Speed square basics - How to use one

[@Makebuildmodify]

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[@manuelreyes8354]

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[@jordanderrickson6902]

Make Build Modify Why didn't you cut your birds mouth using a 6-12 long and lining it up at your 3 1/2 Mark. Much easier. Most roofs also land on an exterior wall. Can't get your R value in a 2x4 wall now a days so that diamond is pointless. I have always used an empire speed square and my big 12 it's also an empire.

[@PeteLewisWoodwork]

I have been a carpenter in UK for over 40 years and it was only this year that I learned about the Swanson Speed Square by watching Carpentry videos (like this one) on KZbin and - MAN - how it has changed my working life...! It is almost unheard of here, to the extent that when other carpenters see me using one (I have the 12" and 7" versions), they either come up and ask me about them or say with pride "I have one of those, it's the best tool I have". I admit that us Brits think we know it all - BUT - we don't and I am amazed at how much I have learned from watching USA carpentry videos. I paid maybe a bit too much for my Swanson Speed Squares here in UK - but they are worth every penny, in my opinion. By the way, I always work in Imperial measurements, like Americans - I hate working in UK/Euro standard Metric, so the Speed Square is right up my street.

[@Makebuildmodify]

They are definitely worth the cost. I use both the 12" and the 7" too. Believe it or not you're the first UK comment in 4.6 million views that has defended the imperial system and the speed square. Thanks for taking the time to share!

[@hotchihuahua1546]

I’m a machinist by trade but started doing some carpentry work . As soon as I saw the square I found many uses for it . Hard to believe in was introduced in 1925 and I’ve been this long without using one .

[@tomfoss3533]

Also a chippie in the uk and my speedsqaure is always on my left hip, no matter what I'm doing. I'd be interested to know how you'd pitch a roof without one tbh 🤣

[@alfkey4155]

Hay Pete, I'm with you on the metric system, hate it, but now we are out of the EU, I think we should go back to feet and inches,,. Regards Alf

[@chipperkeithmgb]

@@alfkey4155 yes

[@richardnoggin2956]

My uncle taught me how to use one of these when I was building houses with him when I was 15 (35 years ago). I still use it frequently but had forgotten some of the things it can do. Thanks for the refresher. Even more, I appreciate you actually discussing what you're doing rather than just saying, "here, watch this and keep up while you listen to crappy background music". Well done.

[@Makebuildmodify]

You're welcome. Thanks for the feedback!

[@Dan.50]

I framed houses with my uncle also when I was 15. 32 years ago.

[@beattheman9290]

Open a beer too.....

[@sandyt4343]

I don’t think I’ve watched a better instructional video on something that has always perplexed me. I watch instructional videos on virtually everything I can think of and this is by far one of the best. Congratulations you’ve on muddled a quagmire for me

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks! I'm glad it helped.

[@docholliday6635]

Surveyor for 18 years, and been in construction for 30 years. Damn good video. You checked it both ways, from the calulated angle and the completed angle. Excellent job Sir.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks Ron! Glad you liked the video.

[@ryanalbergo2591]

Currently a freshman in a Carpentry program at a vocational high school, never knew how to use my speed square to its fullest potential. Thanks for the very helpful video! I'll be showing my friends these tips this week

[@Makebuildmodify]

Awesome to hear! Thanks for letting me know it helped and for sharing the video!

[@abeasley8235]

I'm in the middle of a porch rebuild my friend asked me if I had a speed square I had no clue what it was. A few days later I found one in my tools. I asked him to show me how to use it. Thanks to the video I have a better understanding of how it works and I won't have to wait for him. I subscribed because I love doing things on my own and you explain things so clearly.

[@Makebuildmodify]

You're welcome. I'm happy it helped. Good luck on you project.

[@jamesgourley5457]

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[@JohnBindon]

I've had a speed square for years. I only used it to cut 90° perfectly ! This video opened up a whole new world ! Nice pace and great explanations ! Thx Champ !

[@Makebuildmodify]

You bet! Thanks for watching!

[@topwater6365]

Agreed, I have as well. I had used my framing square and combination square. I will be send this video out. Great lesson, thank you.

[@craftedworkshop]

Awesome tips Justin. Didn't know most of that, definitely a useful tool!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks, It's tough to do this type of video without getting long-winded. I'm in the process of finding a format that will keep the viewers attention and still teach.....I hope.

