SWANSON Tool Co S0101 7 Inch Speed Square, Blue
$9.98
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The Swanson Speed Square was first developed by company founder Albert Swanson in 1925. This innovative tool combines 5 tools into 1: 1. Try Square, 2. Miter Square, 3. saw guide, 4. line scriber, and 5. protractor. The Speed Square is die-cast for durability and accuracy. Made of heavy-gauge aerospace aluminum alloy, it is built to last. Black-filled gradations stand out against a matte finish for easy reading. The Speed Square includes the Swanson Blue Book of rafter length and roof construction and also features markings for using the Swanson one-number method of rafter layout. The Swanson Speed Square is our most popular product and remains the most trusted square of its kind. Look for the Diamond cutout for genuine Swanson products.
MULTIPLE GRADATIONS: Make the exact mark you need! Gradations Included For Marking Common, Hip, Valley, And Jack Rafters; Useful For Determining And Marking Angles And Making Square Cuts On Boards
FEATURES: Pocket-Sized Swanson Blue Book, A Comprehensive Guide To Help Workers Make Correct Angle Cuts For Any Pitched Roof, and it includes pages of inch rise per foot run data – meaning you don’t have to do the math.
INCLUDES: Features Common To 5 Different Tools (Try Square, Miter Square, Saw Guide, Line Scriber, And Protractor) Making The Speed Square Something That Belongs On Every Tradesman’S Tool Bench
EASY TO USE: 1/4-In Spaced Scribing Notches And The Diamond Cutout For Easy Rafter Seat Cuts And Scribing The Most Common And Popular Stud Widths, and Black gradations against its non-glare, matte finish make for easy reading in any lighting conditions
MADE IN USA: The Speed Square, made in the USA since 1925, is essential for every carpenter, construction professional, roofer, and DIYer
SIMPLIFY IMPORTANT TASKS: Any time you need to ensure something is square, this Speed Square is the best tool for the job. It’s also really easy to mark 90 and 45 degrees with this square. The Swanson Speed Square is the perfect square for every project and job.
WHEN USED AS A SAW GUIDE: The Speed Square makes truing up a board easy
Marla –
Makes My Measurements Look Professional
Solid, accurate, and does not bend or feel flimsy. This speed square made my DIY projects look way more legit than my skill level probably deserves. Easy to read markings and comfortable to use — no guessing, no eyeballing, no regret.
D. Trelford –
Full function speed square
Exactly like it’s big brother but small enough to fit in an apron. I checked it for square and 45 degrees and it right on the money. Weighs practically nothing because of its aluminum construction and clear markings. Excellent value and perfectly square. I can stop looking for squares now since I have four different sizes up to 18”.
Mr.Gomez –
Swanson Speed Square
The Swanson speed square is an amazing tool, and a must have in your tool inventory. I use it for all of my DIY projects, that involves carpentry. The tool is of excellent quality that’s built to last. Highly recommended!!!Two thumbs up. 👍 👍
Cynthia A. Lees –
Heavy duty
Great sturdy quality. Clear markings
Anu Ray –
First Timer w/Rafters and “Birdsmouth.”
I’m always trying to increase my knowledge of building and carpentry and recently decided to incorporate a rafter (with bird’smouth) design into my window awning project. The Swanson square was perfect for the job and with the book it came with I was able to learn the “One-Number” rule that makes it real simple to build your roof rafters. I’d advise all first timers to do it on a smaller project–such as dog house or small shed–before a home’s roof. I’m not a natural numbers guy so only read the book in a few parts, watched a quick video on the Swanson square and then went to work.I went through three sets of 2×4 rafters templates until I got the angle just right for the rafter to sit up against the ledger against the wall and the birdsmouth to land on the lower ‘sill plate’ that would support the window awning. I think my “ONE” number for pitch was 9 (I was using degrees{36}) and from that number you can essentially build a real roof. It came out great and from this one project I”m pretty sure I can build a real roof for any structure I design at this point. If you know your ‘one’ number prior to building a new project but we didn’t because of other concerns such as making the awning tall enough for my clients to walk under while slope had to be steep enough to provide sufficient shade to window. As a result, my assistant and I had to test angle cuts (and then hold them up against the framing structure) until we got the approximation of 36 degree-which makes all the rafters plumb cuts. Then using the square we got the pitch of 9. More importantly, you can use a simple formula to find the distance for your birdsmouth (where your ‘seat’ and ‘heel’ cuts meet the outer edge of your bulding/sill plate). Prior to this project I only used my squares for 90degree cuts. Now, it’s opened up a whole world of building possibilities. Thanks for the book, Swanson.
IO –
Good balance of price and functionality
It’s that need for me. This tool is absolutely worth the money. The build quality feels solid, and it’s very easy to handle even for longer projects. It has become indispensable for working with wood, but it’s also versatile enough for other tasks around the workshop. A great balance of price, functionality, and durability — I’m very satisfied with this purchase. Fit me, light.
Al –
Trusted name in speed squares!
Great product! Very glad to have bought one to keep in my tool bag for tight corners and smaller trim work.
Practical Picks –
Durable speed square for carpentry projects
Made of solid aluminum with etched markings that are easy to read. Useful for measuring angles, guiding cuts, and marking lines. Blue finish stands out in a toolbox.Verdict: A reliable, affordable tool—best for DIYers and woodworkers.
Usuario –
Me es muy útil. De buen tamaño para usarlo también como guía para sierra circular asi como también su grosor es ancho ya que he visto otras escuadras rápidas muy delgadas. también es útil para que asiente bien la madera cuando vas a poner un tejabán. Estoy satisfecho con el producto.
Jomdu Dulom –
One of the best!!!
Jhonatan –
Produto de boa qualidade ferramenta chave na oficina
jose a. –
practica y util , resistente e indeformable , buen producto gracias
cote francois –
Compact , tres lisible ,favorise pour ma part une rapidité d’exécution pour mes travaux d’atelier!