This man never ceases to amaze me with just how clever his test rigs are.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@peterpiper_203

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@MrMaxyield

3 жыл бұрын

Same... I was thinking how can you test tape measure's..? Now I know..!😂😂

@Cas_55

3 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't be surprised if companies watch his videos and start testing products with his methods.

@kirktitgen6395

3 жыл бұрын

Let me interrupt your wet dream. He is a shill for Milwaukee.

I`m going to get my kobalt tape measure from the garage, and tell it that its place is in the house from now on. It can sit on the couch.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

lol Thanks for sharing!

@mitchellavalos3

3 жыл бұрын

I love my kobalt

@rambojambone4586

3 жыл бұрын

Do pout it on the couch. It’ll fall in the crevices to be gone forever!

@jonathant211

3 жыл бұрын

Lol 😂

@Mournful3ch0

3 жыл бұрын

Before I knew anything about tools and started paying extra for premium tools at work, I bought a Kobalt 16' with the magnetic tip. I've had Starrets, Lufkins, and several FatMaxes and I still like the design of the Kobalt the best by far

This video was pure gold. I love how he just rips through the test without droning on. Thanks for the awesome test. So informative, and entertaining.

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

This guy has helped me with making the right tool choices many times and I love that he gets right to the point. Plus, his channel is just plain entertaining to watch!

@ProjectFarm

11 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Just about spat my coffee when you said "the Cooter brand"

@RustySh4ckleford

3 жыл бұрын

Nice coating on your cooter!

@booya6437

3 жыл бұрын

I came to the comments after hearing him say that 🤣🤣

@tylerbarrett5

3 жыл бұрын

i did not think he would pronounce it that way and i had to pause the video to clean up the ice water i spat onto my lap

@DD-DD-DD

3 жыл бұрын

it's a shame that the sand in the Cooter caused it problems 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@jimgrady7458

3 жыл бұрын

I was disappointed to hear that we're even getting that from China 😲

There is nobody on KZread that is as dedicated to their niche, as engaging with their community, and is as honest and fair and intelligent as Todd is. This is the undisputed greatest source of tool review anywhere on this planet. If I'm in the market for a new tool, I always check the channel and I use Todd's research to make my decision. Thank you for everything that you do, your research is invaluable.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@1wasinAlpha

3 жыл бұрын

One of the best channels on youtube if not the best

@brandondye6444

3 жыл бұрын

Took the words right out of my mouth!

@smokeybear2535

3 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm hey project farm you have to make a vidoe showing different type of window or windshield repair product the ones that fix those small cracks instead of going to a shop or sams where they repair it for you

@bikerrider4845

3 жыл бұрын

Just imagine if PF Todd teamed up with Scotty Kilmer & took on ChrisFix & NIA.

the sand in the ammo can test IS PURE FREAKING GENIUS!!!!

@ProjectFarm

11 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Stanley Fat Max 25’ is the most durable from an “in the field standpoint”. I have tried all of these and Stanley is the one I keep buying. The blade doesn’t bend when dropped and the available surface on the back for writing measurements is best in class

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

@zachmiller9175

7 ай бұрын

My boss recommends Stanley fat max as well, when I went to buy mine they were out of stock and the wide blade Milwaukee was on sale for 12 bucks though so that's what I run, I'm happy with it so far, it has a foot more stickout than his fat max lol

@HenryTheBoilermaker3rdYear

6 ай бұрын

I'm 2nd year apprentice and one of my colleagues told me the best measuring tape he's ever used was from Stanley. I didn't believe him and bought a milwaukee stud 8m instead. In less than a year the milwaukee stud does not retract back as well as it used to, I should have bought the Stanley instead though the milwaukee I bought is great for every use in my boilermaking apprenticeship but the tape retraction durability is a let down.

@stefanr.3495

3 ай бұрын

Okay... I'll mark measurements on the back of the tape from now on. Never crossed my mind, I'm not a professional. :)

@austen2382

Ай бұрын

They’re pieces of shit now

Can we just admire the commitment to his viewers? Tests what is asked for. Never a disappointment. No bias. No fluff. Just good, rock solid content!

@michaelpolaski4186

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed . Scotty Kilmer same way but with cars

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@jllrue

3 жыл бұрын

@@michaelpolaski4186 Scotty Kilmer is a joke and a sellout very bias, don't even compare!

@Argedis

3 жыл бұрын

@@jllrue Bias because he praises Toyota and bashes GM/FCA/Nissan? Everything he says is backed up with facts you can easily look up online. How many 20yr old cars from those brands do you see on the road compared to Toyotas?

@yourfacelookslikebut

3 жыл бұрын

@@jllrue agreed scotty kilmer is a sell out and crazy biased.

Before I buy anything, I check this channel to see if it's been tested. So far, have not been let down.

@TheSprinterVan

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with this guy a hundred percent

@rustbucket9318

2 жыл бұрын

I just subbed after finding this channel. I use lots of tools and I really like how he’s testing as fairly as possible. I with you, check here first before buying. If he doesn’t have a video for what I need, I’m going to suggest before for my next necessary purchase.

