Swanson SW1201K 7" & Big 12" Speed Square Layout Tool Kit without Layout Bar
- 7 inch and 12 inch Speed Squares included
- Heavy gauge aluminum alloy construction
- Matte finish to prevent glare
- 1/4 inch spaced notches to facilitate scribing lines
- Made in the USA
Francis Roy
A Requirement for Any Woodworking Tool Collection
I've used these of several projects and don't know how I got along without them. The Swanson Speed Square is everything people say about them. If you have a circular saw and don't have a Speed Square yet, buy it now. You'll see why for yourself, soon enough. If you want to get an idea beforehand, look up some videos online!
Linda Patero
Super-versatile must-have even for amateur woodworkers.
I didn't realize I needed this until I saw it on a slick deal website, but these are highly indispensable for anyone needing to install appliances or do woodworking, framing, etc. I spent all kinds of time trying to get square cuts on my table saw and circular saw just perfect and this makes it child's play. I especially like the notches that let you run a "rip line" by resting your pencil point in the notch while dragging the base along the material's edge.
Ginger Bugielski
Very handy to have
Work great. I use them daily -- for cut lines and for sanity checks, since I don't have the most accurate setup yet. I wish they had finer markings (large one is in 1/4", smaller one is in 1/8" increments), but that's not really their intended use, so can't fault them.
Xyza Yoradyl De Vera
You won't regret getting these for your shop.
I have several plastic ones that I use constantly in construction. I got these to use at home in my wood shop. Good quality and made in the US. I wish I had gotten them sooner. I also use them to position pieces when I am tack welding steel into a jig. Take them out before I weld the pieces up solid. Good purchase.
Fagbohun Kazeem Olawale
12" makes this set worth it.
First thing I did is check thesee for square, they pass. They are a bit rough however and you may feel the need to touch them up with a file. I find I have been grabbing the 12" whenever I need a square. Don't know how I got along without a big one.
Steve Morrin
Both Sizes work Great for me!
Woodworking game changer. I bought the 7/12 combo. I'm relatively new to woodworking, but wanted to get a couple good speed squares. For the price, I assumed they would be 1/100" or so off (you get what you pay for in this realm) ... These aren't $500 speed squares that are square down to the smallest of margins. For my daily/basic woodworking needs, they work great, as they should for 95% of woodworkers. Craftsmen that rely on 100% accuracy, I'd spend your money on an artisan speed square somewhere else :)
Victoria Antionette Chakales
Every DIYer should have one
Great Tool for both the DIYer and Professionals. This tool is accurate and has multiple uses when measuring and cutting materials.
Sarah McMurrough
Handy!
Great tool to have and use. I'm a beginner at carpentry and just building a few DIY projects. Must have, it makes life so much easier!
كوني توريس جاليا
Great Value
Light, heavy duty, accurate, and the Blue Book included is a real help--little tricks of the trade. Good for a reminder even for an experienced carpenter, but a great learning tool for a novice or home handyman.
Amy Elston
Wish I'd gotten these a long time ago!
I never knew what I was missing until I got these. I watched a video of the best way to cut Hardie Planks (unless you have a specialty shears), using the score and snap method. The installer used a 12" speed square in the video. I shopped for some and discovered this offer which is very cost effective and includes a 6" and a detailed guide. I absolutely love these. My score and snap routine was flawless (thanks to James 's video) and I'm loving the convenience of marking boards for cuts and having a guide by virtue of the speed squares. Obviously, there are other uses for them which I haven't enjoyed yet. I've already gotten my money's worth.