Measuring Tool Reviews

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Johnson Contour Gauge In the remodeling world I often get called in to alter or build something new in an older home. In these situations the homeowner usually wants the new moldings and details to match the older moldings. Sometimes this is easy and other times it’s not. In almost every cas...

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Johnson EZ Read™ Measuring & Layout Tools

Johnson Level and Tool has always made quality tools using high-end materials and manufacturing processes. Now with their EZ Read™ line they are making use of the properties of contrast to make commonly used layout tools easier to read in the wide variety of lighting conditions we find ourselv...

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Johnson Level Measuring Tools

Note from Johnson Level: Johnson Level offers a variety of quality, durable and and reliable measuring tools.  The following review explains how Johnson Level's measuring tools are a great value and deliver the same, or better, results than the more expensive brands.  This review covers ...

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  • Laser Distance Measure Tools ReviewsBack To Top

    Johnson Laser Distance Measure 40-6004 Review – Beam One Up, Scotty

    Sometimes it’s hard to get excited about a tool when it’s, say, a hammer. Don’t get me wrong, hammers are great – but you don’t exactly walk around showing it off. (Or maybe you do. There are a lot of, uh, interesting people out there.) But when a tool points lasers and...

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    Johnson Level 40-6005 230Œ Laser Distance Measure Review

      Pros: Highly Accurate Compact Size Intuitive button layout and function Super fast distance calculations Backlit screen Cons: Longer readings tricky Tape measures are great, but for anyone who’s done layout work orestimated for a significant construction...

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    40-6001 Laser Distance Measure

    Note from Johnson Level: The 40-6001 Distance Measuring Tool is a great seller for Johnson because it is simple, versatile and reliable.  This tool is extremely simple to use and it saves time by cutting out measuring tools that require two people to measure longer distances.  This measur...

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    40-6001 Laser Distance Measure

    Note from Johnson Level: The following review on the 40-6001 Distance Measuring Tool explains how accurate, simple and useful this tool is when performing measurements in which a tape just won't do.  The 40-6001 saves time and money by eliminating the chance of not measuring materials correct...

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    40-6001 Laser Distance Measure

    Note from Johnson Level: The 40-6001 Distance Measuring Tool is loaded with useful features for easy measuring and some of these features are explained in the following review.  The review explains that the 40-6001 contains the patented sound activation feature, which allows for easy measuring...

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    40-6001 Laser Distance Measure

    Note from Johnson Level: The 40-6001 165' Laser Distance Measure is a great tool and can save the user time and money by allowing measurements to be taken quickly and accurately, especially in tight spaces or awkward positions.  The following review was done by Todd Fratzel at ToolBoxBuzz.com;...

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    40-6001 Laser Distance Measure

    Note from Johnson Level: This 165' Laser Distance Measure helps the user make measurements quickly and easily, even in awkward positions.  The following review descirbes how Ethan from OneProjectCloser.com used Johnson Level's Laser Distance Measure and how it helped him to be more efficient.&...

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    40-6001 Laser Distance Measure

    Note from Johnson Level: Rob Robillard at AConcordCarpenter.com descibes the 40-6001 Laser Distance Measure as "idiot proof" and easy-to-use.  He describes how this laser distance measure saves time and allows the user to work by themself and not have to have a partner hold to dummy end of a t...

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    40-6005 Laser Distance Measure

    This laser level is surprisingly compact for the range of functions and 230' range! My tape measures in the background are now just that, background. Note from Johnson Level: Our 40-6005 Laser Distance Measure is loaded with features and is easy to use on the jobsite.&nbs...

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  • Power Tape Measures ReviewsBack To Top

    1804-0025 Power Tape Measure with Auto-Lock

    Product Review:   Watch out Sears Craftsman, Stanley, Lufkin and Komelon, Johnson Level & Tool is on the rise with its new line of power tape measures and long tapes. This company may not have been around as long as the tape measure, but it surely is on the rise when it comes to new techno...

