Our 8m/26ft Wide Blade Tape Measure has the longest reach and straightest standout in the industry. The 17 of reachallows you to take long measurements on your own and reach further on the jobsite. The blade design delivers the straightest standout*, reducing arc in the blade for efficient and accurate mesasuring. The tape measures are wear and impact-resistant with nylon bond blade protection and an additional anti-tear coating on the first 6 of the blade, reducing tape tear.