OX Trade 8m Tape Measure

The Surprise: Budget Price, Trade Quality I bought this as a quick, cheap stop-gap after my old tape measure finally gave up the ghost. At just £2.95, I was fully expecting a flimsy, "disposable" tool that I’d replace with a premium model within weeks. I couldn't have been more wrong. ​Build & Durability Despite the price, this does not feel cheap at all. It has a sturdy, durable feel and a robust casing that seems like it can handle the drops and knocks of a renovation project. The blade itself is 25mm wide and nylon-coated, which gives it a much better "standout" than I expected for under £3. ​The Standout Feature: The Side Button The addition of the side button is a game-changer. It’s a small detail, but it makes taking one-handed measurements significantly easier when you're trying to hold multiple things at once—a constant struggle when working solo on an old house. ​Verdict I was ready to spend much more on a replacement, but I’ll be keeping this until it eventually gives up on me. It’s effective, reliable, and punchy. If you’re looking for a dependable workhorse without the "big brand" price tag, this is it.

Very high quality tape measure at a bargain price! Pretty lightweight, strong, and with a very strong retraction mechanism.

Great tape measure. Good value and quality arrived quickly

Great Heavy duty measuring tape. I ordered the 8M model and works amazing for house hold use as-well as some work. Fits only a belt easily as well as holds to your hand with the strap easily, however does weigh your trousers down (Excepted from a 8M tape). Works amazingly will buy more aswell as recommend the product to family and friends.

Product easy to use, seems be good quality. Nice color design

Very impressed,I was going to buy Stanley but as I don't use a tape everyday I went cheaper,but this ox trade tape is very good quality especially considering the price,if feels solid and the locking mechanism works great ,I like the side button ( to hold tape when pressed) it seems as good as a Stanley,time will tell.

I’ve bought several tape measures because they always seem to disappear in our house like socks & you can never find one when you need it. This one is great quality, sturdy & very reasonably priced. It’s really handy to have a few spare around the house.

Side button does nothing. And not sure purpose of bottom button 🤷‍♀️

Gut ablesbar und sehr praktisch. Immer wieder, Gruß Jürgen

Excellent tape measure and solidily made. Clear measurement reading.

Good

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La graduation n'est pas super pratique. il y a les dizaines et entre c'est gradué 1 à 9. Il faut 2 coups d'oeil pour lire la valeur