[@TheyCallMeIVIonster]

Make Build Modify hey! new to your channel (coming from Making It - new to them too, about 3 days) and love this video, even in this format. I just bought my first house, and while I grew up working with my dad who was a handy man, I did not know 90% of the content in the video. I really like I Like To Make Stuffs format, but I wish it was more educational. if you could find a balance of that with good solid education, you'd kill it. thank you so much for sharing this content! I will definitely be watching more of your videos.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Eric Bartha Thank you for the feedback! It's tough to guess what viewers want to see. It's comments like yours that really help with both incentive and adjusting my content to better fit the audience.

[@utopia2112]

Your hope: "a format that will keep the viewers attention and still teach" I think you nailed it -- oops, sorry about that! ;-)

[@istvanzelei8882]

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[@chucksmith3441]

This kid is sharp! I worked the trade starting at 13yrs with my dad's business! This speed square can be difficult because you may not be framing all the time as our company, because we did every phase from the foundation to handing the customer the key, including landscaping, so I constantly was refreshing my knowledge with this Swanson Speed Square. If you follow this young guy and learn all or most of the education behind this tool, life on the construction site becomes so much easier, and your confidence soars through the roof! Thanks for a great video to brush up on and to Swanson for their great tool! Sincerely, Chuck Smith👍

[@Makebuildmodify]

You bet. Thanks for sharing your story.

[@agtrst]

I'm just a homeowner who thinks he's a handyman. I have one of these. Thought the lines and numbers were just decoration to make the tool attractive. LOL. Seriously, this is the best video I have seen in a while. Like some others, I only got it for the 90 and 45 degree cuts. You have added a whole new dimension (for me at least) on how useful this tool is. Thank you very much for your video. Eager to apply my new knowledge to up coming projects.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Right on! Thanks for watching!

[@yellownp22541]

Thank you for the education, I am absolutely positively grateful for this video. thank you for taking the time to teach the rest of us, so in behalf of all those who have been enlighten by this video, THANK YOU! keep up the great work.

[@Makebuildmodify]

You're welcome! Thanks for taking the time to comment!

[@WorksbySolo]

I've had a speed square for years and never knew a quarter of the stuff you just taught me! I like the pace of your video. Good speed and easy to follow along. Thank you! SUBSCRIBED!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks!

[@KevinGonzalez-vc3gz]

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[@pedrohdz1964]

Works by Solo I know these video is putty old but I just watch it today and before I see these comment I was thinking the same thing and omg I can't stop laughing, these video is awesome, I'm a roofer and I only used the speed square for making straight lines and cutting metal flashing 😂😂😁

[@DamoVegan]

Thanks for the awesome content. As someone who teaches general construction (first year apprentice) to high school students, I still picked up some awesome tips from this. I have a couple of poly speedsquares in the shop, but I can't legally have the students constructing roof frames so I get rusty on all the uses. I might even have them watch this and they can get the idea doing mock ups or small structures. I'll be sending them out into the workforce a bit more equipped than my syllabus is asking. Thank you. 👍🏻

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thank you so much for taking the time to comment! It's great to hear that I'm creating helpful content. It's an added treat to hear it from a teacher!

[@timring2809]

I never knew a speed square was so useful wow I've done construction all my life and it amazes me how much I still don't know and I've been taught by the ol times

[@timring2809]

Timers sorry

[@timbarry5080]

Another great square video. thank you. Though we all do it, technically, pitch is not the same thing as rise. It's even descibed in the book that comes with the speed square. Pitch is the ratio of the total rise(height at the peak) to the span of the building. So, if the building is 24 feet wide and the rise of the roof is 6 inches in 12 inches(giving a total rise of 6 feet) the roof is a 1/4 pitch, because 6' is 1/4 of the 24' span. If the rise were 12 inches in 12(giving a rise of 12') the roof would be a 1/2 pitch. Forgive me for stating something you already know. But for those of us just learning about roof angles its good to have that understanding.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks Tim, I was using "pitch" colloquially. You are correct about the pitch rise/span relationship. However, the "slope" is the correct term for the rise/run relationship listed on the square. "Pitch" = Rise/Span. "Slope" = Rise/Run. For any given roof the rise is used for both methods and they are both accurate descriptions of the same roof.