@zurioxsrl

2 жыл бұрын

I did the same with the car wipers...

@danmullikin124

2 жыл бұрын

It's kinda gratifying when you see stuff you already bought on here do well!

@mr.nobody68

18 күн бұрын

I'm still waiting for him to test gas station sushi

Dude I always love your review style. You always treat every test as fairly as you can and when certain brands don’t live up to your expectations you don’t make it a huge deal, you just say “It fell short, next one!”

Been watching your videos for some time now. Just got to say some of your test rigs and testing methods are nothing short of brilliant. The sand paper jig for the wear testing is fantastic and the ramp you set up to test the multi tool blades was superb. Keep up the great work.

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

A guy at work had the craftsman tape and was bragging about how tough it was, then he demonstrated it by throwing on the ground. It broke. I never laughed so hard in my life, i still get a chuckle

@snowgorilla9789

3 жыл бұрын

Had a sales lady jump up and down on a Samsonite Brief case to show me how tough it was. I said sold but I'll take the brown one instead, that was over fourty years ago and it still works great

@BeingMe23

3 жыл бұрын

It's all about insecure marketing manipulation. If you have to tell someone your are... Then your not!

@Ja2808R

3 жыл бұрын

That’s great!

@southaussiegarbo2054

3 жыл бұрын

@@snowgorilla9789 i saw a sales person do that and it broke 😂

@dsmerjosh5

3 жыл бұрын

Either way i'd buy it vs anything made in China period. Bare minimum if it's assembled in the U.S.A I'll buy it.

I read the title and was wondering, "How the heck do you test a tape measure?" I clicked and watched and your ingenuity for testing methods never fails to impress.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Just like previously mentioned, I’m amazed at the testing variables you come up with on all these. Then the time it takes to set up each test parameter for each component.

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Great review! I wish all reviews were this unbiased and detailed! Thank you for taking the time and helping us all make an informed decision based on our needs and usage.

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

I do appreciate the form: all business, no small talk and no silly extending the show with unnecessary word salad.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@stickshaker101

3 жыл бұрын

That's a hallmark of all his videos.

@1badsj

3 жыл бұрын

I agree. His editing is superb. Results without blather.

The amount of time and money this man spends on these tests for our benefit is nothing short of amazing. Thanks for what you do.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@Ed-uu9eo

2 жыл бұрын

He definitely makes that up and more in revenue though.

@matthewvelazquez2013

2 жыл бұрын

@@Ed-uu9eo only now. I remember when he was testing spark plug Spark amounts, and nobody knew about his channel back then. The man was really digging into his pockets.

@T0pgunsun

2 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm I do have one inconsistency, for the dirty retractor you held the tapes and for the clean they where on the block, in hand some could be slightly more angled, but love the videos, great testing man, awesome information

@PNW_Sportbike_Life

2 жыл бұрын

seriously! This is the type of channel real men watch.

Great video! Like several of your others, I'd love to see an updated version for 2023 with some of the more recent contenders. Thanks again! The speed, quality, and innovative comparisons are worthy of applaud (and fun to watch!).

@brandonhoffman4712

Ай бұрын

The best one has been out for years. The stanley fatmax autolock (not shown in this video) It wins best overall use for me and has best in class durability over my life in the field using these things daily.

@cohoonatube

Ай бұрын

@@brandonhoffman4712 Thanks for the recommendation!

@brandonhoffman4712

Ай бұрын

No problem, heres a smidge more info. I prefer their 16' tapes for hand feel. But they're only good for measuring 12ft or so to keep the tape in optimal condition. I backup my 16' tapes with a bosh blaze digital measuring tool. I got the $90 one because it is accurate to +/- 1/16" which in theory should be good for a rough cut. I have yet to make any cuts over 12' since adopting this method. The digital tool is also great for me to measure square footage easy, or start checking things for layout (im in flooring/masonry/carpentry) If i wanted one tape to rule them all, its the 35' but there is no auto lock for that tape. Its good for all use including layout of a house. Its a big tape though. My hands arent small and prefer something else. The 25' is a good all arounder. I do technically have one just in case i need the stretch (a milwaukee auto lock i tested recently). The 25 is good up to about 18-20ft pulls and stay in good condition. Basically as long as any lumber you might buy. The 3 best practices to keep your tape in good shape. 1. Never pull the full length 2. Try not to let it soak in water 3. Protect that blade from damage P.S. i always throw that extra wide tip that comes with the tool away with the packaging. The Stanley works great naked!

Great video, I realy like the fact that you go straight to the point at every steps. You put a lot of time into those test, and you still manage to do a "short" video wich is awesome. some youtuber are doing way less but way their video are longer and its very annoying. You won a new suscribers. thanks for these videos!

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for watching and subscribing!

