Wider blade providing a 9’ (2.7m) standout. Nylon coated blade provides 6X abrasion resistance PC-ABS plastic case and heavy overmolding. Positive lock holds blade firmly in place Black anodized steel belt clip. Starrett long and short measuring tapes and Measure Stix™ are offered in a wide range of styles and sizes. Graduations are available in English and Metric to meet virtually every requirement for accurate tape measurement. Introducing the new series of Starrett, Starrett Exact® and Starrett Exact® Plus.