Heat treated spring for longer life. Positive blade lock will not creep while taking measurements. Entire blade coated with Mylar® Polyester film for added durability. Belt clip on back of case makes it convenient for carrying around

Forged steel head is hardened and tempered. Faces machine finished

Tips are made of tough plastic that won™t mar finely finished surfaces. Handles are securely locked in oval eye body. Plastic tips are replaceable

Extra thick aircraft grade aluminum for durability and maintaining accurate square. Brace measures octagon scale board measures 2 way read sleeve. Individually inspected for accuracy. Deep graduations are filled with yellow paint for superior readability in all light conditions. Surface protected to resist corrosion

Heat-treated molded jacket is designed to absorb shock. Ergonomically designed grip is contoured for working comfort while the ribbed channels allows air to ventilate and cool hand allows moisture to escape

Blades extended out nose of frame can be locked into place for tight clearance work. Fully adjustable tension-holds blades up to 32 000 psi. Quick-release blade-changing mechanism in handle. Tension guide. Blade storage in frame

New England pattern head. Forged from high quality hardened and tempered steel. Faces are ground and polished

3 to 1 gear drive for fast rewind. High impact ABS case with rubber non-slip grip. Tru-Zero end hook for inside and outside measurements. Steel roller cage to protect case from being cut by blade during retraction

Dead blow steel face ball pein hammer heads are tempered alloy steel with crowned faces for more accuracy ™ no bounce back. Steel reinforced handle provides added strength and safety resists breaking on overstrike. Dead blow function uses steel shot