Stanley 33-885 Short Tape, 1-1/4-Inch by 16-Feet

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The Stanley 16-Foot FatMax Xtreme Tape Rule with BladeArmor is reinforced on the first six feet with BladeArmor coating for maximum durability. A Mylar polyester film extends the life of the entire blade and a three-rivet, corrosion-resistant hook moves to allow accurate inside and outside measurements. This tape rule comes with a cushion grip built into its ergonomic 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.

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The tape blade measures 16-feet-by-1-inch with a 13-foot tape standout. To simplify framing jobs, the bright yellow, easy-to-read blade has 16-inch stud center markings. The chrome case with overmold holds up to heavy use; the tape rule comes with Stanley's limited lifetime warranty.

About Stanley FatMax Tape Systems and BladeArmor 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!

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33-885 Blade Len.: 16 ft (part# 33-885) This item features: -BladeArmor coating on the first 6'' maximizes durability of hook end. -High-visibility Mylar polyester film extends life of entire blade and improves measurement visibility. -Cushion grip provides comfortable, slip-resistant hold. -Specially designed hook grabs on side, top or bottom for versatility. -Blade Width: 1 1/4 in. -Stud Markings: 16 in, 19.2 in. -Blade Finish: Mylar Coating. -End Type: Hook. -Case Material: ABS. -Finish: Chrome. -Price is for 1 Each.

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.1 x 2.1 x 4.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000FGI03I
• Item model number: 33-885
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #16,977 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #7 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Measuring & Layout Tools > Tape Reels

Customer Reviews

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Blade Armor?! Hah!, October 7, 2007

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J. Helms "contractor" (Valdese, NC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Stanley 33-885 Short Tape, 1-1/4-Inch by 16-Feet (Tools & Home Improvement)

The tape has excellent standout but for the most part it is not extremely useful. I've used a ton of Stanley tape measures and it seems breaking within the first couple of inches is what usually makes me have to trash them. The irony of my experience with the "Xtreme" is that it broke in a few months right there in the blade armor. Since you have to practically take out a mortgage to buy one of the longer tapes in the "Xtreme" line I don't think I'll ever be using one of these again. These seem substantially heavier & bulkier than equivalent length tapes as well

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars it's the one I carry on me .........., April 6, 2008

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Pinzgauer "Remodeler" (Andover, VT) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Stanley 33-885 Short Tape, 1-1/4-Inch by 16-Feet (Tools & Home Improvement)

I love this tape because it works for over 90% of my daily measuring. I gave it 4 stars only because previous reviewers are right in that I had one tear and ultimately break as well. But I did replace it with another, so ..........Well, draw your own conclusion.

4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best you can get, May 16, 2008

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willPS (MD US) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Stanley 33-885 Short Tape, 1-1/4-Inch by 16-Feet (Tools & Home Improvement)

I like this tape far more than the other FatMax Xtreme tapes because its narrower, and therefore doesn't stick off your belt an unreasonable amount, which the others do (fat fat fat). It is equally thin to the FatMax yellow tapes, and actually a bit thinner than the 25'. Additionally, it's far lighter and smaller than its larger counterparts. I do framing, but I rarely measure boards more than 16'. That's what the 100 ft tape is for. I don't understand carpenters who buy a 35ft tape and carry that monster around with them. That said, there are definitely scenarios you need more length, but I'd just keep a regular FatMax 35' or the 100' as I said before. The stand out on this tape really is 13', and I love how that enables me to take measurements in large, high interior spaces. It also makes me look good when people say, "wow, is that how you're supposed to measure??" My tape is now more than a year old, and it shows some signs of wear. However, given the amount of use and number of falls (big and small hard and soft), it still works perfectly fine for me. As for the blade armor, it seems to be doing its job. I noticed that it's the first thing to look worn, but then it just stays at that level of wear for the rest of the life of the tape. I'm pissed they don't sell this at Lowes/HD very often because it's the only Xtreme tape I'd carry. Guess I'll have to plan in advance for its inevitable demise.. Like many of my other tools, I'm now convinced this is the best and it annoys me to use anything else. It also makes other tapes seem dinky and awkward to me if they are anything less than FatMax.