These tapes were once much beloved by stagehands, because you could attach them to a scenery pipe with masking tape, run it up to the desired height, and then give it a tug to recover it -- without any risk of damage to the tape. I suspect that these days they use laser measuring devices.…
DeWalt 100' Fiberglass Tape - DeWalt 100' Fiberglass TapeDWHT34145 The 100 ft. Fiberglass Long Tape has a 3/4 in. blade with double-sided print making it easy to read and record measurements. The blade contains 64 fiberglass strands to increase durability and help prevent stretching and inaccurate measurements over time. The 3:1 gear mechanism offers improved ergonomics and makes it quick and easy to rewind the tape after use.
DeWalt DWHT34145 100 ft. Fiberglass Long Tape
Lufkin tapes hi-res stock photography and images - Alamy
The Lufkin 1/2 x 12' Mezurall Power Return Tape (W9212) is a classic workhorse in measuring. It features a chrome-plated case and power retraction operation.
Lufkin w9212 Mezurall Measuring Tape, 1/2in x 12ft, Yellow
These tapes were once much beloved by stagehands, because you could attach them to a scenery pipe with masking tape, run it up to the desired height,
Lufkin Hi-Line 100-foot non-metallic (cloth) tape measure
Lufkin 066FN Folding Wood Rule 6 ft. Red End
Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Vintage Lufkin Rule Co. & Keuffel & esser metal tapes Measure 100 ft 2 for 1 at the
Vintage Lufkin Rule Co. & Keuffel & esser metal tapes Measure 100 ft 2 for 1
Shockforce Nite Eye G1 35-ft Tape Measure
Crescent Lufkin 1/2 x 3m/10' Mezurall® Chrome Case SAE/Metric
Condition is Used. Shipped with USPS Priority Mail Small Flat Rate Box.
Vintage Lufkin 100 Ft. Hi-Line Woven Non-Metallic Tape Measure - Used Very Good