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1. Johnson Level & Tool 420EM-S Heavy Duty Professional Inch/Metric Stainless Steel Combination Square, 16"
Feature
Heavy duty cast zinc head with black, chip-resistant e-coating finishAuto-lock blade assembly
Stainless steel blade with permanently etched graduations 1/8", 1/16", 1/32", mm
Hardened, screw-in scriber won't fall out
Durable acrylic level vial
Description
Johnson's 420em-s combination square features a self-aligning drawbolt, etched stainless steel blade with 1/8", 1/16", 1/32" and mm graduations, heavy duty 45 and 90 precision machined square head and a hardened removable scriber. A combination square is a tool used for multiple purposes in woodworking, stone masonry and metal working. A combination square can reliably measure 90 and 45 angles. The 45 angle is used commonly in creating miter joints. It can be used to determine Flatness on a board known as the face side. It can be a rudimentary level for approximating level surfaces. A combination square can be used as a depth gauge or to transfer dimensions and the scribe can be used for marking the work surface.2. Task Tools T58303 16-Inch Zinc-Head SAE and Metric Combination Square
Feature
Zinc-head combination square for measuring and marking multiple cut typesDurable body with solid brass hardware for durability
Self -locking, spring loaded, rust resistant blade for speed and long life
Virtually unbreakable acrylic vial for years of use
Size: 16 inches
Description
Measure and mark cuts with this combination square from Task Tools. A zinc body means optimal comfort and smooth operations. Solid brass hardware resists rust. The blade is self-locking and spring-loaded for quick and easy setup. A virtually unbreakable acrylic vial makes this your go-to square for years to come. Size: 12-Inch.3. Irwin Tools Combination Square, Metal-Body, 12", 1794469
Feature
Black precision-etched scalesDurable cast zinc body
Rust proof stainless steel blade
Perfect for 90 and 45 marking
Can be used as a gauge for transferring measurements
Description
The IRWIN Combination Square is constructed with a durable cast zinc body and a rust-proof stainless steel blade. It's black, precision-etched scales are perfect for marking 90 and 45 marking and transferring measurements.4. Johnson Level & Tool 400EM 12-Inch English/Metric Metal Combination Square
Feature
Cast zinc headComputer-machined gauging edges
Acrylic vial
Steel blade with permanently stamped graduations
Description
400EM Features: -Metric metal combo square. -Cast zinc head with black chip-resistant e-coating. -CNC machined square head for greater accuracy. -Reversible head with lock bolt and steel screw. Product Type: -Squares. Generic Dimensions: -12'' H x 5.5'' W x 0.75'' D. Dimensions: Overall Length - Side to Side: -5.5 Inches. Overall Height - Top to Bottom: -12 Inches. Overall Depth - Front to Back: -0.75 Inches. Overall Product Weight: -0.69 Pounds.5. Johnson Level & Tool 420EM 16-Inch English/Metric Metal Combination Square
Feature
Cast zinc headComputer-machined gauging edges
Acrylic vial
Steel blade with permanently stamped graduations
Description
Stainless steel blade with permanently stamped graduations 1/8", 1/16" & mm. Heavy duty cast zinc head with black, chip-resistant e-coating finish. CNC machined square head for greater accuracy. Reversible head with lock bolt and steel screw. Hardened, screw-in scriber won't fall out. Durable acrylic level vial.6. STARRICH Combination Square 12-Inch Heavy Duty Professional Inch/Metric Stainless Steel Level & Tool ,Metal-Body Carpenter's Tool,12" (Combination Square)
Feature
12-inch heavy-duty professional combination square with an etched stainless steel blade and Green vialCombination square has stainless steel blade has a matte finish that will never rust or corrode
Self-aligning draw bolt; hardened scriber; heavy-duty machined square head
Perfect for 90 and 45 marking; adjustable straight edge & depth gauge
Combination square can be used as a gauge for transferring measurements
Description
STRUCTURE-This premium square features a 12 Inch blade, a cast iron square/miter head with 45 degree and 90 degree precision ground faces.FEATURES-The adjustable heads may be locked securely in any position along the precision ground satin chrome finished steel blade. The blade features etched, machine divided graduations in 1/8 Inch and 1/16 Inch on one side and 1/32 Inch and 1/64 Inch on the other. The square/miter head incorporates a spirit level and hardened scriber.
PACKAGE-1 * Combination Square
7. Johnson Level & Tool 406EM 6-Inch English/Metric Metal Combination Square
Feature
Cast zinc headComputer-machined gauging edges
Acrylic vial
Steel blade with permanently stamped graduations
Description
Johnson Level & Tool 406EM 406EM 6-Inch I/M Pro Combo Square8. Empire Level E250M 12-Inch Heavy Duty Professional Combination Square With Etched Stainless Steel Blade, Metric Graduations and True Blue Vial
Feature
12-inch heavy-duty professional combination square with an etched stainless steel blade, metric graduations and True Blue vialTrue Blue vial is guaranteed accurate to within .00050 inch for maximum accuracy, extreme durability, and enhanced readability
Stainless steel blade has a matte finish that will never rust or corrode
Self-aligning draw bolt, hardened scriber and heavy-duty machined square head
Made in USA
Description
12" Heavy Duty Pro Combsquare W/Metric Graduati9. 24 inch Combination Square Stainless Steel rule SAE and Metric with Precision-ground Cast Iron Square Head, Center Head, and Protractor
Feature
Stainless steel rule with SAE and metric graduationsPrecision-ground cast iron square head, center head, and protractor
Brass adjustment screws
Hanging hole
Ruler: 1-5/8" W x 3/16" thick