Lufkin Measuring Tape

Lufkin is a foundational name in the American hand tool industry, historically renowned for the invention of high-quality measuring instruments. Founded in the late 19th century in Cleveland, Ohio, the brand initially specialized in measuring rules for the logging industry before expanding into a diverse array of professional-grade measurement tools.

Over the decades, Lufkin underwent several ownership transitions, becoming a core brand under the Cooper Industries umbrella before the formation of the Apex Tool Group. While the brand carries a strong American heritage and maintains design and engineering standards in North America, modern production is globalized. Today, most Lufkin tape measures and measuring tools are manufactured in large-scale facilities in China and Mexico to serve international markets.

Now operating under the Crescent Lufkin brand name, it is a subsidiary of Apex Tool Group, a global joint venture. This corporate structure ensures the brand remains a leader in the hardware and construction industry, combining its historic legacy with modern manufacturing and distribution networks.