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Fact #1. As you can imagine, people have been measuring things for centuries. The Ancient Romans, for example, marked strips of leather and used them as a sort of antiquated ruler. Somewhat surprisingly, the tape measure didn't make an appearance in the United States until 1868, when a man filed a patent in New Haven, Connecticut.
Fact #2. The first tape measure was expensive and ineffective. It never came close to replacing wooden rulers. In 1922, a man received a patent for his version. He began to manufacture and sell them. Shortly thereafter, carpenters across the country began adopting the design. It's quite similar to the models you find in the modern era.
Fact #3. Many models sold in the United States feature small black diamond markings every 19.2 inches. This denotes equal spacing for joists, which is a standard interval for studs in construction. This is unique to models designed in the United States. Historically, American versions have been created using only the imperial system. That's slowly changing as manufacturers increasingly incorporate the metric system into their designs.
Fact #4. These tools tend to take a beating. They get tossed to the ground, covered in debris, and exposed to the elements. To combat this, make sure its case is robust, relatively thick, and resistant to corrosion. The same goes for the blade. It frequently encounters grit, dirt, sawdust, and liquids.
Fact #5. When finding the best option to purchase, accuracy is obviously most important. However, you should focus on other qualities as well: size, style, the quality of the locking lever, and the design of the tang. Be wary of models that are dolled up with extra, unnecessary features. Additionally, before buying one, make sure you know how to correctly read measurements. If you plan to make highly detailed markings, you should also probably invest in a quality pencil with a fine tip.
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