equipment$15–30used in 1 side quest
Measuring tape (50 ft)
A long, retractable measuring tape for documenting building dimensions and spacing that matters in architectural history. Reaches across streets and up facades where shorter tapes can't.
What to look for
- 150–100 foot length (for building facades and lot widths)
- 2Durable case and rewind mechanism
- 3Clear, easy-to-read markings in feet and inches
- 4Steel or fiberglass blade that stays straight when extended
Skip
- Cloth tape measures that stretch and sag over distance
- Cheap mechanisms that jam or break after a few uses
Used for: measuring window spacing on historic buildings · documenting street widths and setbacks · recording door heights and architectural details · creating research-grade measurements for archives
Side quests that use it
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