Countries that use the Metric System and try to convert their stuff to Standard measurements run into problems with the residual discrepancies in the conversion.
Now I have to check all my measuring tapes.
Source: For Reference Only
(H/T: Bayou Renaissance Man)
P.S. From the comments at Bayou Renaissance Man:
We talk and worry about all kinds of technological hijinks – but something as simple as mis-marking measuring tapes could cost another country millions in lost productivity. Partnering with competitors or enemies for ANYTHING is more than a questionable strategy. Lessons learned in the schoolyard still apply.
I have a 25-foot tape measure and a 6-inch pocket scale calibrated in C-hairs.
They are plenty accurate. The C-hair side is actually 1/64 inch. It is a great
conversation starter with women I know.