Reliable and safe tools. For those who don't mind getting their hands dirty to raise the bar. The measure of a professional is the work they do every day, their legacy is every project well done, until they get a new challenge to face. Our legacy? Simple...it's on the belt and in the hand of every specialist since 1843.

Since 1843, STANLEY® tools have been on the belt and in the hands of experienced professionals. Synonymous with quality, reliability, innovation and value, STANLEY is the best known brand in tape measures around the world for accuracy and reliability.

We are proud of our reputation for excellence and are dedicated to continually testing, designing and improving our products to ensure maximum performance and set the quality standard for professional tools.

For over 175 years, our innovative products have helped build, repair and protect our world. Today, that legacy continues. Explore our history through the interactive timeline below.