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Old 10-29-2009, 06:52 PM   #1
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I bought a $25 "try square". It's "trying" to be square, but it's way off. (wood handled Stanely)

I was wondering if anyone has any experience with Woodpeckers tools? It looks quality, but I don't want to keep wasting money.
My framing square and $3 plastic speed squares are very accurate. But I'm looking for something a little easier for tablesaw and jointer setup.

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1...keyword=square

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http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1...0753000P?mv=rr
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Old 10-29-2009, 07:08 PM   #2
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I have a couple sets of engineer squares i keep around the shop. I keep one at the jointer ALWAYS, and most of the others stay in their cases. I have one sets thats accurate to 16 microns.....or .00063". I'd say thats enough for woodworking! I got one of my sets from woodcraft, 3 squares, 2, 4, and 6 inch for about 50 bucks. I have a starrett set too, but those were a gift from my dad(machinist).

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Everything I have from Woodpecker's (also sold under the Pinnacle brand at Woodcraft) is quality stuff.
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Just noticed these at Grizzly. I suppose I'll give them a try...

http://grizzly.com/outlet/Super-Prec...3-4-x-4-/H3357

They're cheaper than dirt ($) compared to other "engineer" squares - which makes ya wonder. I'm more concerned with quality than money on this purchase. But, so far, all my Grizzly purchases have been great.

I don't think I'm being too picky here. Stanley stuff usually treats me well, but the square I bought is off a 1/16th in four inches .
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