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Jun 12, 2026 4:18 PM

25' Milwaukee Compact Tape Measure w/ Fractional Scale

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Home Depot has 25' Milwaukee Compact Tape Measure w/ Fractional Scale (42-22-1725) on sale for $11.97. Shipping is free, otherwise, select free store pickup where stock permits.

Thanks to community member SUCHaDEAL for sharing this deal

About this item:
  • Stiff Blade
  • Anti-Tear Coating Reinforces the First 6" of Blade
  • Fractional Scale
  • Finger Stop Protects from Blade Retraction
  • Impact Resistant Body
  • Smooth Retraction
  • 12' Reach, 9' Standout
  • Wire Form Belt Clip Reduces Pocket Tearing
  • Lanyard Loop
  • 1" Wide Blade

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Written by qwikwit | Staff
  • Our research indicates this offer is $7 lower (36.90% savings) than the next best price from a reputable merchant at the time of this post.
  • This offer matches a recent Frontpage Deal.
  • Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on over 300 Home Depot customer reviews.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Home Depot has 25' Milwaukee Compact Tape Measure w/ Fractional Scale (42-22-1725) on sale for $11.97. Shipping is free, otherwise, select free store pickup where stock permits.

Thanks to community member SUCHaDEAL for sharing this deal

About this item:
  • Stiff Blade
  • Anti-Tear Coating Reinforces the First 6" of Blade
  • Fractional Scale
  • Finger Stop Protects from Blade Retraction
  • Impact Resistant Body
  • Smooth Retraction
  • 12' Reach, 9' Standout
  • Wire Form Belt Clip Reduces Pocket Tearing
  • Lanyard Loop
  • 1" Wide Blade

Editor's Notes

Written by qwikwit | Staff
  • Our research indicates this offer is $7 lower (36.90% savings) than the next best price from a reputable merchant at the time of this post.
  • This offer matches a recent Frontpage Deal.
  • Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on over 300 Home Depot customer reviews.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Written by SUCHaDEAL

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This Milwaukee 25 foot compact tape measure stands out for its easy to read block font and fractional scale, making measurements clearer than many similar tapes. The smooth action, handy feel, and solid build get repeated praise, and the markings are especially useful for less experienced users. The main knocks are that it is not double sided and the compact label feels misleading because it is the same size and weight as other 25 foot tapes. A practical pick if readability matters more than true compactness.

  • Left-handed measuring setups, because the tape is not double-sided.

  • Carpenters who need numbered 1/8- and 1/16-inch marks, because the fractional lines are not labeled out.

  • Users who want a truly compact 25-foot tape, because this model is the same size and weight as other 25-foot tapes.

  • People who need a stiff tape and secure clip, because the tape can feel flimsy and the clip can be hard to reattach.

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Jun 15, 2026 3:47 PM
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Quote from TACO_Trader View quoted comment :
Fractional scale fix
Convert to the metric system
Because it's so much fun working with studs that are 40.64mm on center.
In America, buildings and building supplies are imperial. Your tape measure should match.
Jun 15, 2026 3:49 PM
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YellowShoesJun 15, 2026 3:49 PM
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how's the quality husky vs this one?
Jun 16, 2026 2:34 AM
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am4618Jun 16, 2026 2:34 AM
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Like these and easier to read than most.
Jun 16, 2026 2:56 AM
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jmabs509Jun 16, 2026 2:56 AM
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Quote from LordVader3425 View quoted comment :
For those who are unable to count the small lines and need the 1/8 1/16 to be numbered out...try the FastCap PSSR-25 or PSSR-16. https://www.fastcap.com/product/p...re?cat=325
I tried the fast cap for about 2 months full time. I don't like it. The clip is difficult to get it back on your person and the tape is so flimsy. Only thing I like is it has 1/8, 1/16 really easy to read. Dropped it probably 20 times and it's still surviving. If it had a stiffer tape and better clip I'd buy it again
Jun 16, 2026 3:21 AM
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LordVader3425Jun 16, 2026 3:21 AM
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Quote from jmabs509 View quoted comment :
I tried the fast cap for about 2 months full time. I don't like it. The clip is difficult to get it back on your person and the tape is so flimsy. Only thing I like is it has 1/8, 1/16 really easy to read. Dropped it probably 20 times and it's still surviving. If it had a stiffer tape and better clip I'd buy it again
I understand. I am only a weekend warrior. My 1 year usage is probably less than your 2 months usage LOL. Never really have to pull it out more than 10 - 12 feet so I didn't get to feel the flimsiness too much. But with these old eyes, I'll take the numbers LOL
Jun 16, 2026 2:19 PM
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PurpleMitten8073Jun 16, 2026 2:19 PM
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Good deal
Jun 16, 2026 5:00 PM
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LavenderCrow489Jun 16, 2026 5:00 PM
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One of the best durable tape measures i own
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Jun 18, 2026 12:53 AM
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bme43713Jun 18, 2026 12:53 AM
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Milwaukee tape measures suck and are insanely overpriced. I'll die on this hill, go with dewalts
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Jun 19, 2026 4:06 AM
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JohnB1997Jun 19, 2026 4:06 AM
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Quote from bme43713 View quoted comment :
Milwaukee tape measures suck and are insanely overpriced. I'll die on this hill, go with dewalts
Go with the fuel model.. much better
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