The irwin xp pocket tape has a high grade nylon coated steel blade with double side printing in metric and imperial graduations the nylon coating offers up to twice the life of a standard coated blade the blade itself can stand out to a very impressive 23 metres handy when working alone or taking long measurements the pro touch case has steel side panels for extra case protection and fast lock the locking mechanism helps to stop and grip the tape far quicker than other models suitable for all ki