Assuming the T1 Tomahawk Digital Tape Measure reaches production, a pledge of US$189 will get you one – the planned retail price is $260. It's demonstrated in the following video.

Measurement history syncs with a smartphone app via Bluetooth. It is currently available for preorder. Pre-order Now: Reekon Tools T1 Tomahawk Digital Tape Measure Contact us at [email protected].

The tape measure doesn't seem like a jack-of-all-trades device, as its main function, measuring things, is in the name. It is among the tools that no DIY enthusiast should be without.

While it's not necessarily common knowledge, the metal tab itself measures 1/16", which can affect your measuring calculations. But how does it actually work, and how can you use it to your advantage?