FastCap PSSR25 25 foot Lefty/Righty Measuring Tape

by Fastcap

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

FastCap's original line of tape measures feature a built in Fastpad for jotting down measurements, a compact design, and a heavy-duty protective rubber boot. The ergonomic belt clip and built-in pencil sharpener are features that our customers have requested for years! The blade on this tape is one inch wide and is designed with a four rivet nose clip that will handle the wear and tear of daily use. Available in 16' or 25' lengths in a variety of increments, including both standard and metric. Easy to read scale is identified down to the 1/16".

Product Description

Lefty/Righty Tape. Accommodates left-handed or right-handed users, standard measurements are readable on both sides of the tape. Innovative tape with features not found anywhere else have made these easy-to-read tape measures the favorite of cabinetmakers and carpenters alike. Features: Erasable note pad, Compact shock-resistant rubber casing, Dual thumb and finger lock, Easy belt clip, Built-in stainless steel pencil sharpener, and high-contrast black on white scale.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4.5 x 4.5 x 2.2 inches ; 8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0001GUE3Q
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: PSSR25
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #65,545 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Love it/Hate it, November 9, 2008

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JSCarey "jscarey" (Melbourne, Florida USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: FastCap PSSR25 25 foot Lefty/Righty Measuring Tape (Tools & Home Improvement)

I love the idea and design of this tape measure. The layout of the scale and the surface to jot down measurements and the thumb operated clip on the back are great ideas. But the construction of the tape leaves out much to be desired; primarily it leaves out quality...even the most basic quality. After light use measuring home and office interiors, two have bitten the big burnt weenie. The first was sitting on the counter during an estimate and suddenly the spring made one last gasping whir and the tape refused to come out and play. It's replacement recently did the opposite; while measuring an office for network cables the 25-foot tape decided around the 22nd foot to simply release the remainder of the tape...completely...spitting the entirety of the 25+ feet of tape onto the floor.

There are several other tapes which feature a similar design of the scale. And, while I will miss the clip on the back, I can glue a sample of matte white formica (purloined from the local cabinet shop) to the side of any case for jotting measurements.

A little more--heck, ANY--attention to quality and this would have been a great tool to have in any bag or toolbox.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Easiest scale to read, durablity lacking, April 5, 2006

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Michael A. Griffith (San Jose, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: FastCap PSSR25 25 foot Lefty/Righty Measuring Tape (Tools & Home Improvement)

The PSSR tape has the easiest scale to read of any tape I have used. Fractions readable down to 1/16" is a big plus. The lefty/righty feature actually helps cut down on a lot of measurement errors.

The pencil sharpener and writing pad may seem like gimmicks, but they are actually pretty useful.

After a few months of using it heavily, the case started to separate on mine. This is disappointing compared to the Stanley and Olympia tapes I have owned.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Handy for shop work, July 6, 2006

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Cathie (United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: FastCap PSSR25 25 foot Lefty/Righty Measuring Tape (Tools & Home Improvement)

I originally saw this tape measure in a woodworking class. It belonged to the instructor and he has had it for a couple of years. I used it several times and liked it, so I bought one for myself.

I really like the lefty/righty feature. Being able to use view the measurements right side up no matter which way you hold the tape is handy. I like the feel of the tape and the built-in pencil sharpener is a bonus. The body of the tape gives three inches to add, eliminating the need to add a fractional deminsion when working on inside corners.

I don't like the small numbers and the small foot increments. They are difficult to read at a distance. I also don't like the margin at the edge of the tape. There is a 1/32" margin on the edge of the tape, the dimentional lines do not extend to the very edge of the tape. I called the company about this and was told that the new design with the margin was the result of customer reviews.

This tape will stay in my shop. When I need to replace it, it will be a different brand.