Tajima CR202B-P Chalk-Rite II Ultra Thin Chalk Box

by Tajima

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Tajima, the name in contractor quality chalk boxes. 100' of Premium grade .5mm braided nylon/polyester line. Five gear drive system for smooth rewinds. Crank folds away when not in use. Die Cast aluminum box. End hook stay to keep end hook from catching on objects when pulled from pouch or tool box. Positive seal gasket.

Product Description

Contractor-grade chalk snap-line w/100' (30M) ultra thin premium-grade braided line. Smooth gear-drive winding, up to 3 times faster than standard snap-lines. Compact, fits comfortably in palm of hand yet holds up to 1.6 oz. (45 g) of chalk. Durable, heavy-gauge die-cast aluminum case sealed with an elastomer gasket. Positive gear-lock line hold, automatically releases during rewind. Also features an folding crank, easy-fill spout, and a tool to facilitate line replacement. Use Tajima snap-line chalk PLC2-W300, PLC2-B300, PLC2-R300, PLC2-Y300.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000UUHU6W
• Item model number: CR202B-P
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,305 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #2 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Measuring & Layout Tools > Chalk Lines

Customer Reviews

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars what all chalk lines Should Be Like, August 23, 2009

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P. Travis (Montana) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Tajima CR202B-P Chalk-Rite II Ultra Thin Chalk Box (Tools & Home Improvement)

I've had a few different chalk lines, with varying degrees of success. The Stanley met the business end of a framing hammer after one jam too many. The Irwin experienced a hail mary pass from the roof deck (the street below, incidentally, received that pass expertly.) The tajima, however, has been in use for six months and has yet to frustrate.

The first glance shows it to be a very well engineered product. The gearing is solid and fast. The lock not only works, but works well - a welcome change from the others - and you'll find yourself actually using it. The reel is designed to be pressed, nose down, against the work surface. This method, when compared to pulling the line past the edge of a sheet, makes a more accurate mark and is less likely to wear on the line.

The mark itself is excellent. The 1mm line produces a bright line the size of a pencil scribe, and I am happy to have the accuracy. The quality and crispness of the snap is rewarding, every time I use it. The line does wear, especially just after the hook, but what line doesn't? I'd rather cut off 6" off every few weeks than buy a new reel with every chalk refill.

Tajima's chalk works wonderfully, as well. It really helps to have finer chalk with such a thin like. I've started using the Irwin chalk, with no difficulties as long as i don't overfill. My personal favorite is a blend of fluorescent green and standard blue that demands the eye's attention in any light on any material. If you do use standard chalk instead of the extra fine chalk, don't expect to get many snaps before you have reel up. I don't agree with the other reviewers' comments that this chalk line isn't suitable for framing, although the line it leaves is perhaps too light against asphalt shingles on a wavy roof deck. I don't experience the same problem when shingling a newly framed roof.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great buy, October 9, 2008

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pcc "crg" (wi) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Tajima CR202B-P Chalk-Rite II Ultra Thin Chalk Box (Tools & Home Improvement)

we mainly do finish carpentry and fat snap lines with chalk splatter do not help with accuracy so i find the combination of the ultra thin line and the tajima chalk to be a great alternitive - it leaves a nice thin line with out all the excess chalk - i would not recommend this combo for some of the more abusive trades IE framers and masons, as the line is thin and you can tell it would not take a lot to break it, so thin that when stretched out on nice flat surface it can be difficult to get a pinch on the line just to snap it.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The line makes the difference, January 19, 2008

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Johnny "Johnny" - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Tajima CR202B-P Chalk-Rite II Ultra Thin Chalk Box (Tools & Home Improvement)

The thin line makes the difference. This is 3 times the price of an Irwin, but the line is very crisp and worth it. I would recommend getting the Tajima chalk as well. It's like baby powder.