Customer Reviews

Stabila 37816 48-Inch and 16-Inch Aluminum Box Beam Level Set

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Rock solid construction certified accurate to within .029 degrees. I just got my package delivered to the worksite where I am installing a raised deck for a new bathroom. Within 20 minutes the deck was leveled. Let me tell you, not having to flip a cheap level over and then over again end to end three times to verify accuracy was a huge time saver. Add to that the confidence of knowing without a doubt that what you see is really what you got. I shaved at least 45 minutes to an hour off my morning. Every vial is clearly readable. The box beam construction is machined to an exacting true parallel. I am so happy I forked over the few extra dollars it took to get this set. I plan to replace my torpedo and 24" levels with Stabila's next.

If you can still get this deal. Go for it. I use these levels for everything. I've dropped them and they're fine. If lent them to people I shouldn't have, and they are fine. Just make sure you get an extra set of endcaps. They fall out and get lost every fre years.

Stabila levels are terrific They are well constructed and ACCURATE! Yes, they are expensive. But what really good tool isn't?

I've been working in construction for 30+ years, and have been through my share of levels. Won't name the brands here, but they are mostly those we all see in the hardware and big box stores. And yes, most of these are OK. But that's it, just OK. However, some of these are simply unacceptable.

The horizontal vial in my 42-inch level became loose and therefore inaccurate. So, I shopped at the big retailers. In one store I looked at six different 48-inch levels from well-recognized manufacturers. These weren't the cheapie plastic ones, but aluminum box frames selling for around $40 - $55. Every one of the these six levels gave a different indication when placed on the same display shelf in the store. Even after using some thin cardboard to 'level' a test location, I still couldn't get two levels to read the same. Swinging each level 180 degrees easily showed their inaccuracies. Some weren't as bad as others, but none were what I'd call really accurate. This is why I decided to invest the money in Stabila. I am very pleased that I did. These tools really are the most accurate levels I've ever owned.

Another point where the Stabila levels really are better is their solid construction. The rugged vials are mounted to the box frame exceptionally well. You can see simply by examining the construction of these tools that they are very high quality. Guess that's why Stabila has such a fine guarantee. Of course, as solidly as these are built, it's unlikely that they have to exchange very many 'defective' levels.

And finally, I have waited about a year before writing this review. I wanted to use these levels a lot before writing my review. Although these levels aren't as 'pretty' as they were a year ago, they ARE still as accurate. If you want a fine tool, Stabila levels will do very nicely.

The box beam construction is a strong construction and is therefore more durable and retains accuracy better than most other types of levels. The color of the vial fluid together with the vial design make reading the vial easy-from above or below. The handholds are comfortable and very convenient for both carrying and measuring. The end caps are removable for flush measuring. After a little over 5 years, I am still very satisfied with the performance of these levels. The only problem for me is that the marks on the vial do not line up with the edges of the bubble when the tool is level. In other words, when the tool is level, there is a small space between the bubble and the vial marks. Bubble edges in some other tools are just adjacent to the vial marks when level. This design can make reading and adjustment of a level a little easier.

You certainly get what you pay for with Stabila. They're certainly more expensive than other brands but their accuracy and durability more than make up for it. I've had my 48" for over 5 years and I'm not gentle with tools. It's still as accurate and straight as it was when I bought it. For most general applications I've found the 48 and 16 the most useful. The 59" comes in at a close second though. It's more useful than it sounds.

I can't believe I wasted so many years working with marginal levels. These are the best levels out there.

From the weekend warrior to the seasoned professional these levels are a step above the rest for all your home building and renovating needs. Quality + precision craftsmanship = STABILA: dead on balls accurate.

i have been a general contractor for 30 years,have used several sizes of the stabila levels, all perform great, no problems, true, an tough. new design over some of my older models a plus. if you use these tools to make a living, you will not go wrong.

I've heard many good things about Stabila. All true. Best levels I've used in my 18 years of woodworking.

I'm a weekender but insist on the best. If you need a well made and accurate level, look to the Stabila line. You'll never need to buy another. Stanley, Sears, General, et al do a mediocre job at best when compared to the Stabila levels.

PS: If you like quality, you will also admire these for how well they are made.