As someone who prefers a quality product and will often buy multiple brands to try to figure out the better options, I must say You have one of if not the BEST channel for quality product testing. I thoroughly appreciate Your effort.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@BO-hh8mj

3 жыл бұрын

He has the best non biased videos on KZread. He's proven to me that dewalt is the best set of "budget" tools. It's nice to hear someone that doesn't bash tools for a slightly worse performance. He just gives us the straight up stats.

@owendodman3037

3 жыл бұрын

@@BO-hh8mj it's a great way to decide what tools to get if you don't know what you want in a tool ie new to a trade or never used that tool or its a consumable. But once you know what you want in a tool overall performance sometimes takes a back seat to usability and comfort

@owendodman3037

3 жыл бұрын

@@BO-hh8mj I've used an older Milwaukee, a new Milwaukee and a Lufkin overall I'd want an old Milwaukee but that's not an option so Lufkin wins

This is one of the only channels I will never ever complain about ads.

@FJB2020

3 жыл бұрын

Just get adblock for youtube.. or premium if you use your phone..

@cardiobroker

3 жыл бұрын

He totally deserves it. I don’t even skip unless it’s like 2m lol

@narlycharley

3 жыл бұрын

Literally the only channel I never skip ads for.

@fergusontea

3 жыл бұрын

What ads?

@poeticsilence047

3 жыл бұрын

@@fergusontea if your have you tube premium, like I do, we don't see ads. He does make money off of. KZread premium members too though.

I've been using the Stanley Fat Max for years, and agree it's a fantastic tape measure. Would buy it again. I'm surprised any tolerated the sandpaper test, didn't expect that!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

Great tests very unbiased. My go to was usually the Stabila BM series has held up for over 10 years now. DeWalt released the Tough Series tape and had to get it, its just perfection imo. Great video like always.

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Me seeing the title: "No one cares about this." Me after watching the video: "I want to buy a new tape measure."

@kameljoe21

3 жыл бұрын

I have used this channel for a lot of stuff I have bought. Its a good way to save a buck and have something last a lot longer.. Best channel for reviews as its an all around better type of reviews, right to the point and not sponsored

@jimp7015

3 жыл бұрын

same here

@luke46219

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I agree. I was thinking there are only a couple of things to worry about, but the abrasion test, the retraction test, and the drop test were things I didn't think about. I am not too rough on my tools but good to know which will hold up well particularly if you let someone borrow it.

@witchaponkitthaworn5998

3 жыл бұрын

Which brand then?

@AnkurSethi108

3 жыл бұрын

Big tape wins again

Project Farm - the only channel you thumbs up before even watching because you already know it’s going to be good.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@earthfriendly8868

3 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm Here's a comparison idea, vehicle headlight bulbs. HID, LED STANDARD, PROJECTOR, BLUE, WHITE, STANDARD...ect

@guahanbassoutlaw5081

3 жыл бұрын

Even if the content might be as random/unsuspecting as.....say Tapemeasures....🤔🤭

@PumpkinDog33

3 жыл бұрын

Project Farm should do a video on Project Farm videos to test which of his videos do the best with viewers... or do the best at reviewing an item. Very meta.

@QbaNH

2 жыл бұрын

True!

Knowing the true standout is super important when building collapsible radio antennas. Thanks for doing this review. I’m planning on making a collapsible 10 meter dipole antenna. Basically two pairs of two 8’ cuts of tape measure, facing each other, and heat shrinked together. The better the standout, the better they’ll do in the wind.

@ProjectFarm

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

I'm always blown away with the test jigs, all of that effort is very appreciated!

@ProjectFarm

4 ай бұрын

Thanks!

"We're gonna test that!" Every tool company CEO starts sweating bullets.

@conmanumber1

2 жыл бұрын

Schittin Bricks u mean?.

@timothykonewka5130

2 жыл бұрын

* Megadeth starts playing *

@julienturcot8112

2 жыл бұрын

And add to this his little laugh after saying that. hehe :)

@shonuff601dj

2 жыл бұрын

And they piss they pants a lil🤣🤣

@CavemanZerron

2 жыл бұрын

This dude and LPL would get along great

I'm a contractor, and Stanley FatMax is all I buy. They feel good in the hand, have good standout, and after many years, the tape holder on my tool belts has formed to the shape!

@Ja2808R

3 жыл бұрын

My favorite as well. At home and at work.

@nospam3409

3 жыл бұрын

I bought my last tool belt when I was still working as a general contractor back in the early 90s. Unfortunately, the fat max is too far to fit in it. Back then the Craftsman tapes were fantastic, but they went to crap in the mid 90s, about the same time that they stopped honoring their lifetime guarantee. I now use the pro grade, self locking Komolon because it's the best thing I can find that will still fit in my tool belt. I've worn out a few FatMAX tapes, and I would agree that they are better than the Komolon, but I really don't want to break in another tool belt...

@jimm1819

3 жыл бұрын

@@nospam3409 I often use the old style Stanley's. You can catch them on sale at Ace for $5.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

I love that the videos are just as long as they need to be, they are never stretched or shortened to fit a theme bravo sir

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that! Thanks!

this channel made me break my milwaukee loyalty, it's so nice to have someone providing unbiased info about the best thing's available! thank you, you do great work man!

