Stanley 33-212 12-Foot PowerLock Tape Rule

by Powerlock

Product Description

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The Stanley 12-Foot Powerlock Tape Rule provides positive blade lock with no creeping. A special Tru-Zero hook does double-duty as a pivot for drawing circles and arcs. For longer life and durability, this tape measure features a Mylar polymer-coated blade, a heat-treated spring, and a die-cast metal case.

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A two-rivet, corrosion-resistant hook stands up to continuous use and a convenient belt clip is fastened on back of the case for easy portability. The tape blade measures 1/2-inch-by-12-feet. It comes with Stanley's limited lifetime warranty.

About Stanley PowerLock Tape Systems
With a classic design and updated features that add durability and performance, the PowerLock line of tape measures is the perfect balance between classic Stanley design and the best innovations in tool manufacture.

The Stanley Story

The Stanley Works, originally a bolt and door hardware manufacturing company located in New Britain, Connecticut; was founded in 1843 by Frederick T. Stanley. A few years later, in 1857, Frederick’s cousin, Henry Stanley, founded The Stanley Rule and Level Company. In 1920, The Rule and Level Company merged with The Stanley Works and would go on to become it’s famous Hand Tools Division. Over the years, The Stanley Works has produced some of the most innovative and useful tools ever made. Among these tools are the Bailey Plane, the Surform shaper, the PowerLock tape rule and most recently the FatMax line of products. Today, more than ever, Stanley continues to be an industry leader in tool innovation. In 2001, Stanley introduced more than 100 new products, bringing to 400 the number of new products introduced in the past four years. As a direct result of Stanley’s commitment to excellence, Stanley was awarded the Prestigious Golden Hammer Award, presented for New Product Innovation in both 2000 and 2001.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5.8 x 2.9 x 1.2 inches ; 3.2 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 6.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00002X2GK
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 33-212
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #74,640 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for around-the-house tasks, July 15, 2000

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hyperbolium (Earth, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Stanley 33-212 12-Foot PowerLock Tape Rule (Tools & Home Improvement)

As something I use for home tasks and occasionally tote to a furniture store, I've never given much thought to tape measures. Mostly I've used freebies that came as a promotional item. Typically these had 1/4" blades, difficult to read markings and no locking mechanism.

On a whim one day I bought this 12' measure with a 3/4" blade, and the resulting improvement is tremendous. The wider blade is easier to extend for longer distances without it bending, and the markings are substantially easier to read. The lock is very useful for situations in which you can't apply both hands simultaneously. (I'm sure all of this is obvious to anyone who regularly uses tape measures, but to those who've just made do with whatever happened to be in the tool drawer, it's the sort of thing you wouldn't notice until you experienced the improvements.)

The Stanley is well crafted, with excellent tension for blade recall and a well-positioned locking switch. The removable belt-clip makes it especially easy to tote around.

Take one with you the next time you visit Ikea and see how many people ask to borrow it!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars old faithful, October 21, 2009

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N. Beachy (U.S.A) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Stanley 33-212 12-Foot PowerLock Tape Rule (Tools & Home Improvement)

Stanley are reliable . You can buy less expensive but you will have to replace them sooner. This unit is 1/2'' wide tape.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for you Pocket, November 27, 2007

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S. Fox (Flemington, NJ USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Stanley 33-212 12-Foot PowerLock Tape Rule (Tools & Home Improvement)

This tape is perfect for your pocket or when doing woodworking projects. The trend to huge tape measures leaves me boggled. If I'm not building an aircraft carrier, why do I need a tape that extends across the deck of one?