Blade Armour coating on the first 150mm reduces the risk of breaking the tape by 95% Cushion grip provides sturdy, slip-resistant hold Huge blade stand out of almost 4 metres for easy one person measuring 32mm wide blade makes reading the numbers easy Mylar coated blade is up to 10 times more resistant to abrasion than normal lacquered blades True zero end hook- moves to compensate for accurate inside and outside measurements 3 rivet end hook - 40% stronger than a 2 rivet hook construction Specially designed hook grabs on side, tip or bottom for versatility