[@timbarry5080]

@@Makebuildmodify thank you

[@96driver]

My hat off to the guy that invented the speed square. Great video. I hope I can remember all of the uses between projects.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Yes, it's a great invention. You can always come back to the video for a refresher.

[@ScottTurnerformeindustrious]

I liked this tutorial so much I went out and got me a Speed Square. Hey they are nifty little suckers! Thanks for the tips Justin!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks!

[@Riverrockphotos]

I knew they were nifty but never knew how to use other than to draw a straight line.

[@harpintn]

If you get the Swanson it comes with a book that has a lot of useful information in it.

[@GriffinBenchmark]

I have generally only used my speed square for a few operations. Now that I ran across your video, I'll be using it for a whole lot more! Awesome video bud! 👍👍👍😊

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thank you for watching!

[@hobbyhuman9499]

Um yeah, I had one of these in my belt when I worked in trades for 8 years, and you just showed me all kinds of stuff I never even thought of!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Well alright! I'm glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching!

[@rayh72]

As many others commenting here, I have had a speed square for some time but never realised how useful it was. This video is a revelation, thank you.

[@Makebuildmodify]

You're very welcome!

[@ezrabrooks12]

EXCELLENT VIDEO AND INSTRUCTIONS!!!!!! I'm a retired Carpenter,I always used a Framing Square to Layout rafters and stairs,that's how I was taught.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Yes, I use framing square too. But I carry a speed square for the quick and dirty stuff.

[@64dougee]

WISH I KNEW ALL THIS YEARS AGO! BUT EVEN AT 58 IT'S NOT TO LATE TO LEARN! THANK YOU FOR TEACHING THE OLD SOMETHING NEW!

[@Makebuildmodify]

You're very welcome!

[@barneygo2010]

Me too, I was 58 entering electrical trade school, but 59 when I worked in construction before settling into Fibre Optic installation .... It’s All Good! Still have my speed square in my tool belt pouch. Always comes with me to any outdoor project for my place or when I go and help my friends Peace Be The Journey!

[@ricdonato4328]

John Christian: Be aware: 1. Typing in all caps is indicative of YELLING and SCREAMING, clearly not your intent. 2. All caps is more difficult reading than all lower case letters. 3. In forum threads all caps is frowned upon. So much so some moderators delete all cap post as those imply YELLING and SCREAMING, thus not being polite. 4. Many folks seeing a post in all caps will skip by not reading it. 5. As for myself I have never read a magazine, newspaper, business document, annual report, white paper, and the like, typed in all caps, none. Truly, I hope the above helps you.

[@64dougee]

@@ricdonato4328 i know but i see it better , welders eyes! and sorry about that. i'm really not a yeller.

[@68JLAZ]

Very good info on the Swanson speed square. I'm a new to this and I only knew the basics. Your video shows more than the basics. Trying to pick a new hobby in woodwork for my retirement, Thanks!👍😊

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks! Glad you found it helpful.

[@meangreen7389]

Never knew this tool was so versatile. Excellent presentational skills, thank you for this vid.

[@Makebuildmodify]

You bet! Thanks for watching!

[@Giannia1000]

One of the best explanations of the speed square, I've ever seen.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks! Glad you liked it!

[@bisonhappenstance]

All of this stuff is in the Swanson Speed Square manual, but this is a super clear presentation, and you just helped me get the trickier bits. Well done.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks for watching and positive feedback!

[@nunavyourbiznas8660]

I just got hired for a carpenters job and needed a crash course. Thanks brother, you just saved my butt.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Awesome! Glad I could help!

[@MrRottweiler72]

Had a square just to draw straight line. Now I know all the functionality of it. Thank you good sir 👍

[@Makebuildmodify]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@peckerwood780]

I've used one of those my whole life and didn't know all of that. And you answered a problem I'm currently having with complementary angles on making table legs. Thank you, great video.

[@Makebuildmodify]

You're welcome. Thanks for letting me know it helped.

[@mistycat3069]

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[@tzavitz]

This is one of the best and most straightforward videos on this that I've seen. Good job!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Wow, thanks!

[@tomhawkins8855]

Very nice, no extraneous blather, just practical information and application. Good pacing, content sequencing, and presentation. Thank you, another toolbox mystery solved.

