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The DIYer in your life will appreciate the Komelon 12-Foot Inch/Metric Measuring Tape this holiday season. They probably already have a measuring tape. Or several, if they’re anything like me. Which is to say, forgetful. But this one is uniquely useful. Here’s why.
I’ve used this inch/metric measuring tape exactly once. But boy, was I glad I had it. It was while working on my old Volvo, a metric minefield for an American. Stopping to wash my greasy hands and Googling conversions on my phone wasn’t going to happen. I couldn’t ask Alexa, she’s in our kitchen. So I grabbed this inch/metric measuring tape off my garage workbench. Problem, and measurement conversion, quickly solved.
What do-it-yourselfer wouldn’t love that for the holidays?
The Komelon 12-Foot Inch/Metric Measuring Tape is $5 US with free shipping on Amazon Prime.
Keith Monaghan writes the One Useful Thing newsletter and is a researcher who works with creative teams on projects for companies like Nike, The CW Network and Upworthy. Just reply to this email to get in touch or follow him on Twitter @keithmonaghan
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