@ProjectFarm

Ай бұрын

Thanks!

Thank you Project Farm. My dad passed away one year ago. He was a mechanic and craftsman and taught me many skills. He also left me lots of tools and materials. Unfortunately, I work behind a desk now and seldomly use those tools and skills. I like watching your videos because they remind me of my oldman 💔

@1pcfred

3 жыл бұрын

There's always weekends.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

You are most welcome! Thanks for sharing!

@jethrowomber

3 жыл бұрын

You can always invest in yourself. Take those skills build things that pay the bills and be your own boss I'd be glad to have those skills Im still learning so I can stop being a slave.

@texasplumr

3 жыл бұрын

I'm a plumber and have always worked hard and worked outside in the elements. I paid my son to work for me during the summers he was in high school and I'm happy to say, that plan worked. He went on to college and ended up in the insurance business. He's been an underwriter for years now and I couldn't be any more proud of him. I never wanted him to have to work as hard as I had to work, sometimes just to keep a roof over our head and food on the table. Although, he still does work hard, it's just a different type of hard work. And he's never had the money problems we had when we were raising him. I'm very grateful for that.

@_techana

3 жыл бұрын

@@texasplumr You have raised a good son, sir.

Man, your channel has had the most impact over my shopping choices. None of it is conjecture, just straight information

@ThePreacherProclaims

3 жыл бұрын

As it should be.

@dariuszbasiaga8140

3 жыл бұрын

You just came here to watch project farm videos and chew bubble gum and you are all out of bubble gum. (btw RIP Rowdy' Roddy Pipper)

@davidamoritz

3 жыл бұрын

That is why we love him, just pure scientific testing with the facts reported.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

This is one of my fav channels, love the work you put into testing. Its my go to when I'm buying something.

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

You never cease to amaze me! I thought to myself before watching this video, "how on earth is he going to decide this one"? Your ingenuity and attention to detail is fantastic! Loved it!

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

So weird but I want to see you test what paper plates are the best. Only you would put it through the proper tests

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

@pontus2798

3 жыл бұрын

Lol

@michaellinner7772

3 жыл бұрын

The ketchup overload test will be brutal.

@ilikewaffles3689

3 жыл бұрын

That's a no, btw

@antoniomontana6589

3 жыл бұрын

WTH! Paper plates are disposable!

Todd's engineering brain continuously amazes me! How he thinks up all these different tests and has no formal education on engineering makes him the newly added, "8th wonder of the world!" :0)

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@diverbob8

3 жыл бұрын

I can tell you that it is possible to do very well being mostly self educated. For example, many technical catalogs come with a chapter with the science involving their products. Case in point, you want to learn about electrical circuit protection, search for Buss SPD (Selecting Protective Devices). It's a pHD in electrical protection!

@FunkInMyTrunk

3 жыл бұрын

It depends on how your mind works, and how creative, being an engineer doesnt mean ur gonna come up with all sort of contraptions.

This was super helpful! I don’t know too much about tools or anything but this was SO INFORMATIVE! Thanks for taking the time to test these out! It helped a lot with my decisions

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

I always try to watch your videos before buying. Definitely the most comprehensive! Another great video. Thanks

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

“Kutir brand” caught me off guard, thought I heard something about a cooter.

@scott8919

3 жыл бұрын

Nothing is nicer than a 25 foot Kutir.

@XOIIOXOIIO

3 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed the wet Kutir

@Erik_Swiger

3 жыл бұрын

That's what I heard.

@rippen1982

3 жыл бұрын

That Kutir could really take a beating

@mak450

3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately the Kutir doesn't hold up well against friction. Be sure to keep your Kutir well lubricated.

When he said "survives a 50ft drop" I was hoping the next thing he would say was "we're going to test that!"

@animefreak5757

3 жыл бұрын

we've got a tape where i work that claims to withstand 100ft drops....if i drop something 100 ft, it's gone, and so am i :P.

@Cionaoith

3 жыл бұрын

@@animefreak5757 And so is anyone in the drop zone.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@henri6595

3 жыл бұрын

@@animefreak5757 I know a guy who dropped 50+ feet off a ladder. He landed on some bolts that broke his knee. Now he's a walking lighting rod and fears thunderstorms.

Really enjoying this channel - amazing content. Would LOVE to see a multitool test comparing flag ship models from Leatherman, Gerber, SOG, Victorinox etc. would be absolutely EPIC

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for the suggestion.

Thank you for your in-depth testing videos. Really helps the homeowner know what to look for when buying these tools.

@ProjectFarm

11 ай бұрын

You are welcome!

Oh yea buddy ive waited for years for this i use tapes all day everyday BEST CHANNEL ON KZread.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@WilliamDye-willdye

3 жыл бұрын

Does your experience match his findings?

