Man you like 25' tapes! I like a little variety. I have 9' ,12' ,16' ,25' ,35' ,100' all different brands. Old USA made Craftsman, new Craftsman's, old 80's USA made Lufkin (before Crescent bought them). Lol I love tape measures!
The Lufkin looks cool. I like the Stanley fat max, but the locking mechanism seems to break easily. I’ve had two where the black thumb lever just broke off. The tape can still be used by whirling a little wedge out of shim stock.
Was walking thru Lowes today and I seen a 16ft & 25ft bundle for 19.99 put on a random rack like somebody decided halfway thru shopping they didnt want it. I snatched it so quick. Was planning on getting one anyways instead I got 2 for half the price of 1 lol
I started in the building trades in 1992. The standard tape back then was the chrome 25’ Stanley power lock. Then along came the fat max to change the game. Now it’s 2021 and the fat max is still the most popular tape on the jobsite. My 50 year old eyeballs like the idea of an easier to read tape by lufkin but they just don’t hold up to heavy use. Probably OK for the homeowner but not up to par for the professional.
A lot of people are reporting lufkin's tips snapping off in paricular magnetic ones - it's a shame as I like this design more than any other... eventually decided to get Makita based on positive reviews but am thinking about getting FatMax too to see which one's better to use and will outlive the other.
I agree I have Stanley power lock Stanley fat max Lufkin shockforce nuteyes Powerlock was my first Then had Lufkin really nice the lock had problem Shockforce is my highly recommend tape, it is heavy I find it worth it.
I have 4 of the lufkins, 2 ends have snapped off but I keep buying them for whatever that’s worth. I build and install custom cabinets and I otherwise love these tape measures
@3:19 the tape measure hook at the end isn't just diamond coated for grip. Primarily, the use of it with such a coating is to scribe through just about any material. It's one of my favorite features.
I been though them all i got two Lufkin tapes the black widow 16 ft and shockforce nite eye in 16 ft i got two Stanley power lock 25 ft one brand new the other had it for over 13 years but i love the shockforce nite eye sweet tape Lufkin did a awesome job
Semper if! Good review I’ve been trying to look for a solid tape measure and it can be exhausting like many other tools out there but I think Milwaukee you can’t go wrong with.
Your not the only one that likes the night eyes. My old ld luftkin the numbers are hard to read, tried stanley fat max while nice the auto lock at times jams, the blade is starting to break from pulling it out and retracting. One fault on the night eyes it is dark cover colored lay it down as I did building a deck blends in with the soil. Other than that the best tape measure hands down. Being self employed need quality and durability, the night eyes is all that.
That crescent brand tape is nice, but the blade is paper thin and brakes very easily. I bought one when the first came out a few years ago (when Lowe's stopped carrying the fatmax tapes). Used it for all of about 10 minutes and then gave it to my helper. He used it for the rest of the day and then I never saw it again, (I assume he retired it to a home use tape) I didn't care enough to ask what happened to it.
Yeah, but... your choice in tapes is obviously for building-scale projects. That's all well and good and your reasoning is well explained but I've been looking for an ideal metric-only woodshop-use tape to be carried in my front pants pocket. Years ago a metal case 12' Stanley with the belt clip removed was first choice and I kept 3 or 4 good ones scattered around plus another at the house and in the truck. Anyone with similar needs ought to take a look at the more expensive of the Hultafors brand 3 meter (roughly 10') tape. Hultafors is a Swedish company and their tools seem to be brought to the US by a Brit outfit. They're expensive, about $30 a pop, but if you're going to work with them every working day for the rest of your life, what does it matter?
I’m interested to see a review of the nite eye after daily use. I only ever see people talking about them while showing off a brand new tape measure. That’s fine, but I’m curious about how long they last. If anyone knows, please leave a comment! Thanks
I have been using all my lufkins daily and I really like them. We have broken any of them, a few have some dented up tapes but this certainly aren’t unusable
What about the numbers from 1-30mm (metric version) on the markers not being visible due to the mechanism on the end? You're simply left counting lines.
Never seen a standard tape with those options. I have only seen that on long tapes like 100’ and 300’. It may be available somewhere, but I haven’t seen it
Makes me want to get a black widow, I'm still using Stanley tape measures I have had for a while. I imagine they're most likely worn out at this point lol
I have to say the Lufkin is cool but the tape itself sucks. I returned the first one. The tape was bent up. They replaced it and after a few uses its all dented up and won't slide out strait. So all though it's tough on the outside the tape part sucks bad. Just too thin to handle the wood shop. Back to the Stanley.
I see lots of good reviews on TH-cam for Lufkin tapes from reviewers. Yet when I look at reviews across the web from people who are paying for Lufkin tapes, the reviews are much more 'average' and mixed. What goes on?
