it 3 to 4 times a week. To me it’s second only to a good pocket knife.

My husband loves this little measuring tape. Just the right size to always keep in his pocket— especially when headed to the hardware store!

In addition to this item that I bought new, I also bought a used 6ft Thinline from eBay. The used one was older, but was made in the USA. (This item is made in Mexico.) The quality difference is vast. The case is much better made and fitted on the US version. The tape is a heavier gauge and the marking are clearer on the US one as well. I returned this item.

tape gets caught on itself trying to pull it out every single time. Complete waste of money.

This is a well made tape measure. Its shape and simplicity are just right. Since I wanted it to always carry in my pocket, it's just right, not too thick and a distinctive smooth shape that is recognizable when in my pocket so that I can just reach for it and almost instantly retrieve it while not mistaking it for keys etc.

Seems well made, we'll see how it does as a replacement for my much used Zippo.

It was a replacement for one I had carried for over 25 years. I love the connivence of one in my pocket daily.

Very small and the tape will not stand up at all. I needed something where the tape would stay up out to around 32". Its great for a tiny tape measure if you dont need the tape to stand up. Not worth what I paid for it. Seems like a $5 item you would pick up at the checkout stand at a hardware store. Worthless to me.