@shadowstalker6762

3 жыл бұрын

@@WilliamDye-willdye almost exactly i use 2 craftsman tapes the one he tested for framing and a smaller model with a smaller hook for trim best bang for your buck in my humble opinion

@supabiscuit

3 жыл бұрын

I use craftsman with magnetic tip daily... Still not sure how it held up as im still watching

I'm an electrician and this video totally explains why I get so frustrated with my Milwaukee tape. Thank you so much for your efforts in making clear, fair, concise comparison videos sir.

@WizardofGOP

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that. I was disappointed in the results, as well. Glad I didn't shell out for one.

@28OFFROADER

3 жыл бұрын

It’s all about trial & error. Milwaukee has some of the best tools in the trade but the tape measure isn’t 1 of them.

@jonanderson5137

3 жыл бұрын

Hate to say it, Dewalt has a good one, its about $50

@Steven-gv1ke

3 жыл бұрын

I would go with Klein personally, then Kobalt next. I don't drop my tools very often and if I do it's only from a few feet max so the drop test was extreme for me.

@bradhaines3142

3 жыл бұрын

thankfully i got mine for 10$ for the 15 and 25ft, so theyre worth it to me lol

I enjoyed watching this test. I have been in the building trades for more than 40 years, and have bought hundreds of measuring tapes. I currently use the Crescent Lufkin Shockforce 35' tape, and I have found this to be the best tape I have ever used. It simply holds up better, and is very easy to read in low light environments. Both sides of the blade are numbered and that can really be a help sometimes. If you repeat this test in the future, I'm certain this would be the top contender. Thanks again for this video.👍

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Great feedback. Thank you!

@davidmc62

Жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm I do have a recommendation if you do another tape comparison test. Do a water test. One of the biggest problems I have with tapes, is they get wet and then they don't want to recoil. In recent years, I go back and forth between iron work to pipe fitting and both trades are very hard on tapes. In both trades they constantly get wet and sandy, so if there is something new out there, I would like to know about it. Until then I will stick with my Crescent Lufkin Shockforce 35' Tape because it truly last the longest, plus you can drop it 60' onto concrete and it doesn't shatter. Thanks again for doing what you do. Oh! Milwaukee makes the best cordless tools on earth.

@equsnarnd

7 ай бұрын

@@davidmc62 I like Makita. Both corded and cordless drills and angle grinders. And I am hankering after a Makita cordless 7 1/4" circular saw.

I needed this! THANKFULLY you mentioned and showed which ones had measurements on both the bottom and top of the tape. What I've learned on a garage project and now a house remodel is: 1. If the tape measure doesn't have the numbers on both the top and bottom, it's a non-starter. VERY often you are trying to measure something overhead and if you turn it over or on its side to read it, it loses all of it's standout and falls. Try measuring along the ceiling from a wall, or checking to see how to cut a piece of OSB or wallboard fit tight into a corner when the corner is a little off from top to bottom. Getting the bottom measurement is easy. It's the top one that is a problem. 2. Next is good standout so you can get to the corner from at least 8 usable feet away. Those two features have turned out to be the biggest factors for efficiency. If I had to replace the most expensive tape measure reviewed once a week, even for a DIYer, it would be cheaper than all of the time wasted and mistakes made trying to get a good measurement. From your review and can see that I lucked out in that Klein Tools maxes out both. Next is to find one in stock locally. Thanks!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

There exists no other KZread channel with comments as positive and thankful as this one. What a great idea you had.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@MrD3000

2 жыл бұрын

Jordan Peterson’s channel is also generally very positive and friendly.

@ElectricAlien577

2 жыл бұрын

@@MrD3000 If only Jordan Peterson wasn't a pretentious psuedo- intellectual.

@MrD3000

2 жыл бұрын

@@ElectricAlien577 how is he a pseudo-intellectual? His academic career is nothing short of impressive. Have you ever read any of his publications?

@multi-mason

2 жыл бұрын

That’s because Jordan Peterson’s left wing handlers delete pull strings to get everything critical deleted… lol, just kidding… or am I?

I trust your recommendations more than any other youtube channel

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@fredrikg934

3 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm Thank you!

@tonirielly1

3 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm you have to

@tonirielly1

3 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm you

@tonirielly1

3 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm you

Your videos really help a lot for choosing tools thanks

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Glad to hear!

You're gonna be one of my favs. Thanks guys. I wish this channel was around when I was framing in Alaska. Do you ever use temperature for testing?

As a plumber I would like to see a video on which knee pads are the best for crawl space work. I enjoy your hard work and dedication to these videos.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Great suggestion! Thank you.

@herculydia

3 жыл бұрын

9 out of 10 prostitutes prefer Pond Beaver 2020 knee pads. Durability and comfort rated highest.

@vaerxxx3231

2 жыл бұрын

i one hundred percent reccommmend knee defenders, i used to work on my knees in confined spaces for upwards of 12 hours and knee defenders are the only ones i will use

@shizanepimp1

2 жыл бұрын

@@herculydia yup. Its true

@sgirl1822

2 жыл бұрын

Attagurl knee pads are good

I just watched a 16 minute video on tape measures... and loved every second!!!

