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Zircon 55588  The Repeater 25' Tape Measure with Built-In Voice Recorder
 
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Zircon 55588 The Repeater 25' Tape Measure with Built-In Voice Recorder

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2.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

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Technical Details

  • Contractor-grade tape measure with revolutionary twist
  • Simple-to-use voice recorder records up to 20 seconds
  • Rigid tape extends to 7 feet without buckling
  • Fits neatly into standard-size tape holders and tool belts
  • One-year warranty

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

This useful addition to Zircon's popular line of handy job site gadgetry is a great tool for any worker with a questionable short-term memory. The built-in digital voice recorder can save up to 20 seconds of information, ensuring that your cuts match your original measurements every time. While the sound quality isn't designed to impress audiophiles, this is carpentry, not the New York Philharmonic Orchestra; we think the Repeater sounds just fine considering its intended use. The tape measure itself is equal to most we've tried, and we had no problems. While the Repeater may not be the best buy for a carpenter with a photographic memory (a creature we have yet to meet), we think it's a great timesaving idea for the rest of us. --Brian Trinen


Product Description

Amazon.com Review This useful addition to Zircon's popular line of handy job site gadgetry is a great tool for any worker with a questionable short-term memory. The built-in digital voice recorder can save up to 20 seconds of information, ensuring that your cuts match your original measurements every time. While the sound quality isn't designed to impress audiophiles, this is carpentry, not the New York Philharmonic Orchestra; we think the Repeater sounds just fine considering its intended use. The tape measure itself is equal to most we've tried, and we had no problems. While the Repeater may not be the best buy for a carpenter with a photographic memory (a creature we have yet to meet), we think it's a great timesaving idea for the rest of us. --Brian Trinen From the Manufacturer Tired of writing down all your measurements only to lose the paper they're written on? Now you can record your measurements with the built-in voice recorder of the Repeater contractor-grade tape measure. Simple to use, the recorder allows you to capture up to 20 seconds of measurements on the spot and automatically adjusts the volume for any distance up to 3 feet (1 meter). The rigid tape extends 7 feet (2 meters) without buckling and has a three-rivet claw. The Repeater comes with a tough plastic outer casing and locking mechanism for tape control and fits neatly into standard tape holders and tool belts.

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Product Manual [32kb PDF]
  • Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
  • Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
  • Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
  • ASIN: B00002254R
  • Item model number: 55588
  • Average Customer Review: 2.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #81,141 in Home Improvement (See Bestsellers in Home Improvement)

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    #76 in  Home Improvement > Hand Tools > Measuring & Layout Tools > Tape Measures > 25'-35'
  • Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

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13 Reviews
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2.5 out of 5 stars (13 customer reviews)
 
 
 
 
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157 of 163 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Handiness compensates for bulk, good gift item, November 18, 1999
By Rose L. Mattran (Sarasota, Florida) - See all my reviews
No self-respecting carpenter would be caught dead with this ruler, but for the rest of us folks with only two hands and a short memory it works! Recording device does create weight and restricts ability for measuring in tight quarters. Over-all it rates high on the handiness scale. Good gift item.
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122 of 127 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Very important for anyone : professional or not, November 11, 1999
By A Customer
This is another product that makes you think "How did I manage to survive without it ?". No more pieces of paper with mysterious notes, no more "i guess it was...". Though I think it should be able to record a larger number of entries this is a must have tool, whether you are a professional or not.
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71 of 74 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars Flimsy blade, May 12, 2000
I bought one of these tape measures a week ago and aside from a less than perfect sound quality,which I can live with,I was happy.That is until yesterday when I noticed the tape or blade was starting to wrinkle up and it could'nt even be shut unless I bent it back to shape.Now I have to go out and get a replacement blade for a brand new 30 dollar tape measure.Is that right?It seems to me like they tried to save a little money and compramised their product.The bottom line is for a tape measure that dosen't sound very good or work very long you would be better off to spend you hard earned money elsewere.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Handy Tape Measure
I bought 2 and haven't had any problems. This tape measure outdoes the others in my book.
Published 19 months ago by W. Stone

1.0 out of 5 stars Broke First Time It Was Used
In two words- cheap junk.

The first time it was used to measure something the hook at the end of the tape broke off and the tape coiled up inside the housing.

Published on May 28, 2002 by Thomas P. Daniel

4.0 out of 5 stars The talking tape measure
With its voice recording capability, it's great to "take notes" without writing. It doesn't record for very long, but it's usually enough for a series of measurements... Read more
Published on April 20, 2002 by Daniel A. Koblosh

1.0 out of 5 stars Good Gag Gift For Your Cut Man-But Nothing More
This tape lasted approx. 2-3 weeks before it was history. I got it for my cut man for X-mas as a joke (well- not really!) and it didnot last till February. Read more
Published on March 3, 2001 by ayedavanita2000

1.0 out of 5 stars This is a piece of junk
I thought this would be a great idea, but it is a piece of junk. The tape is flimsy and uncoated, so the markings on the first few feet have rubbed off. Read more
Published on December 30, 2000 by Mark J Crawford

1.0 out of 5 stars Good Idea-Poor execution
The blade for this tape measure is flimsy and did not hold up nearly as well as other tape measures costing less than $10. Read more
Published on November 17, 2000 by Randell Heath

2.0 out of 5 stars Very Cheap Blade
I found this to be a useful product but the quality of theblade was much worse than a [cheap] tape measure that I just bought. Read more
Published on August 30, 2000 by Castle Restorations

2.0 out of 5 stars Poor blade
The voice recorder is a neat idea, but to be useful to carpenters the blade has to be of a much better quality. Read more
Published on August 5, 2000 by Harold Crenetz

2.0 out of 5 stars Poor Sound Quality
This is a handy tool, but the sound quality is worse than I expected
Published on February 20, 2000 by Barry Tee

5.0 out of 5 stars Is it a toy or a useful tool.
My son things that this is a great toy. He loves to play with the voice recorder.

I think it is a great tool. Read more

Published on February 18, 2000 by Steven M. Stedman

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