Komelon EV2825 25' x 1" Self-Lock Evolution Tape Measure, 1-Pack

Great tape measure with both US and metric markings. Smooth action and the automatic locking feature works great!

I had bought the 16ft measure a few years ago and loved it. While measuring something the other day, I had stepped on it and flattened the tape. I forced the tape back into the casing and when I'd pull it out a little, it resisted, and would not auto rewind. So I went and bought the 25' to replace the 16' I sadly broke. While waiting for the new one to arrive, I fiddled with the 16' a bit more, pulling it all the way out and then letting it rewind and it worked fine and is close to how it once was (the tape still has a little bit of flatness where I stepped on it but it doesn't seem to hinder any longer) I will be keeping the 25' because it's just such a really great tape measurer! I love how it locks by default when you pull the tape out and you press the button to release it, rather than the reverse of it retracting unless you press the button. It took a little to get used to but not very long and now I definitely prefer the auto lock with the press to release. Clearly, I'd buy the product again because this was a 2nd purchase. I went directly to my old orders on Amazon to find it so I knew I was replacing it with the same thing (because you know how amazon can be, although even going directly to the product doesn't always guarantee accuracy) I like how large the print is- my eyesight isn't great and it's nice to not squint to see the numbers or the increments. i got a different color so I'd be able to quickly discern which tape is which. It's very rugged- the older one having been dropped numerous times without any issues. And, as stated above, it's incredibly resilient when some flat footed dolt stands on it for awhile and flattens the tape.

Good quality, and I like that it stays in place when I pull it out. It's easy to press the button to retract it.

I am a licensed electrician and plumber and obviously have used a few tape measures in my career. Recently I have gotten into welding and fabrication as a hobby and possible a new business. Using the metric system over SAE has actually helped be more accurate and consistent as well as save time. The rest of the world knows this already... This tape has both SAE for materials and hardware here in the US but metric on the other half, top and bottom sides of tape, make measuring easy. I have looked everywhere for a solid tape. This beats the usual common brands by far

I like the clear markings. Product feels solid. 1 year in and the locking mechanism no longer works. The mechanism is such that I can't manually lock, it slides closed when you let go of the tape.

Nice measure tape. The auto hold works really well. Well built, great quality.

i like the functions of this tape measure

Very pleased with this product. A great buy at a reasonable price. I purchased the 16-ft. version to keep handy in the house. The self-lock feature (works real well) was a key factor. I have an old Craftsman with this feature and love it, don't know why they discontinued it. The two-sided scales and hooks are quite nice and also influenced my decision. FYI, this tape has an 8-ft. stand-out. For inside measurements add 3-1/4": 3-3/16 case plus 1/16 hook. I already have my eye on another Komelon model for shop and site use.