Engraved Silver Measuring Tape*
This 3 feet silver tape measure makes a great gift for the handyman in your life.
Featured in Romantic Homes magazine, the Engraved Silver Measuring Tape shows someone that they really measure up. These functional and sleek miniature measuring tapes are silver plated and measure up to 3 feet in length, small enough to disappear into a pocket, a purse or a desk drawer and polished enough to read as a gift rather than a tool. Add a special message or personalization and it stops being hardware and starts being something they keep.
The engraving is done in-house by HansonEllis, which has been personalizing gifts since 1999. Two short lines are cut into the silver plating, so a name, a date or a line like "Measure Up" sits right there in the palm of their hand every time they pull the tape out.
These unique measuring tapes are great gifts to give the members of your wedding party. Let them know that you truly appreciate all the lengths that they went to in order to help you pull off your special day. Give the guys their very own measuring tape at the rehearsal dinner, along with our 2-in-1 Polished Stainless Steel Smart Money Clip; each of these items serves a specific purpose in a polished and refined way. Look through our Money Clips and Card Holders pages to find this and other great gift ideas.
Do you know someone who is always moving things around? Perhaps it is a friend, a spouse or a coworker. Now they can keep their very own Engraved Silver Measuring Tape close at hand to measure things on a whim. The next time they want to rearrange the furniture, they will reach for their special measuring tape and be reminded of your thoughtfulness. If you really want to challenge them, add one of our Personalized Silver Hourglasses and see whether they can finish the job in under a minute.
Show the executive in your life that they are the true measure of success with one of our Engraved Silver Measuring Tapes. Surprise them with a personalized measuring tape for on the go, and pair it with one of our Personalized Airplane Rulers and Paperweights for the desk, so they always know how much you value their hard work. These and other unique gift ideas can be found on our Office and Desk Accessories pages.
Add your engraving text above and choose your quantity.
Includes 2 lines of personalization.
(Max. 10 characters per line)
Engraved Silver Measuring Tape at a glance
The Engraved Silver Measuring Tape is a silver plated miniature tape measure that extends up to 3 feet, featured in Romantic Homes magazine and engraved in-house by HansonEllis. It takes 2 lines of personalization with a maximum of 10 characters per line, so a name, a date or a short line fits neatly on the case. It suits groomsmen and wedding party thank yous, executives, new homeowners and anyone who is always moving furniture around.
Best for: couples thanking groomsmen and attendants, and anyone buying for an executive, a new homeowner or a habitual furniture-rearranger who will use a silver plated pocket tape.
Who the Engraved Silver Measuring Tape is for
- Groomsmen and the wedding party handed out at the rehearsal dinner, engraved with each man's name and the wedding date.
- Bridesmaids and attendants a thank you for everyone who went to real lengths to pull the day off.
- Father's Day "Dad's Tape" on one line and the year he taught you to measure twice on the other.
- Corporate and client gifts a desk-sized thank you engraved with a name or a milestone for the executive who is the true measure of success.
- Retirement a name and the years of service on a keepsake that still earns its place in a drawer.
- Housewarming for the friends with a new place and a long list of things to hang, move and measure.
- Anniversaries both names and the year, for the spouse who is forever rearranging the living room.
- Best friend an inside joke in 10 characters for the friend who helps you move every single time.
- Graduation a first-apartment gift engraved with the year, useful from the day the keys turn up.
- Christmas a small, genuinely useful stocking gift with their name on it instead of a gift card.
Engraved Silver Measuring Tape size and materials
| Size | Miniature measuring tape; the tape extends up to 3 feet in length |
|---|---|
| Material | Silver plated |
| What is included | One engraved silver measuring tape |
| Personalization | Engraved in-house; includes 2 lines of personalization, maximum 10 characters per line |
| Turnaround | Standard 5–10 business days, rush 3–5, expedite 1–3, plus 2–5 days US shipping |
| Personalized by | HansonEllis, in-house, in business since 1999 |
Care and use
- Silver plated, so treat the case as you would other plated keepsakes.
- The tape extends up to 3 feet; it is a miniature measuring tape rather than a heavy-duty one.
How the Engraved Silver Measuring Tape is personalized
- Type your two lines of engraving text into the personalization field on this page, keeping each line to 10 characters or fewer.
- Set your quantity, whether that is one for a spouse or one for every groomsman.
- HansonEllis engraves each measuring tape in-house and ships it insured by UPS, FedEx or USPS with tracking emailed to you.
