Komelon SL2825 Self Lock 25-Foot Power Tape

Recommended. I bought this just over 13 years ago and it still works fine. You don't want this if you need to pull out the tape and have it stay in place while sitting flat on the ground. The tape will slide in slowly about 1/4" 10 seconds if the front is not held up at a slight angle by putting something underneath at the front like a screw. Other than when being flat on the ground the brake still holds well and the operation is solid. It only cost $10 back then but that's inflation. I wanted to buy another of these but i'm going try the dewalt atomic.

This is really well made. Slides easily stops easily it's heavy so it doesn't Bend too much it's really a good one

I bought this because I misplaced two other large tape measures somewhere. I bought this one because the price was right but it works great. I especially love the self locking feature.

Value and easy to read will last for years

Initially, I was very impressed with this. No latching and simple measuring. Lately, however, I'm noticing the auto lock is not always holding. I pull it out to measure something and it starts retracting about 1/16" every few seconds. It doesn't happen every time, but even a few times during a project can make it incredibly difficult to measure something unless I have a second person to hold it, or use a clamp. I don't know if there is something that can be done to fix it, but a little disappointed that it isn't staying put.

Was looking for a good tape measured and this fit all my boxes. •Starts out self locking so I can extend to the length I want and it holds. •Nice easy design that I can spot in a crowded room •Very sturdy even at the full length of 25 feet. It’s a great ruler that is decently priced. I keep it in my tool bag at all times while on jobs.

This is a very well made tape measure. Not a lot to say about it except it works & is a quality product. Great price & fast on time delivery. Thank you

You cannot beat the price fir a tape measurer made so well. Stays locked at ant interval until you close it. Highly recommend!!

I love Komelon tapes. I grabbed this for my work bag as I travel for work. Light weight and just as sturdy as the bigger tapes without the bulk and weight. Lovely to use, smooth and does not jam.

Unfortunately this lasted less than a week. The spindle mechanism unwound internally and the tape would not retract. Disappointing purchase but it was a cheap buy for a measuring tape so not entirely unexpected. Won’t buy again

I'm not sure if the self-locking mechanism was introduced by Komelon, but I'll never buy another tape again that doesn't have this feature. I am a professional carpenter and find it to be so much easier to use. They will wear out like any other tape measure, but the design makes them my go to brand now. I just bought six more to give to my carpenter/homeowner friends.

Easy to read and the lock feature works perfectly

Strange to say about a simple tape measure, but this is an oddly satisfying item. The tape is textured and feels nice, the weight is perfect, it thunks in a low reassuring thud when you stop it. Feels very solid in your hand. Never thought I could be so pleased about a tape measure, but this is just great quality.