@ErikTheVikingMechanic

3 жыл бұрын

I loved every inch of it

Always the best comparisons. Subscribed!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for watching and subscribing.

Wife: Honey what are you doing out there? Him: Testing out a beat up cooter

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@NickBirdManeS

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@Chris-qf9qm

3 жыл бұрын

LOL

@computerfixer06

3 жыл бұрын

Not to mention the fat max!

@donoimdono2702

3 жыл бұрын

yah......I know it's immature, but I couldn't help laughing at "the sand and dirt caused a lot of problems with the cooter......".

After almost 30 years as a carpenter , I've tried everything and I keep going back to FatMax . Now as a pipefitter / welder I use the FatMax with the magnet . A quick edit , I hate fractions on my tape . It's easy enough to read without them .

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

@1pcfred

3 жыл бұрын

Believe it, or not, there are people that do not know how to read a tape measure. So having the fractions on at least part of the tape can be helpful for those individuals. It all may seem like second nature to you. But that is not always the case in the wider population. There's jobs where they test people to see if they can read a tape. Not all pass. Ignorance is curable with information though.

@thecloneguyz

3 жыл бұрын

How about the fact that fat Max is designed to never fall on the tip?

@philthyphil3324

3 жыл бұрын

Fatmax is the only tape I will buy, been using them as a full time carpenter for 20 years, I have tried everything else, they are all garbage compared to the fatmax

@MemorialRifleRange

3 жыл бұрын

@@1pcfred Tired of everything being reduced and pandering to lowest common (fool)= denominator. Let's stop making ignorance easier.

independent testing, I love this channel. recommended for professionals as tools like these are essential for our daily work.

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Thanks for the video and test. I blow through tape measures and have tried every brand that I can. I have had the best results with DeWalt and Kobalt. I really appreciate the thoroughness of your test!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

You perform the most relevant real-world tests I've ever seen anywhere. For instance: testing how long it takes to retract doesn't mean a lot, but then testing *after* beating them up is a fantastic way to determine how rugged they are, and how much damage they can survive over their life. Just smart, smart testing. Keep it up!

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@multi-mason

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve repurposed tape measures, to use their spring rewind for things other than measuring, and the rewind speed would have been useful to me then to know which was great suited to my application. It also functioned as a control, by which we can quantify how much the sand effected them. That’s more pertinent to me than the drop tests, because I’ve had far more tapes wear out fairly quickly, than I’ve had break from being dropped.

@talalzahid2241

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the appreciation guys :)

@jasonlewis5603

Жыл бұрын

i swear all you people are bots how in the fuck is putting your tape measure in an ammo can with a bunch of screws and dirt and then hooking that shit up to a machine to bounce it around for five minutes "real world" ffs get a life and a job MrEkshin

@MrEkshin

Жыл бұрын

@@jasonlewis5603 One of the things I do in my life is use tools. I try not to hurt them, but they still get beat to hell. I've never seen a review beat up tools until they break. This information is useful, so that I know which tools are tough and will last. Also, thank you for your advice about other things I should get. I'll look into that.

I've been carpenter for about 20 years now, for framing, nothing beats the Fatmax! Also, I've been known for putting my foot in my mouth! 😄

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Great choice!

@20alphabet

3 жыл бұрын

Was a project manager for the first Citicorp tower in Los Angeles. Walking the jobsite, the only tape measure you saw was a Stanley.

@everythingsucks6086

3 жыл бұрын

@@20alphabet yup, that's the only brand ill spend my money on! But, to each their own i guess.

@larrybettie7153

3 жыл бұрын

20alphabet i worked for electrician wiring new houses and i always noticed the carpenters always had Stanley tapes and Makita skillsaws so did i .

@freedomfirst5420

3 жыл бұрын

40 year carpenter here, been using Stanley tapes as well.

Hey big man, I really appreciate all the effort you put into this videos. That being said, is there anywhere you upload those charts? They look very useful and it is difficult to find them quickly in the video.

Such thorough testing! Very impressive!! 👍

@ProjectFarm

4 ай бұрын

Thank you!

I've been an electrician going on 28 yrs and I've literally had all those tape measures thru the years and NOTHING stands up to the stanley fatmax 👍🏼 Great review!!!!

@hibahprice6887

3 жыл бұрын

Judging by the quality of the products, I like milwaukee more, I don’t know about roulettes, but they have the best screwdriver bits)

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for sharing.

@jklaro101

2 жыл бұрын

Have you used milwaukee stud?

@ruffxm

Жыл бұрын

Electrician of long-ago and I agree. Stanley (before they added the name Fatmax) was always the tried-and-true tape measure.

my man's channel has really taken off. i remember coming here to look at seafoam reviews and 1.75mil subs later still putting out quality content.

@rexmuzyka

3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing. He'll be at two million before you know it. Always quality content.

@bbqguy777

3 жыл бұрын

LOL I loved the sea foam video when it came out.

@urielcantarero4965

3 жыл бұрын

@@bbqguy777 That's the one that got me started too.