[@Makebuildmodify]

You bet. Thanks for the feedback!

[@devjock]

You remind me so much of pocket83, it' almot uncanney. Love the way you preent information. Short, to the point, no-bullshit. Qualities I admire and apire to. Cheers man, subbed!

[@Makebuildmodify]

devjock Thank you! Pocket83 is a great channel, I love his stuff too.

[@armorvestrus4119]

Wow, this man can teach more in five minutes than what most people can in a week. Thumbs up.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Wow, thanks!

[@shawnsullivan4876]

I'm glad I put my "manly pride" aside and watched this. I've a had a square for some many years and haven't used half of its capabilities. p.s. the comedic intro and great info got a subscribe from me. I usually like music in videos but I didn't even notice there wasn't any because I was hooked on info. Thanks man.

[@Makebuildmodify]

You're welcome. Thanks for the feedback! It really helps me make better decisions when planning my new videos.

[@ramwall1500]

Shawn Sullivan I think you need to learn English first

[@waynee.2856]

I've used a speed square numerous times but was never taught all the functions of the tool. Thank you for sharing this video, it will definitely be of great help.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thank YOU for watching and commenting!

[@davidgiffordsr.930]

Wanted to thank you for the video and Compliment you on the Audio. You spoke Very Clearly, no background noise, and I did not have the crank up the sound to the MAX!

[@Makebuildmodify]

You're welcome. Thanks for the compliment!

[@Raining_Brass]

Thanks for the explanation of the Speed Square. I've had one for many years and didn't know even half the things it could do.

[@Makebuildmodify]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@joshuasabatino6128]

I learned so much from this video, i have been looking for videos on roofing and this video has helped so much! I never knew half of the things this tool could do

[@Makebuildmodify]

I'm glad to hear it! Thanks!

[@PIANOSTYLE100]

I am totally into this. So simple..but things I never took the time to learn.

[@Makebuildmodify]

;)

[@HEFTCAPITAL]

I have watched several videos on the merits of the speed square. Yours is the only one that discusses its use in cutting a birds-mouth for rafter succinctly and from multiple vantage points. Thank you!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gzqgtq]

I have watched multiple speed square basic videos on KZbin and your video is by far the best. Such detailed explanations really helped me understand completely. The only thing I have used my speed square for is 90 & 45 degree cuts, but soon I will be using your tips for making trusses for my new shed.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Awesome! I'm glad it helped! Thanks for watching!

[@allamericanveteranaav5234]

As a 60+ year old framing carpenter, It is nice to see the younger generations embarrassing, talking about and teaching others the finer points of carpentry. There is no better feeling than using your hands to make something that will be around for decades or centuries to come. If you love what you do, you will never work a day in your life !!!.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks for watching!

[@longfade]

Good Lord, I never knew how under-utilized my poor speed square has been all these years. Awesome video man!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks Zach!

[@duskeyowl2507]

Are you a teacher?..you should be one. If I had you in high school shop I would of never skipped it. Learnt about a tool i've owned for years...Thanks.

[@Makebuildmodify]

You're welcome. I guess I'm a teacher on KZbin. But I'm just a maker in the real world. Thanks for watching!

[@micheller8014]

DusKeyOwl You could have used a good English teacher , also. 'Learned' would be the word you were looking for.

[@MarioIArguello]

Very well done sir! thumbs up! I've used this tool most of my life, it is a super handy tool, It really came in handy when I had to replace and tear down a family member's whole front porch for a frame house in Chicago that had an exagerated pitch on the front stairs and I had to notch about a dozen L/R cuts for the steps on the stringers. It was quite a custom job, but this tool's simplicity yet usefulmess was awesome!.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Sound like a fun project.

[@levythompson5571]

Many thanks mate! This helped me alot. I'm a beginning Scotch-Irish builder(fram-finsh); just took a job working for my Scotch-Irish father, (tempers flying.....) As I was having trouble navigating the simple square/speed square. thanks to your video I'm no longer being screamed at, haha in a language I don't understand!! Thank you buddy.

[@Makebuildmodify]

You're welcome! I'm glad to have helped. Thanks for commenting!

[@andyblackpool]

Flipping heck I was forgetting it as quick as I was learning it. Great video though as being a novice my speed square has baffled me for ages...need to watch again and pay more attention!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks!

