The 7-inch Speed Square
Posted on March 16th, 2009 by admin
Tool: Swanson Speed Square
In the photo below are three of my 7″ Speed Squares; A Swanson, a Johnson and an Empire. Hopefully thinking the Swanson Speed Square is the original is not just another reflection of learning carpentry in California.
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6-Inch Combo Square
Posted on February 26th, 2009 by admin
Tool: 6″ Combo Square
Many manufacturers offer combo squares in a variety of materials but the tool remains the same. One of my favorite tools in my belt, which I’ve carried for years, is the 6″ combo square. Sure, I use larger combo squares regularly but the 6″ is in my pouch ready for gauging and [...]
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Bridge City Tool Works CT-1 Squevel
Posted on February 19th, 2009 by admin
Tool: Bridge City Tool Works CT-1 Squevel
Date of Service: 1993
Wow! Really one of my coolest tools. At first I thought these tools were too beautiful to use but it didn’t take me long to break them in. Today my limited edition Signature Series CT-1 Squevel is in constant use, though writing this post has [...]
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Bridge City Tool Works – TS-2 Master Try Square
Posted on February 18th, 2009 by admin
Tool: Bridge City Tool Works – TS-2 Master Try Square
Date of Service: December 1990
Every woodworker has a few prized tools that are put to use often. A few of the finest tools In my shop are made by Bridge City Tool Works, including the TS-2 Master Try Square which is engraved with my initials, birthday [...]
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