@randymartin5521

3 жыл бұрын

Yep, the Seafoam got me started as well. Great channel.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I lreally enjoy your styles of videos, always interesting tests you do, thanks again for sharing!

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

Simply awesome reviews. Thanks so much for your perfect testing of tools.

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

This is peak Project Farm. Deserves some sort of lifetime achievement award.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the nice comment!

The most underrated reviewer on KZread!

@andrewkrieger1736

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@pedrofernandez8729

3 жыл бұрын

I don't know about underrated, most helpful? YES

@PhillyFixed

3 жыл бұрын

Highly-rated in my book! I want to be like Todd when I grow up!

Project Farm.... Thank you! For all of your content.

@ProjectFarm

5 ай бұрын

You are welcome!

This video Really Measured Up !

@androiduberalles

3 жыл бұрын

You could say it really measures up

@rhaynhillyard9772

3 жыл бұрын

Could you do rachet strap brands or bungy cords

@landondiebel7657

3 жыл бұрын

You should do a test of all the impact wrenches cordless

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@WarpedPerception

3 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm my 6 yr old watched the video and said "Daddy why does he keep saying "Made in China"...lol

Stanley Black & Decker really cleaned up in this round with three great entries: Stanley, Craftsman, and DeWalt.

@Nipplehook

3 жыл бұрын

I just bought a similar craftsman tape measure and yes, I was.

@ecoRfan

3 жыл бұрын

@@Nipplehook yes you were what?

@matt5364

3 жыл бұрын

I think Klein is related to sbd also somehow

@janvanderziel8548

3 жыл бұрын

I have a 30’ standley BD the edges were so sharp when I bought it that my fingers got cut a number of times. Finally dulled out but split (tore) for about a foot . But it’s has a great standout and I’m sill using it 2y later LOL

Perfect timing for the video in my feed. I need a new tape. Thanks for the video

@ProjectFarm

3 ай бұрын

You are welcome! Glad the timing was perfect for you.

This is a fantastic review! Thanks 👍

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

I'd love to see you test garden hoses and sprayers. Seems so hard to find anything that lasts even one season

@P_RO_

3 жыл бұрын

Swan hoses in their best grade last literally decades. Mine's 25, still no cracks in the sheathing. Can't help you with the sprayers.

@brucensuz

3 жыл бұрын

You can say that again, especially the expandable hoses. I've gone through four of them in the last four years. Their connections are pitiful. I would love to see him test those.

@alece9697

3 жыл бұрын

I'd second this motion especially the new expandable hoses

@benfbuilder

3 жыл бұрын

Try the flexzilla pro hoses, the ends are reusable and they don't kink. My oldest one is pushing 5 years already and still as hood as the day I got it.

@EarthshipFreedom

3 жыл бұрын

Eley garden hoses are awesome.

Instinctively I knew that getting sand in a cooter would cause problems.

@Whateva67

3 жыл бұрын

😆

@dustinroberts795

3 жыл бұрын

There was not enough gap in the Kutir either.

@squiddy7863

3 жыл бұрын

Somebody had to say it 😂

@minutemanmac

3 жыл бұрын

Waiting until this gets 69 likes

I need to know this mans background. hes so thorough and builds these amazing testing jigs that are really effective. what did you do before youtube? do you have previous experience in quality control of products?

Great tests - very sophisticated approaches time after time. Really like it, keep it like that and thanks ;-)

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

“The Ming Hao is made in China” Wow what a surprise lol

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@ilikewaffles3689

3 жыл бұрын

I was shook😳

@TheWoodFly

3 жыл бұрын

Not "Hencho in Honduras?" Amazing

@herculydia

3 жыл бұрын

I thot Ming Hao was Dutch

@williamevans6522

3 жыл бұрын

BETTER named Sumting Wong

*Me patting my beat up 5 year old Milwaukee* You're still the best to me buddy.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@raymondroberts1905

3 жыл бұрын

How did you manage to make a tape measure last 5 years?

@MaxDad7

3 жыл бұрын

@@raymondroberts1905 IDK honestly. It was used a half a year in construction, 2-1/2 as a Dish Tech, and a year at a trailer factory. The last year it gets the occasional use at home now that I have a desk job. The blade is some tough stuff. The lettering is a bit worn but still very readable.

@raymondroberts1905

3 жыл бұрын

@@MaxDad7 that explains it a bit, I've been a commercial electrician for the last 8 years, im lucky if they last me a year. Mine always break right after the hook coating secrion.

@MaxDad7

3 жыл бұрын

@@raymondroberts1905 I hear ya. Before I bought the Milwaukee, I bought a classic Stanley and the tape ripped in 2 days. The basic steel tapes just don't last.

Before I buy any tools I always check out this channel. Thank you for all your hard work.

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

I appreciate you testing the tape measures I use a Stanley fat max 35 foot most every day glad to see how it compared with the other ones

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

With how well Milwaukee tends to do in these tests, I was super disappointed in how poorly they held up after the simulated wear tests.