Well I buy all of my stuff for the channel and I do love the Lufkin tapes. They are my favorite among every single brand. I own pretty much every single tape on the market. Milwaukee second place. Stanley FatMax third place
sorry but I had to give a thumbs down because you didn't cover the one issue I was concerned with; how long before each tape gets floppy. Maybe it would've taken too long to get that information but that's what I'm interested in. I'm tired of buying tapes and have them go flacid within a relatively short period of time. I need the tape to stand out 14' feet or so, with rigidity for a long time....maybe I ask too much....but I wear them out quickly and hope that there's one that will last. Right now, I'm using the Milwuakee 25' Wide Blade but it's my second one; I wore the first one out (a 16') pretty fast.
Just came here because a cheap arse rubbish 'CraftWrong' tape measure cut my thumb open! The brake failed and it turns out the hook end isn't finished properly and is razor sharp. What a piece of junk.
Dont buy Lufkun Nite Eye... Their blade is pure garbage, gets way too many kinks, and creases. Belt clip is stupidly placed inside hight friction gummy ring. It also starts to struggle to retract the more you extend it. I really wanted it to work, because its really cool looking tape, but I would not recommend it.
I love the new Lufkin, best damn tape measure I ever got
Man you like 25' tapes! I like a little variety. I have 9' ,12' ,16' ,25' ,35' ,100' all different brands. Old USA made Craftsman, new Craftsman's, old 80's USA made Lufkin (before Crescent bought them). Lol I love tape measures!
The Lufkin looks cool. I like the Stanley fat max, but the locking mechanism seems to break easily. I’ve had two where the black thumb lever just broke off. The tape can still be used by whirling a little wedge out of shim stock.
I Just got one !!! Lowe's
Cool vid...
I need kelp looking for a black tape but with easy read numbers too
Teaching the kid to use tape measures
I hope you can help
Yes Milwaukee belt clip is amazing!!!!!
good stuff as per usual! love the straight to business approach!
Bought the Lufkin Nite Eye and the lock quit working after 3 days. But I liked it until then. Back to my Milwaukee
Same 🤦🏼… idk y they went cheap plastic on the locking mechanism
Was walking thru Lowes today and I seen a 16ft & 25ft bundle for 19.99 put on a random rack like somebody decided halfway thru shopping they didnt want it. I snatched it so quick. Was planning on getting one anyways instead I got 2 for half the price of 1 lol
I started in the building trades in 1992. The standard tape back then was the chrome 25’ Stanley power lock. Then along came the fat max to change the game. Now it’s 2021 and the fat max is still the most popular tape on the jobsite.
My 50 year old eyeballs like the idea of an easier to read tape by lufkin but they just don’t hold up to heavy use. Probably OK for the homeowner but not up to par for the professional.
A lot of people are reporting lufkin's tips snapping off in paricular magnetic ones - it's a shame as I like this design more than any other... eventually decided to get Makita based on positive reviews but am thinking about getting FatMax too to see which one's better to use and will outlive the other.
That Lufkin got all messed up the first day on the job. Did not mistreat it. Went right back to Stanley.
@Josh Cardiff you should start posting some videos bro. After 30 years I know you have some tips that could really help people.
Milwaukee belt clip is by far superior. Goes on easy and stays on
True that 👍🏼
Is it a good tape when in the rain? Always have trouble with tapes not retracting back in
I agree
I have
Stanley power lock
Stanley fat max
Lufkin shockforce nuteyes
Powerlock was my first
Then had Lufkin really nice the lock had problem
Shockforce is my highly recommend tape, it is heavy I find it worth it.
I have 4 of the lufkins, 2 ends have snapped off but I keep buying them for whatever that’s worth. I build and install custom cabinets and I otherwise love these tape measures
the hole is for a nail. and you put the pen or pencil at the tip to the tape
@3:19 the tape measure hook at the end isn't just diamond coated for grip. Primarily, the use of it with such a coating is to scribe through just about any material. It's one of my favorite features.
I been though them all i got two Lufkin tapes the black widow 16 ft and shockforce nite eye in 16 ft i got two Stanley power lock 25 ft one brand new the other had it for over 13 years but i love the shockforce nite eye sweet tape Lufkin did a awesome job
Craftsman tape are the best
My problem with almost ALL my tape measures is the pull out and retract failure.
Semper if! Good review I’ve been trying to look for a solid tape measure and it can be exhausting like many other tools out there but I think Milwaukee you can’t go wrong with.
for 15 years i always used stanley fat max but last year i got a free lufkin shockforce from crescent tools and its awesome
We have a believer!
Free is usually awesome 😉
Your not the only one that likes the night eyes.
My old ld luftkin the numbers are hard to read, tried stanley fat max while nice the auto lock at times jams, the blade is starting to break from pulling it out and retracting.
One fault on the night eyes it is dark cover colored lay it down as I did building a deck blends in with the soil. Other than that the best tape measure hands down.
Being self employed need quality and durability, the night eyes is all that.
