In article , Paul Mc
Cann wrote:
Do what I did years ago. Switch to metric only tapes, they can
be read from either side. Some have the dimension number printed
across the tape. Very useful

Or if you are of a more traditional disposition get someone
visiting the USA to bring you back an imperial only tape - as I
did for a friend some years back: I think I've previously
recounted the tale of him being pulled for shoplifting said tape
in Wickes, and the embarrassment of store detective when asked to
examine the markings.

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