Engraving ideas for your measuring tape
- A first name on line one and a role such as "Best Man" on line two.
- "Measure Up" with the wedding date underneath for the whole wedding party.
- A last name and the year a company milestone or retirement landed.
- "Dad's Tape" with the year he started teaching you to measure twice.
- A short in-joke for the friend who always turns up on moving day.
Quote ideas for your Engraved Silver Measuring Tape
- Measure Up / 6.12.2027
- Best Man / Jared
- Groomsman / Alex T.
- Thank You / Dad
- Dad's Tape / Est. 1994
- Mr. Fix It / Grandpa
- Team Lead / 10 Years
- Home Sweet / Home 2026
- To The Max / Love, Kate
- Nailed It / Class 2027
Which one should I choose
Shoppers buying for the wedding party or the office usually weigh this against the other small engraved pieces mentioned on this page.
| Engraved Silver Measuring Tape | Choose it when you want a gift that gets used on a whim and carries two short engraved lines: names, roles or a date. |
|---|---|
| 2-in-1 Polished Stainless Steel Smart Money Clip | Choose it when the gift should live in a pocket every day rather than in a drawer; the two work well handed out together at the rehearsal dinner. |
| Personalized Airplane Ruler and Paperweight | Choose it when the gift belongs on a desk and should be seen, rather than carried. |
| Personalized Silver Hourglass | Choose it when you want a decorative desk keepsake instead of a working tool. |
For a wedding party thank you that is small, silver and genuinely useful, the Engraved Silver Measuring Tape is the pick; add the money clip when you want the pair.
Ordering the Engraved Silver Measuring Tape for weddings and events
Ordering the Engraved Silver Measuring Tape for a wedding party, a retirement or a company event is simple. There is no minimum, so order exactly the number you need, from one to a full wedding party. If each tape should carry a different name, order the full quantity and email your list of lines to [email protected] after ordering so it can be matched to your order; remember each line is limited to 10 characters. Company logos are handled as a custom order: send a vector file (.eps, .ai, .cdr, .pdf or .svg) or a high-resolution image to [email protected], where a logo setup fee applies and not every logo can be engraved. Standard production is 5–10 business days, rush 3–5 and expedite 1–3, plus 2–5 days US shipping; for a wedding, order 3–6 months ahead. For bulk pricing, please contact [email protected].
Questions shoppers ask about the Engraved Silver Measuring Tape
How long is the tape on the Engraved Silver Measuring Tape?
It measures up to 3 feet in length. The case itself is a miniature, pocket-sized measuring tape rather than a full contractor's tape.
How many characters can I engrave on it?
It includes 2 lines of personalization with a maximum of 10 characters per line, so plan for short lines such as a first name, a role or a date.
How is the measuring tape personalized?
It is engraved in-house by HansonEllis. Enter your text in the personalization field on this page and it is cut into the silver plated case.
What is it made of?
The measuring tape is silver plated, which is what gives it the sleek, polished look described on this page.
Can each measuring tape in my order have a different name?
Yes. Order the quantity you need, then email your list of names and lines to [email protected] after ordering so it can be matched to your order.
Can I have a company logo engraved instead of text?
Logos are handled as a custom order. Email a vector file (.eps, .ai, .cdr, .pdf or .svg) or a high-resolution image to [email protected]; a logo setup fee applies and not every logo can be engraved, particularly at this size.
Can I see a proof before it is engraved?
Yes. Proofs are optional and available on request for a $35-55 service fee per proof, and a proof adds extra days to production. Changes after a proof has been sent carry a $40 minimum updating fee, so check your two lines carefully before ordering.
Is there a minimum order for engraved measuring tapes?
No. Order one for a single gift or one for every groomsman. For bulk pricing, please contact [email protected].
How long will my order take?
Standard production is 5 to 10 business days, then 2 to 5 days US shipping. Rush (3 to 5 days) and expedite (1 to 3 days) production are available, and for a wedding it is best to order 3 to 6 months ahead.
Do you ship engraved measuring tapes internationally?
International shipping is by request. The shopping cart calculates US shipping only and international orders cannot be rushed, so email [email protected] for a quote.
Can I return an engraved measuring tape?
Personalized items are made to order and are final sale unless defective. Non-personalized items can be returned within 14 days.
Is this a good groomsman gift?
It is one of the most popular uses for it. Hand them out at the rehearsal dinner engraved with each man's name, and pair them with the 2-in-1 Polished Stainless Steel Smart Money Clip for a matched set.
Updated September 2026 by the HansonEllis personalization team.
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