@deadasparagus

3 жыл бұрын

The results he had with the Milwaukee tape tend to match my experience I've had with them. What surprised me though was the particular Milwaukee tape he was testing didn't have the tab bend.

@xluke2416

3 жыл бұрын

I have the wide blade version of the Milwaukee and have been using it for 2 years now, the blade retraction can be just a little wonky but other than that I've had no wear problems

@papagirth

3 жыл бұрын

He should have used the Milwaukee 25ft STUD. They are much more durable. I have one and it's amazing. Regardless, there still could be better tape measures out there.

@TheStewpig

3 жыл бұрын

I have tried most Milwaukee tape measures for work and all of them turn to Crap. Their expensive one with the magnet on the end being the worst one, if the tape measure blade gets bent in any way then the magnet just twists the blade and collapses the blade making it so annoying.

@xluke2416

3 жыл бұрын

@@papagirth I agree,

This will be your highest viewed video. Everyone needs a good tape measure. Great video!!!

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

I’ve been beating the same fat max like a red headed step child for almost 4 years now, my first foreman had it for 2 years or so before he gave it to me so 6 total years on commercial construction sites. The only bad thing (which I’ve come to really like) is that it auto locks but only if you’re more than 2’ out. Other than that it still pulls and retracts like a dream, would recommend to anyone in any trade. Love your reviews as always, amazed that you somehow manage to improve on every single video despite already being so dialed in and comprehensive. You’re the hero that the tool nerds of KZread need for sure

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

You are THE go to guy for helping people make their decisions about what brand they should purchase.👍👍👍

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I know you generally test tools, but it would be awesome to see you test non-stick pans! Absolutely love every one of your videos. It's amazing how much effort you put in each one of them.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Thanks for the suggestion.

@metatechnologist

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed. I'd like to know how much of the non-stick coating rubs off and gets into food!

@ghotiemama

2 жыл бұрын

Please do this with the PFOA free pans too. I can see it being expensive as some pans run in the hundreds...

Don’t get sand in your cooter. Edit: that cooter really took a beating. This guy is a pro. Said cooter like 20 times and not one joke. 😂🤣

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@nymetsfan912

3 жыл бұрын

Haha every time I hear “cooter” my mind wanders

@444mopar

3 жыл бұрын

@@nymetsfan912 when I was a young kid watching the Dukes of Hazzard I thought cooter was just a southern name!

@GunnysWrenches

3 жыл бұрын

What’s even worse than sand in your cooter? Breaking the button on your cooter.... oh lawd

@benmartin6273

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad I'm not alone on hearing "cooler" no Davenport thou

Based on how i value these tests i think Klein did the best (i use fatmax) even though it slowed down with the wear test it was still a pretty good time. middle of the pack for clip strength seems ideal. I couldnt imagine how annoying it would be to pull 20 lbs to get my tape measure off my belt. drop test seemed fine as well. I think im going to pick one up.

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@pharfa_1396

4 ай бұрын

👍

Thank you for buying a few of each to helps up pick the right one for us.

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

I’ve used all different brands of tape measures over the years, and I always find that the good ole Stanley FatMax is the most reliable!

@saganworshipper6062

3 жыл бұрын

yup

@littlemannot

3 жыл бұрын

90% of the trades I have interacted with use it, unless you deal with concrete or sand, as even it can't stand up for more than a couple weeks in that environment

@TRauck1506

3 жыл бұрын

@@littlemannot I use the Komelon because they stand up well to bad environments and they are cheap. Dewalt, Milwaukee, and Stanley don't seem to last quite as long and they cost a lot more. I just wish the magnets were a bit better.

I often see the titles and think “how is he going to test this item?” Then I watch the video and am blown away with how clever the test rigs are and how truly objective they make the testing.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Great video full of useful information! Bought the Craftsman magnetic tape rule after watching this. Thanks!

@ProjectFarm

9 ай бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for sharing.

LOVE THIS SHOW ! SOME ONES GOT TO DO THE WORK . THANKS .

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

Never skip adverts on project Farm videos. You deserve the income on top of Patreon for such quality content.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

This man could make a video on just about anything and I'd be tickled pink to watch the outcome :)

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@wildeyedherman3102

3 жыл бұрын

Perhaps it’s love! Spring is in the air.... 🤣

This, like all your reviews, is solid gold.

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I know you didn't test it, but my favorite is a cheep Pittsburg tape from harbor freight. its lightweight, accurate, easily retractile, and it even has fractions on it for easy measuring. definitely not the most sturdy tape, as its quite small, but perfect for a woodworker

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

That's is. You did it. It's stuck in my head. All day long I'm gonna be saying "cooter brand!" 🤣🤣🤣

@john-smith.

3 жыл бұрын

I love cooters.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

lol

@2009dudeman

3 жыл бұрын

Remember, sand and dust in a cooter is no good!!

Okay this is unexpected but wow, it's freaking interesting.

@MadebyKourmoulis

3 жыл бұрын

Same as all his videos

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@TexasRaiser

3 жыл бұрын

I was surprised on how interesting this subject matter was.