From Working Carpenters
200+ Five-Star Reviews
5.0 average · Popular Mechanics Gear of the Year 2025
“I've been framing for 22 years. This is the first new layout tool that actually changed how I work in a decade. Marks both sides in one motion. Half the time per rafter.”
Mike K. · Phoenix, AZ
“Bought one for my apprentice. Now my whole crew has them. We're cutting layout time roughly 40% on framing days.”
Carlos R. · Austin, TX
“The dual-sided marking is the trick. Once you use it once, you can't go back to a regular speed square.”
James T. · Atlanta, GA
“Fits in my apron pocket. Replaced my speed square AND my framing square on rafter days. The Metal Edition is going to outlast my career.”
Sarah P. · Portland, OR
“Bought two — one for my truck, one for my shop. Best $56 I've spent on tools this year.”
Brent W. · Nashville, TN
“Was skeptical. Tried it. Now I keep one in every truck. Marking both sides cuts a real measurable amount off every job.”
Dave L. · Houston, TX