Need help finding keychain tape measures!

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ICSK

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Hey everyone, I've been looking at keychain tape measures and it got me thinking. Exactly how much tool-age (excuse my inability to think of a better word) can one fit into a tape measure while still retaining the basic tool? So, my question to all of you gear savvy people is: Are there any other tape measures + whatevertool?

Requirements:
  • Must have at least 1 tool other than the keychain.
  • One must be able to attach it to a keychain.
  • Must be within a reasonable keychain weight. Let's say 3 oz max.
  • The tape measure must be in inches. Though having cm and mm is a nice bonus.
Notice how build quality wasn't on this list. I know that generally these mass produced promotional items aren't built to last but I plan on buying several to keep as backups.


Here are the ones I found. I'll be waiting anxiously to see what you guys unravel:

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Link:
http://www.imprintitems.com/custom/...e=google&utm_medium=base&utm_campaign=SPLfeed

What I like:
  • Form factor. To me, this oval shape is ideal for keychain carry
  • The tool set. It has 2 small phillips and flatheads. It also looks like I'd be able to fit standard bits. I'm hoping that's the case (fingers crossed!)
What I don't like:
  • I'm having a very difficult time finding one that'll ship samples to me for a reasonable price. The one I linked to charges $20 for shipping!
  • I'm not sure whether or not the tape measure is in inches.

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Link:
http://bestofferbuy.com/Pocket-Meas...ource=gbase&utm_medium=cse&utm_campaign=gbase
What I like:
  • The tool set. It has 2 small phillips and flatheads. It also looks like I'd be able to fit standard bits. I'm hoping that's the case (fingers crossed!)
  • It measures in inches and cm/mm! At least according to the description.
What I don't like:
  • Form factor. I don't think the circular shape would work very well in keychain carry.
  • FOR ME, I don't feel that the flashlight is necessary. FOR ME, it's added weight and won't improve my EDC. I already carry a flashlight and a backup with me. I think that another would start to become redundant.
  • LR41 batteries. I don't have anything else that uses these batteries nor do I want to buy spares JUST for this light. Like I stated above, I already carry enough flashlights.
 
I have a few tiny tape measures. They don't have keychains or other tools but they have a life span that is measured in decades instead of days. My dad got the Zippo in 84 according to the date on the back and I got the Stanley in the early 90's.

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I have a small Stanley 3' keychain tape that I carry, very handy. I doesn't have any of the other gadgets. But its ok because I already have those bases covered. BTW I picked mine up at Wall world.
 
I'm having a very difficult time finding one that'll ship samples to me for a reasonable price. The one I linked to charges $20 for shipping!
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I notice the EMS logo on one of those. You might try poking around www.ems.com
 
mora the explorer said:
I have a few tiny tape measures. They don't have keychains or other tools but they have a life span that is measured in decades instead of days. My dad got the Zippo in 84 according to the date on the back and I got the Stanley in the early 90's.

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I'm curious about those two tape measures. Mainly because the design echoed a thought I had in my head. Do they have any form of locking mechanism (such as the ones present in full sized tape measures)?


cb4life_30 said:
I have a small Stanley 3' keychain tape that I carry, very handy. I doesn't have any of the other gadgets. But its ok because I already have those bases covered. BTW I picked mine up at Wall world.
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Awesome. I still think my EDC is flawed in several ways, hence why I'm investigating the subject. I'm secretly hoping that we'll get some nice multi-tools announced from SHOT show so I don't have to invest in these items. :)

Cougar Allen said:
I notice the EMS logo on one of those. You might try poking around www.ems.com
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I'm afraid those tape measures were probably just a promotional item for EMS. They're certainly designed to fit that role. Nonetheless, it's refreshing to know that an outdoor company invested their money in unique EDC gadgets at one point!
 
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The stanley does have a lock, it looks just like the larger stanley tapes, just in a smaller package.
 
ICSK said:
I'm curious about those two tape measures. Mainly because the design echoed a thought I had in my head. Do they have any form of locking mechanism (such as the ones present in full sized tape measures)?
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Those don't have locks. Stanley makes a new one that does but I'm not sure how durable it is.

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