TAJIMA Chalk Line - Chalk-Rite II Chalk Box with Extra Bold 1mm Snap Line & Five Gear Quick Retrieval - CR201R-PR

We're off to a good start. Can't speak to long-term durability yet but various annoyances with the usual chalk lines have already been bypassed. * It's not clearly mentioned in the marketing materials and many folks won't read the fine print, so be aware that you don't want to use extreme tension with this line, or it could break. That said, it's designed to not need as much tension and yet produce a quality line. - Form factor is easier to have on me. The shape (and hook-stay and handle and so on) works into my rig better than other small boxes, and unlike those, the braided line seems so far good enough to cover for the giant irwin industrial chalk-rope that I sometimes had to fall back on (which doesn't really fit at all). - Winding and unwinding so far going well. The little scroll lock does seem to work, but it doesn't have a lot of surface area or a satisfying click to convince me it's really going to hold when tested repeatedly and with vigor. The gear drive does make a noticeable difference on the job, and feels pretty solid. - Filling it is FAR easier than any other chalk box I've dealt with. Just FYI, fill it only to the bottom of the pin (you'll see when you open it), and don't pack the chalk (might be obvious to more experienced folks but worth noting). Some might be concerned about capacity but aside from thinking it's plenty for most jobs, I also think ease of refilling would make up for the difference (if any - depends on what you're using currently). - I shouldn't need to for a long time, but I checked out the process for repair and replacement of the line and it's straight-forward (pun entirely intended). - Works with Tajima micro-chalk (purchased separately). Came with a sample of their snap dye which I have not used yet (concerned it's too permanent for my circumstances, but nice to know it's an option). Will work with standard chalk brands, but supposedly not as well. I have no idea how much of that is marketing nonsense versus real factors like grain and density. If/when I find out I'll update this. The first day I used it, I ended up with several other folks standing around admiring the beauty of the chalk line. Of course, that could have just been because they didn't want to go back to work, but I'm choosing to believe my Tajima has magic powers. Using it again tomorrow, so we'll see if writing this review causes the whole thing to fall apart. When it arrived the packaging (of the product itself, not the shipping box) was in terrible shape and appeared to have been ripped apart and put back together again (barely). That concerned me (I bought a NEW item), but since I couldn't find any visible problem with the device itself and wanted to go ahead and use it, I decided to ignore that. Hopefully it's a one-time anomaly having nothing to do with the product.

I'm not sure who Tajima is, but I think they are a Japanese company. I can tell you that they make excellent tools. This chalk box is the best one I have used in the 45 years I've been in the business. It's durable, fast to rewind, and easy to refill. Just make sure you pay attention to the line thickness. They make a thin line and a thick line. The thin is great for fine lines in the shop, but it breaks too easy when pulling a deck line of 50'. I just bought 2 more boxes. One blue and one red for that color chalk. I use Irwins chalk and have not had any problems. The thick line works best for rough framing. I'm in Pueblo Colorado and it is always windy here. This line works great in wind. You don't need to pull it up 2 feet, just a couple of inches and it snaps a perfect straight line. It is expensive but will out last any other box 3 to 1.

The TAJIMA Chalk-Rite II is fantastic! The extra-bold 1mm snap line creates crisp, highly visible marks, while the five-gear quick retrieval ensures smooth, tangle-free rewinding. Durable construction and ergonomic design make it comfortable to use. Perfect for professionals who need precision and reliability. Highly recommend this chalk box—it’s worth every penny!

I was using cheap Irwin snap lines for 7 years now, and finally got tired of them. With this Tajima I was amazed as soon as I opened the case. You can feel the quality in your hand. Aluminum case will hold up worlds better than plastic. When not using, the fill cap has a nice "latch" that the end hooks onto securely when not using and WILL NOT come off. I can't tell you how many times my Irwin would get pinched under a tool in my toolbag, and when I went to grab it 10' of line would be unwound and chalk on some of my tools. It winds up smoothly and has a line lock so if your arms can span it, you can snap it with your free hand. The fill cap is just a 1/4 turn, and has a nice rubber o-ring to help keep out moisture. The line is a thin braided line and produces a great line every time. No more lines that are 1/8" thick with excess chalk everywhere. I've never thought a chalk line was much of a tool until this Tajima showed me that they actually have "features". Make sure you buy extra Tajima chalk right away, as the bottle that comes with is only 1.4oz. However the small bottle comes in handy as it is much easier to carry around.

The bold 1mm snap line makes marking straight edges a breeze, and the quick retrieval feature is a game changer. It’s durable and easy to use, making my projects more efficient.

Bought at the request of my husband. He says that it’s great quality and that all the guys at his job want one of their own lol

It’s a solid line. Does a great.

Good

Es resistente y se ve muy bien el trazado de la linea

Bit expensive compared to run of the mill chalk lines but really good quality line time will tell

Parfait pour moi...

Très bon produit, conforme à la description. Livraison rapide et bonne qualité. Je recommande.

Si te gusta tener herramienta de buena calidad este es para ti. Excelente tira líneas. Buen grosor de línea, calidad, no se ahora, no se crean piedras. Lo recomiendo 110%.