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    Johnson Level Tape Measure Line

    Product Review: Johnson Takes On The Tape Measure The search for the perfect tape measure is no small task. I have yet to find one that I am 100% happy with and have been on a never ending search ever since I started working in construction. For the longest time it seems as though manufacturers ...

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    1806-0025 Tape Measure

    Product Review: Since this tape measure is just slightly larger than the rest of its predecessors, it remains to be that it is going to be slightly heavier than the other models. This particular model 1806 only weighs 15 ounces and has a large easy to use black locking button. The blade is 1-1/16" ...

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    1806-0025 Tape Measure

    Product Review: Johnson's Magnetic 25' Tape Measure Tough, accurate and it stays where you put it! Posted - 12-17-2010 Too many of us believe that all tape measures as made alike. While they often look very similar there are many subtleties that can have a real impact on performance in the home ...

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    1805-0025 Job Site Power Tape Measure

    Note from Johnson Level:  Johnson Level power tapes are designed to fit the needs of the customer with the quality and durability you would expect.  Chris Rodenius explains in his review the features of this particular power tape that appeal to him and why after all the power tapes he has...

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    1812-0025 Stud Squared & 1819-0025 PlanReader Power Tapes

    Note from Johnson Level:  This review by Tom Hintz at NewWoodworker.com explains many of the benefits of these two power tapes.  Both the Stud Squared and the PlanReader are very versatile and were designed to save the user time and money.  For this reivew in it's original form click ...

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    1812-0025 Stud Squared Power Tape

    The Stud Squared power tape is a tape measure/square/layout tool.  THis tool was designed to save the user time and become more efficient while on the job.  This review on coptool.com explains some of the benefits of this tool.  To view this review click here.

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    1819-0025 PlanReader Power Tape

    The PlanReader Power Tape is a great tool for reading plans and blueprints fast and easily.  This durable power tape has many features and benefits as described in the review done by ProToolReviews.com.  For this review and to learn more about the PlanReader Power Tape click here...

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  • Squares and Rulers ReviewsBack To Top

    Johnson Johnny Square ¨C 7¡å Aluminum Rafter Square RAS-1 ¨C Review

    Want a quality USA built rafting square? Look no further, Johnson Level has released the RAS-1 Johnny Square. The square has a few features that make it stand out from other squares. It has a scribe marks so your pencil stays locked and you get a consistent straight line. There is a beer bottle open...

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    Johnson 7" Johnny Square® Professional Aluminum Rafter Square

    Woodworkers may never cut a rafter but the favored carpenter tool for that job has many uses in the woodworking shop as well. In fact, I don’t think I have ever been in a woodworking shop that did not have at least two of these carpenter-style squares. The new Johnson 7" Johnny Square® (Mo...

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    Johnson Level Johnny Square 1941-0700 – Tool Review

    Johnson Level Johnny Square 1941-0700 I’ve had a small square very similar to this one hanging on my pegboard for a long time now. As soon as this one arrived, the other got tossed in the garbage. OK, in all honesty, I gave it away, but throwing it out sounds more dramatic and I wanted to mak...

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    Johnson Rafter Angle Square

    I recently learned that what I’ve always called a Johnson Speed Square is officially called a Johnson 7 Inch Johnny Square. The Johnny Square was named after Johnny Wong a builder and carpenter who helped test and develop the square in the field. As long as I can remember I’ve always ow...

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    ADS48 The Original Aluminum Adjust-A-Square T-Squares Series

    Product Review:  Adjust-A-Square Big layouts made easy I bought my Adjust-A-Square (Johnson Level & Tool, Mequon, WI) over 10 years ago for laying out lettering and graphics on large signs. The adjustable 48-inch blade was great for those jobs. Making signs are a thing of my past but t...

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  • Try Squares and T-Bevels ReviewsBack To Top

    Johnson Level Debuts Bamboo T-Bevels And Try-Squares

    A couple of years ago Johnson Level first introduced their bamboo levels. Bamboo is advantageous to use for a number of reasons including strength and sustainability, so is it any wonder that they have decided to introduce a line of T-Bevels and Try-Squares that use the fast growing grass? There ar...

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