[@bradyspears1843]

... BRO , LOVE IT .. SIMPLE TEACHING , EASY UNDERSTANDING ... THANKYOU ..! FROM THE PHILIPPINES ...

[@Makebuildmodify]

You're welcome!

[@cskippings]

As a soon to be carpenter I can't thank you enough :)

[@Makebuildmodify]

Ha! Your avatar is thanks enough.

[@elmmeadow10]

Wow! Found your video after building a shed in my backyard. If I had seen your video before building the shed it would have saved me countless hours and wasted cuts....Just the information on rafter angle was fantastic!!! Many thanks..I think I might build another shed just because your video was so informative!!!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks! I wish you would have found it before the first shed.

[@budgillett9535]

Thank you! I’ve had these for years and always wondered what all the other info was on the square. Also I absolutely do not understand why people put thumbs down on informative videos. The Info techniques my differ from their chosen methods but it’s still informative. Multiple thumbs up from me! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thank you Bud!

[@francfurian8215]

Wow that’s a real handy little piece of equipment. I’ve never seen or heard of it before. I think I should get one even though I wouldn’t use it often. Cheers👍🏻

[@Makebuildmodify]

They're good to have around. Thanks!

[@yepok2957]

I learned so much from this video that I forgot a bunch of other things. Thanks alot.

[@Makebuildmodify]

You bet. Thanks for watching!

[@eddiearrington8086]

Oh yeah, and loved getting a level line from the plumb bob. Borderline showing off, but nice!

[@Makebuildmodify]

;)

[@michaeleastwood6755]

I had a speed square in my tool box a long time only found out recently how to use it now addicted to it thanks once again learn every day. enjoy your videos

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thank you!

[@kraigelliott5374]

Great video. Have tried finding a good video on how to use a speed square and yours is by far the best! I thumbed it up and added it to my best wood working videos. Thanks for the great work!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Awesome! Thanks a lot! Glad to hear that it's helpful.

[@popeyeandy959]

That takes all the fun out of "cut it twice and it's still too short"

[@Makebuildmodify]

Ha!

[@rapture9125]

Carpenter in the UK here. I have a 6" speedsquare, a 12" Swanson, and 2 framing squares. They are all great tools that are fast to use when taught properly. Our biggest problem is measurement units. Those squares are great for self cut roofs if they are in Imperial. Not so much in metric. Also, most roofing and staircases come as trusses and precut stairs. Going back and forwards between the different measurement systems is a nightmare. Not only that but the big corporations bought out all the small genuine woodwork workshops and now hardly anything fits together. It all has to be fenangled on site...terrible. We have lost so much. Last thing.... I lost a contract to a man who spent 6 weeks at college and got a certificate to say that he was qualified. He undercut all the contractors by a lot and some was palmed off to the quantity surveyor. So, what's the point anymore ?

[@Makebuildmodify]

I've struggled with all of the above. The new guys will often undercut to get there foot in the door. If you target work that requires more than 6 week of training (work that requires years of skill building) then you'll be less likely to be undercut. This generally means targeting wealthy clients. Wealthy clients means that you have to step up your sales game a little though. My hat is off to you for using both systems. I use both too, but I only use metric rarely and only when necessary. I think there are metric speed squares available in the UK. You would probably know better that I. I know I've seen them on Amazon. I work with trusses a lot (imperial system) and find plenty of uses for the imperial speed square while installing them. I can't see a reason why you wouldn't have the same experience with metric trusses and a metric speed square. I cut all of my own stairs so I don't have the trouble of fitting manufactured stairs to the existing structure.

[@59342389494]

I might just go back into construction throw my bags and use that bad boy. Great video sir.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks! Good to hear it from another builder.

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[@raymondzwolinski1271]

EXCELLENT TUTORIAL A great calm class in manipulating the features of using a speed square. Thank you for the patience in showing your audience in how to utilize the layout features of a speed square. I’ll review and utilize your tutorial to better understand the layout capabilities shown.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Glad to hear that it was helpful!

[@stevenstart8728]

I love it. It would have been so handy in my youth as a carpenter apprentice and learning how to do roof framing. Just one question, does it come in metric for the rest of us outside of the USA?

[@Makebuildmodify]

Yes, you can buy it in metric here: amzn.to/3uVRR4T (affiliate like helps support the channel at no cost to you Thank you!)

