Stanley Max 8m Tape Measure

The Stanley brand is a global icon in the hand tools industry, founded in 1843 by Frederick Stanley in New Britain, Connecticut, USA. Originally starting as a small shop making bolts and door hardware, it evolved into a world leader in measuring tools, levels, and utility knives. The Stanley Max tape measure shown here is a modern iteration of their core measuring technology.

Today, the brand is owned by Stanley Black & Decker, a multinational industrial giant formed by the 2010 merger of Stanley Works and Black & Decker. While the brand has deep American roots, its manufacturing is globalized. Stanley products are manufactured in multiple countries, including the USA (under the 'Made in the USA with global materials' initiative), France, China, and Thailand, depending on the specific model and regional market. In Europe, high-end measuring tapes are often produced at their facility in Besançon, France.