I like your new video today buddy
That crescent brand tape is nice, but the blade is paper thin and brakes very easily.
I bought one when the first came out a few years ago (when Lowe's stopped carrying the fatmax tapes). Used it for all of about 10 minutes and then gave it to my helper. He used it for the rest of the day and then I never saw it again, (I assume he retired it to a home use tape) I didn't care enough to ask what happened to it.
“First kind of cool/second kind of cool”. TNP follower spotted!
Guilty
@@TheDurbinCompound Me too!
Yeah, but... your choice in tapes is obviously for building-scale projects. That's all well and good and your reasoning is well explained but I've been looking for an ideal metric-only woodshop-use tape to be carried in my front pants pocket. Years ago a metal case 12' Stanley with the belt clip removed was first choice and I kept 3 or 4 good ones scattered around plus another at the house and in the truck. Anyone with similar needs ought to take a look at the more expensive of the Hultafors brand 3 meter (roughly 10') tape. Hultafors is a Swedish company and their tools seem to be brought to the US by a Brit outfit. They're expensive, about $30 a pop, but if you're going to work with them every working day for the rest of your life, what does it matter?
I’m interested to see a review of the nite eye after daily use. I only ever see people talking about them while showing off a brand new tape measure. That’s fine, but I’m curious about how long they last. If anyone knows, please leave a comment! Thanks
I have been using all my lufkins daily and I really like them. We have broken any of them, a few have some dented up tapes but this certainly aren’t unusable
You're supposed to put the nail in the hole and then use the end of the tape for a pen pencil or marker
What about the numbers from 1-30mm (metric version) on the markers not being visible due to the mechanism on the end? You're simply left counting lines.
What about accuracy? Is 12" exactly 12"? Inside or outside measurement
NOOICE!
But is there a tape measure you can use in the rain? I go through so many tapes it’s ridiculous!!
I haven’t found one yet!
TheDurbinCompound I had a cheapo one that had a nylon coat 🧥 and that one lasted the longest 😂 all the top brands don’t last
That Milwaukee tape measure is really old, they should be testing the Stud Wideblade if they want to test the best
Trying to find one side metric other side inches. Any suggestions?
Never seen a standard tape with those options. I have only seen that on long tapes like 100’ and 300’. It may be available somewhere, but I haven’t seen it
Milwaukee makes it
Makes me want to get a black widow, I'm still using Stanley tape measures I have had for a while. I imagine they're most likely worn out at this point lol
Step up your game!
For the life of me I cannot find a tape measure with all the features I want. Autolock, magnetic tip, double-sided, and a long standout.
Doesn’t exist!! You have to find the best of the compromise!
autolock is what this doesnt' have for me
Should check out masterforce
No Dewalt or fat max,or others to compare.
Only problem with this one i had lettering erases
I have to say the Lufkin is cool but the tape itself sucks. I returned the first one. The tape was bent up. They replaced it and after a few uses its all dented up and won't slide out strait. So all though it's tough on the outside the tape part sucks bad. Just too thin to handle the wood shop. Back to the Stanley.
Why would I want a black tape measure, pountless
I see lots of good reviews on TH-cam for Lufkin tapes from reviewers. Yet when I look at reviews across the web from people who are paying for Lufkin tapes, the reviews are much more 'average' and mixed. What goes on?
Well I buy all of my stuff for the channel and I do love the Lufkin tapes. They are my favorite among every single brand. I own pretty much every single tape on the market. Milwaukee second place. Stanley FatMax third place
sorry but I had to give a thumbs down because you didn't cover the one issue I was concerned with; how long before each tape gets floppy. Maybe it would've taken too long to get that information but that's what I'm interested in. I'm tired of buying tapes and have them go flacid within a relatively short period of time. I need the tape to stand out 14' feet or so, with rigidity for a long time....maybe I ask too much....but I wear them out quickly and hope that there's one that will last. Right now, I'm using the Milwuakee 25' Wide Blade but it's my second one; I wore the first one out (a 16') pretty fast.
You’re doing the arch wrong bud!
Drive a nail i the hole, and hook your pencil on the hook. Make a 26 foot circle!
I just want one my kids can’t pull all the way out and ruin.
🍻🍺
Just came here because a cheap arse rubbish 'CraftWrong' tape measure cut my thumb open! The brake failed and it turns out the hook end isn't finished properly and is razor sharp. What a piece of junk.
Pure junk , tape cracks after minimal use . I tried three with the same results before I gave up them and went back to my Milwaukee’s
Dont buy Lufkun Nite Eye... Their blade is pure garbage, gets way too many kinks, and creases. Belt clip is stupidly placed inside hight friction gummy ring. It also starts to struggle to retract the more you extend it. I really wanted it to work, because its really cool looking tape, but I would not recommend it.
Also the locking mechanism stopped working after just a couple days
Crescent sucks