[@ZHFabrications]

Great stuff man!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks, Zack!

[@garfaras8130]

Excellent tutorial, thanks!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks for watching and positive feedback!

[@fixit4u73]

As a carpenter, Ive never known how to use one, I just know you have to use it fast.

[@kookamunga4714]

you dont have to use it fast, you just can. that square is not the boss of you

[@Makebuildmodify]

Super fast!

[@velasco330]

Wow... I have one of this of my own and I'd never realized how useful it is...Thanks for sharing Justin !

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks for watching!

[@paulbruney5091]

I've used this square for years and just now started to learn what all the marks are for. Great video! Thank you.

[@Makebuildmodify]

You are so welcome!

[@MrUbiquitousTech]

Good information there, thanks for sharing!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks for watching!

[@yehudabalulu1378]

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[@lilcratis]

been using a speed square for 32 years as a steel stud framer...never once used the numbers on it.

[@Makebuildmodify]

That's because you're so fast!!

[@tonyhartfield3656]

lilcratis wood turning

[@porkchop659]

I knew about only half of these, and to think that a square can be used for more than just a saw guide...!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Yes, I use it as a saw guide all the time. Thank for watching!

[@johnhamms6054]

It is a favorite for me too as a saw guide, but it did take years before i learned to flip it and have the edge on the other side of the board so i could pull it towards me with my left hand while I pushed the saw away on the right... keeps it from moving and the cut is faster.

[@iceman22st]

Although I knew most of what you demonstrated, the way you explained them was very simple, clear and concise. Thanks.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks for watching and letting me know it was helpful.

[@anthonyromero6525]

thank you sir,I really appreciate people like yourself who are willing to teach people like myself.very informative, good job.

[@Makebuildmodify]

You're welcome. Thanks for taking the time to comment and let me know!

[@pacowang283]

I never knew that. Thank you

[@Makebuildmodify]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@joshuasabatino6128]

What is a "6, 12 roof" ?

[@Makebuildmodify]

It means that the slope of the roof travels up 6" for every 12" it travels over.

[@donaldbeam791]

elev drop of 6' per 12' '

[@richardalvis4695]

it drops 6" per foot if length

[@Joeameturexpert]

About as steep as you can easily walk on. Lol

[@manvstaco]

Hey babe, can you grab the square for me, it looks like a TRIANGLE... :/

[@Makebuildmodify]

Lol!

[@deadeye5052]

manvstaco it's so fast your eyes can only see half..

[@Makebuildmodify]

Now that's funny!

[@brianng9245]

manvstaco hahahah ha funny as hell

[@fleondodgen]

"Oliver, why do they call it a square? If it's a triangle, it should be called a speed triangle!" ..."Lisa, just give me the speed triangle

[@matthewbrodycz946]

Dude - way way way kewl video. No music. Very terse. To the point. Effective... I don't know what adjectives best describe it other than perfect. Thank you.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks for the good feedback Matthew! I'm glad it was useful to you.

[@cliffelliott9331]

Thank you brother. One of my favorite tools is the Speed Square. I've used this tool on everything from house framing, wood flooring and all the way up to arceturtal ceramic tile.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Right on.

[@bwhite220]

Mind. Blown.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Ha! Thanks!

[@jday1965]

Just proved the Earth is flat and stationary... again!! Good job dude!!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Lol!

[@NBNO]

Very nice video...learned some things. Thanks.

[@uniformcorrectionright4795]

jday1965 how does this have anything to do with the earth

[@Haniac]

The transition @10:06 was super clean. Thank you so much for all of your knowledge and insight!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks for watching!

[@MattysWorkshop]

Unreal Thank you very much I brought one of these but didn’t know what half the marks meant, I got it for 90 and 45 but this is going to make life a little easier knowing just what can be achieved from this square, thanks again mate

[@Makebuildmodify]

You bet! Thank for watching.

[@mygreenmtns]

Fantastic video. You are an excellent instructor. Definitely will use your link to order a couple of these speed squares for my kids. I have owned a Speed square exactly like the one you demoed and never took the time to learn how to use the multiple features. Thanks again.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Awesome to hear! Thanks for using my link too. Every little bit helps!

