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This bi-material tape measure from Irwin is built for hard work on the jobsite. It extends to nearly 17 feet, giving you the length needed for most tasks, while still being rigid enough to withstand extreme abuse. Drop it from 80 feet and it survives, so it will handle whatever you can dish out. The finger brake helps control retraction when using one-handed, while the coating on the blade resists tears around the hook. Double-sided markings let you measure overhead or vertically in tight spaces, and the large numbers are easy to read, even in low light. In short, if you need a tool that keeps up with you on the job all day, this no-nonsense workhorse from Irwin is your tape.