Retractable tape measure and securing same

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9778010
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14840893

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Various tape measures and devices for stabilizing and securing such tape measures during use are described. Some tape measures may include a tang that extends from a back side of the tape measure. The extended tang may secure the tape measure to the object being measured. The tang may further provide lateral stabilization. Some tape measures may include a horizontal reel that lowers the center of gravity and increases stability of the tape measure. Further tape measures may incorporate extendable stabilizers that increase an effective width of the tape measure and thus its lateral stability during use.

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  • SEARS BRANDS, L.L.C.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Mayer, Cody Lyle Chicago, US 26 40
Reese, Brian Todd St. Charles, US 35 54

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