TAJIMA (TJM Design) tools from Japan: locking tape measures (Rock, G-Lock, G3 Gold, G3 Stainless, Sef magnetic-hook models, including a Japanese shaku-scale version), Sef laser distance meters, G-Saw folding pull saws, Perfect Ink Pot sumitsubo line markers, Scrape-Rite scrapers and LED headlamps. Shipped free from Japan to the US and most countries; US import duties included.
TAJIMA guide: models and how to choose
Not sure which one you need? Our TAJIMA tools guide explains every model below, and what a Japanese-market tape (metric only, 455 mm marks) means for you.
Tape measures: compare by length, width and hook
| Model | Series | Length | Width | Hook / notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L13-20BL | Rock-13 | 2.0 m | 13 mm | Standard hook, pocket size |
| L16-35BL | Rock-16 | 3.5 m | 16 mm | Standard hook |
| L16-55BL | Rock-16 | 5.5 m | 16 mm | Standard hook |
| L19-35BL | Rock-19 | 3.5 m | 19 mm | Standard hook |
| L19-55BL | Rock-19 | 5.5 m | 19 mm | Standard hook |
| G3GL19-55BL | G3 Gold Lock 19 | 5.5 m | 19 mm | Armored case, hook guard bumper |
| G3GL25-55BL | G3 Gold Lock 25 | 5.5 m | 25 mm | Armored case, hook guard bumper |
| G3GL25-75BL | G3 Gold Lock 25 | 7.5 m | 25 mm | Armored case, hook guard bumper |
| G3SL2555BL | G3 Stainless Lock 25 | 5.5 m | 25 mm | Rust-resistant stainless tape and spring |
| G3GLM25-55BL | G3 Gold Lock Mag Claw 25 | 5.5 m | 25 mm | Magnetic hook |
| GAGL2550 | GOATU G-Lock 25 | 5.0 m | 25 mm | Thick rigid tape |
| GASFGL2550 | GOATU Sef G-Lock 25 | 5.0 m | 25 mm | Thick rigid tape, drop-prevention holder |
| GASFG3GLM25-50BL | GOATU Sef G3 Gold Lock Mag Claw 25 | 5.0 m | 25 mm | Thick rigid tape, magnetic hook, drop-prevention holder |
| SFGLM25-55BL | Sef G-Lock Mag Claw 25 | 5.5 m | 25 mm | Magnetic hook, drop-prevention holder |
| SFG3GLM25-55BL | Sef G3 Gold Lock Mag Claw 25 | 5.5 m | 25 mm | Magnetic hook, drop-prevention holder |
| SFG3GLM25-55SBL | Sef G3 Gold Lock Mag Claw 25 | 5.5 m | 25 mm | Magnetic hook, Japanese shaku-equivalent scale |
Quick guide: 13–16 mm tapes are lighter for pocket carry; 25 mm tapes extend farther before bending. Choose a magnetic hook for steel framing and sheet steel, the stainless model for wet or outdoor work, and a Sef model if you want the clip-on drop-prevention holder.
Laser distance meters
- Sef Laser Distance Meter G03 (TSFLK-G03BK): 0.1–30 m, ±2.0 mm
- Sef Laser Distance Meter G05 (TSFLK-G05BK): 0.1–50 m, ±2.0 mm, movable end piece
LED headlamps: compare by brightness and power
| Model | Brightness | Power | Run time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LE-M501D | 500 lm (50 / 250 / 500 lm modes) | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Wide-angle beam, magnet on the back |
| LE-F501D | 500 lm | Separate battery box | Not confirmed | Wide-angle beam |
| LE-E421D-SP | 420 lm (50 / 200 / 420 lm modes) | Rechargeable lithium-ion (included) or 4 AA | 21 h / 13 h / 9 h | IPX4, 118 g |
| LE-E501D-SP | 500 lm | Rechargeable lithium-ion (included) or AA | Not confirmed | IPX4, 118 g |
Saws, line markers and scrapers
- Folding pull saws: G-Saw 210 (GK-G210) · G-Saw 240 (GK-G240)
- Ink line markers (sumitsubo): EVO-S, 15 m (PS-EVO-S) · EVO-S Black (PS-EVO-SBK) · EVO-M, 20 m (PS-EVO-M) · EVO-M Black (PS-EVO-MBK)
- Scrapers: Scrape-Rite L 200 mm (SCR-L200) · Scrape-Rite L 300 mm (SCR-L300)
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