How to Choose a Measuring Tape Are the blade, end hook and belt clip solidly riveted?
Is the spring-return smooth and strong? The most common complaint about measuring tapes is that they tend to fall apart after a while. Either the blade comes loose from the measure when it’s fully extended, or the end hook starts to wobble, or the belt clip loses its hold. When you buy a Kapro tape measure, you can be sure of a quality product that is solidly constructed and made to last. The steel end hooks are reinforced above and below the blade, and a blade-return buffer adds protection. Another common complaint is too-fast blade return, and spring locks that don’t go the distance. Kapro tapes measures promise smooth blade recoil, easy locking and unlocking, and a durable spring that prolongs the life of the tape.