[@scottchilson335]

Good video. I've been building things with Speed Squares for 30 years. It is one of the most versatile tools on the job site. By the way, you can also find the pitch/angle of a board using a speed square and a torpedo level. As a framer you only really need 4 tools; a hammer, tape measure, torpedo level and a speed square. Oh, and a saw man to yell the measurements to. ;-)

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks!

[@verngoossen2020]

with a framing square --you can figure board feet---------

[@matthewguerra4797]

Awesome video! I'm an electrician but there is still a lot of useful tricks here for me. The plumb bob trick was my favorite. I'm going to be putting my speed square to use on monday.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Cool! Glad to hear it. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@shermansquires3979]

great video, i have been a carpenter for 30 years and i use different methods to work out roof pitches, but this has been very helpful, nice one mate!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks!

[@paulmclaughlin4819]

Great video! I taught high school geometry for 30 years and love the fact you use correct terminology in the demo. I've used a speed square for cutting tile, you may want to expand your videos to include that.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks! I've been considering another square video with more real world applications.

[@nobodyinparticular5224]

Ditto on " love the fact you use correct terminology in the demo". Words have meanings.

[@dessertman1181]

Very well explained you obviously done that several times just a little history here. Albert J. Swanson invented the A Speed Square in 1925 as a carpenter’s layout tool. He later founded Swanson Tool Company to produce it. Today, Swanson Tool Company still manufactures and distributes the Speed Square and other carpentry tools from its headquarters in Frankfort, Illinois.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Cool! thanks!

[@abrahamrosariojr5301]

I am a beginner when it comes to woodwork and this has been a great tutorial for me . I have a speed square and now I know what is all this numbers for, more than 90 or 45 degree marks. Thanks

[@Makebuildmodify]

Good to hear it! Thank for watching!

[@marktruman2842]

wow! What a great teaching video. I just bought one of these and this video was a great orientation and teaching session. This was so great, i subscribed just so i can come back and learn more. Thank You.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Harinair72]

So beautifully paced... Super cool intonation... Never felt tapping the fast forward.. Great! Thanks.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks for the positive feedback!

[@Robby4Jesus]

The pitch find was just what I needed to know. Thanks! The basics are what I need, finally retired, and doing a lot of stuff for the first time.

[@Makebuildmodify]

You're welcome. Glad it was helpful.

[@Nathan-xi4ey]

Nice explanation. I’ve used a speed square for years and still learned some things. The use with the plum bob in particular. Another useful tip- you can use it as a guide with your circular saw to make straight cuts.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Yes, I use it as a cut guide often. I just wanted to keep the video somewhat short.

[@alexcordero6672]

Wow.... 1. Mind blown... 2. I can take over the world with this. 3. I'm a lot smarter. 4. I can finally tell my son WHY geometry might be useful (still not sure about Algebra). 5. I don't understand how you got ANY thumbs down. Thank you for this fantastic tutorial!!!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks Alex! Glad you liked it!

[@svstransky]

This is an example of good teaching... simple, yet effective! Thanks!!!

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thank you, I appreciate the compliment!

[@issis666]

Fantastic video ... clear, complete, well paced and extremely helpful! Thank you.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Glad you liked it! Thank you for letting me know!

[@walterf6993]

Thanks for the lesson. Though I don't know 99% of the terminology, I feel if I listen to you more I will be able to learn. You are a good teacher.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thank you!

[@brillant-di6eb]

I just found this video and watched it straight away. I have one this tools but never know of it wonder. Thanks Justin for the valuable tips.

[@Makebuildmodify]

You bet! Thanks for commenting!

[@ChrisTarr-h9h]

the best video on speed squares. Great job on explaining how to make the seat cuts (3 ways explained) Wow

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks!

[@thomasdecato9786]

Great instructional video for future craftspeople, I learned this at a early age under an older gentleman, loved doing layout and cutting rafters because I could stay on the ground and not do all the climbing and fastening didn't have to work as hard.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Yeah, I like being the cut guy too.

[@rexmyers991]

Excellent explanation. My grandfather did all you demonstrated using a standard carpenters square and trigonometry. It went right over my head.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Yes, the old timers new their stuff.

[@glennwestbrook409]

you are the first person i have seen that knows how to use the diamond correctly. good job

[@Makebuildmodify]

Thanks Glenn!