Had to buy a nice little tape measure for our latest DIY endeavor. I also carry it in my purse to have on hand (we've been to the hardware store a few times and it's handy to have a tape measure handy). The hook is secure (important for accurate measurements) and the lock works. OK. The only downside is that it doesn't come in pink. I would love one in pink. Also, I wish the clasp wasn't a key ring so I could hook it somewhere and easily unhook it. I may need to replace the key ring.