lighter vs. tape measure

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I’ve been trying to decide between a zippo lighter with blazer insert or a zippo tape measure. I have room for one or the other. I think the coin pocket on most of my jeans is big enough for either one. I realize they are worlds apart in function, so here’s my thinking.
Scale of 1 to 10

Usefulness: lighter 1, tape 3
Size: lighter 7, tape 8
Appearance: lighter 9, tape 7
Price: lighter ($30+) 5, tape ($15) 7

I’m leaning toward the tape being more useful for me since in a suburban/ urban environment I don’t have much use for fire. But I am still undecided since in an actual life saving situation (not sure what given the environment) the tape measure is totally useless compared to the lighter.
I’m thinking of picking up a cheap tape measure today ($3 maybe) that is similar in size to the zippo one just to see how it goes.

Thoughts?

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