Stanley 33-716 16-Foot-by-1-1/4-Inch FatMax Tape Rule with Blade Armor

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The Stanley 16-Foot-by-1-1/4-Inch FatMax Tape Rule is reinforced on the first six feet with BladeArmor coating for maximum durability. A Mylar polyester film extends the life of the entire blade. This tape rule comes with a cushion grip built into the case for a non-slip grip and impact resistance. A top forward blade lock design makes it easier to lock and unlock the blade while a heavy, heat-treated spring provides long life and smooth blade recoil.

Tape Rule is reinforced with BladeArmor coating for maximum durability. See the full line of Stanley tape rules.

Hand tools for the pro or expert enthusiast. view the FatMax product demo (requires Flash)

The tape blade measures 16-feet-by-1-1/4-inch with a 11-foot tape standout. To simplify framing jobs, the bright yellow, easy-to-read blade has 16-inch and 19.2-inch stud center markings. It comes with Stanley's limited lifetime warranty.

About Stanley FatMax Tape Systems and Blade Armor Coating
The FatMax family of products has established itself as one of Stanley's most extensive and innovative product families in the company's 161-year history. The FatMax line of hand tools features core tools essential for the pro or expert enthusiast who desire high quality, durable tools. BladeArmor coating is a patented industrial thermoplastic coating, the very same material that has been used to strengthen and protect aircraft parts, such as the rotor blades on the Sikorsky Black Hawk Helicopter. Simply put, it helps aircraft survive war zones, and it also helps tape blades survive construction zones. Applying BladeArmor coating to tape blades reduces both tape breakage and tape returns, enabling it to conquer the toughest testing ground of all -- the job site!

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

• Item Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00009OYGJ
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 33-716
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #23,497 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #83 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Measuring & Layout Tools > Tape Measures

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 16 ' fat max, April 5, 2007

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BbGdrch "mxptlz" (OK USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Stanley 33-716 16-Foot-by-1-1/4-Inch FatMax Tape Rule with Blade Armor (Tools & Home Improvement)

Ths is my favorite tape to date. I like the small case. It fits my hand real nice. It's lighter than the big ones and I don't usually get th 25's-35's out unless I'm just starting a job and I need whole room measurements.It's very consistent. The set back is 2 3/4 inches which is easy to use.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My all time favorite tape measure!, March 3, 2009

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BlackSCRunner (Boston, MA United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Stanley 33-716 16-Foot-by-1-1/4-Inch FatMax Tape Rule with Blade Armor (Tools & Home Improvement)

After using a Fat Max, you will not go back to the other flimsy tape measures. The standout is outstanding! The 16' is the smallest (although still FAT as the name implies) and for most jobs, the most useful. I also keep a 25' & 30' in the toolbox, but the 16' comes with me. I usually do not have to measure anything longer than 16' and this is great to keep on your belt, or in your car. If Stanley made a FAT MAX mini maybe slightly thinner, and 12' but still sturdy and with a nice stand out, I would be all over that also. I keep buying these because they keep disapearing from jobsites. Annoying, yes, but a testament to the fact that once people use them, they don't want to let them go.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Incredibly durable less than full extension, April 14, 2008

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D. C. Morphis (CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Stanley 33-716 16-Foot-by-1-1/4-Inch FatMax Tape Rule with Blade Armor (Tools & Home Improvement)

I'm an indoor finished carpenter by trade, and this tape measure fell from my pocket three stories and landed straight on concrete without hitting anything else. I thought for sure it was a 'gonner'. When I went down the stairs to check it out there was barely a mark on it. I checked the tape portion of it and everything functioned just as perfectly as it had before it fell. This tape measure that I use is about 6 months old, and I use it every week day on the job. I prefer this one over the thinner stanley's because the tape lasts longer. The thinner and more mobile/comfortable ones only last 4 or 5 months of every day use in my line of business, but this one will easily go at least another several months.

My only issue with this tape measure is you only get about 15' at full extension before causing potential catastrophe to your incredible tool. I did just that- was measuring a wall for some crown and needed to go almost a full 16' to get my measurement. I made it to 15' and felt the pressures urging me to stop, although I still hadn't seen the warning signs (the "caution"). I needed just an inch or two more so I kept going, knowing I should see the "caution" before I'd need to stop. I went to 15' 3" or 4" inches and just before reaching the "caution," I heard the spring snap and I felt the tension give out. My tape measure was broken. I'm goring to send this information to Stanley Tools since it's obviously a design flaw.