FastCap ProCarpenter Metric/Standard Measuring Tape - Ideal for Professionals and Home Improvement - with Lever Action Belt Clip and Dual Locking System - 12' - 99954

I am so glad I finally got a metric tape. So much easier to use but it’s nice to also have both options on one tape. Very accurate and the locking system is clever. There is a little button on the bottom that lets you pinch the tape in place for one handed measuring. I also appreciate the fact that I can write down measurements on the side and then easily erase them. Overall it is a big improvement over my other tapes.

I really like this tape measure having both metric and standard measurements because I tend to use both and this tape measure makes it very convenient. The quality of the tape measure is very good. I like being able to write on the side of the tape and then wipe it off and the pencil sharpener comes in handy. This is the second FastCap tape measure I have purchased.

I am an American and do alot of woodworking and I grew up using imperial measurements. Think they taught it in school, but it was never pushed and sure not pushed in America in general. So, I have been working on switching over. There are so many good reasons to switch. This is a well made tape. Also, very easy to read, even with my tired eyes. It is also really thought out. First off, I noticed the belt clip has a spring level on it, such a great idea! I've always found it it a pain to get my tape measures hooked firmly on my belt, they solved that problem. Better yet, not only is there the normal lock button, there is another button underneath that is also spring loaded that is a quick on off lock. Another awesome idea. I am surprised another reviewer dinged it for having both imperial and metric on the same tape. First thought, then why did you buy it? But for me, it was one of the biggest reason I bought it. Since I am still in between, it's perfect because I can do imperial and metric at the same time. It will also help me GREATLY to transition between the two. It's a two in one tape and I love it. Could not be happier with this tape measure, the price is out standing and would gladly recommend! I'll be ordering the 16 ft version soon!

As advertised and a good product would probably buy again although the strength that the tape retracts is greater than I would like

Overall a great product, with many pros and only one cons: * Pros * - Great size; not too big, not too small, you get a good grip; - Two useful features to lock the tape: a simple push/release button where you need to continuously push the button to lock the tape. And another one, which you slide to keep the tape locked on its own. Quite useful; - Double printed: on one edge you have inches, on the other edge you have millimeters. On the same side of the tape; - Bonus: a decent pencil sharpener is available (won't fit large pencils). And a minor white plate to write temporary info on (like dimensions you just measured). * Cons * - Tape comes with a barcode sticker at the back. It's easy to remove but it leaves a very sticky substance. Which is almost impossible to remove as it's put on the rubber part of the device.

I love these Fastcap tape measures. I have multiples and they are all great. Fastcap brand are always great products.

I started watching Paul Aker's videos on Japanese work ethos and kaizen improving your process and was impressed so i started looking at his products he makes at Fastcap in Washington. This tape measure is all that, compact size, good grip under your trigger finger, push-to-release clip, sharpener. Its everything you need, the thought pad on the side might be useful to scribble down a measurement but I kind of want to keep it clean! Metric and imperial measures are clean and easy to read for any DIY'er or carpenter this is a great tape. In short, delighted!

Adding and subtracting ⅛, ⅔ and 3/32 inches has always (ALWAYS) taken longer to calculate and them measure out. I never liked it but never even considered metric as an option. Now I'll never go back. Here's what I like best about this tape measure: 1. It has both Imperial •and• metric measurements on the tape. I don't think in metric, so I couldn't just grab a metric tape measure and call it good. This dual capability helps me bridge that gap. 2. Metric is SO much easier, especially when it comes to fractions of inches. I can now do most of the metric calculations in my head and don't have to scribble out my measurements on a scrap piece of wood. 3. I've been doing woodworking a looong time and found that I rarely have need for my big 25' measuring tape. Most of the time I can get by with 12' or less and avoid the bulk. 4. While it is a smaller tape measure, it doesn't feel cheap in my hands, it has good rubber guards on all sides so when I drop it I am not concerned it will break. 5. The wide white circle on the tape measure lets me scribble my measurements right on the tape as I'm walking around the job site or my shop. 6. The slider to hold the tape in place is strong and slides easily into and out of position. 7. There were other cheaper tapes at this size, but I doubt that even one of them comes close to the simple, rugged features on this one and I love (yes, love is a strong word) the ability to use millimeters when it comes to accurately and quickly measuring project pieces. I am going to buy this exact tape measure again as my other ones wear out. No question.

Very nice quality

Auto lock is useless, but the scale metric / standard is really good for those of us who work in metric and standard measurements. I have requested a return and purchased the manual lock version. I have the metric and standard versions as separate tapes but times it is useful to have a combination particularly for check dimensions. you can decide if it was built to metric or imperial system.

Me llegó en su estuche de plástico y es perfecto para mis necesidades, yo manejo medidas milímetricas y standard, aunque no es difícil hacer la conversión de cm a mm, es más práctico ya convertido en mm. Se siente de buena calidad, trae un sacapuntas incorporado en la parte inferior y los números son claros, las pulgadas vienen divididas en diesiseisavos (1, 3, 5, 7, 9, etc) y en milímetros. La punta no es magnética pero por el precio creo que está bien. Parece que se puede escribir en la parte blanca y su clip se ajusta manualmente presionándolo. Estoy satisfecho con mi compra.

Menuiserie amateur

This is the third FastCap for me, not because they don't last, I love them that much that I have put them in all my tool carriers for convenience. The small "whiteboard" on the side, the inbuilt pencil sharpener, and the pocket clip that doesn't slice into your pocket edge are all winning features for me. Never going back to a normal, run of the mill tape measure again.