Starrett 11H-12-4R Combination Square with Cast Iron Head and Black Wrinkle Finish

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Starrett 11H-12-4R Combination Square with Cast Iron Head and Black Wrinkle Finish

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Pros & Cons

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Pros

Fit and finish are top notch, from the hardened awl to the etching on the blade. The starrett combo square is now and has always been the bench mark for the highest quality combo squares. Exceptional quality is what you expect for starrett and this sq... Read More

The square is solid and has no wobble after tightening the lock screw down. It feels substantial when i use it, not flimsy. Very sturdy and well made.

This is a lifetime tool that i will always be proud of when i use it. No one regrets buying good tools.

I know all of these things seem trivial, but i have owned too many squares over the years that didn't meet these basic standards. Gauges and measuring equipment are one of those areas where the money spent is worth it for a lifetime. Great value at $7... Read More

The starrett lock * and ruler slide way easier than cheaper versions. I also like that when you remove the various components the friction knob stays attached. A slight twist of the knob with my thumb and the rule is locked in place.

Cons

The 11h-12-4r has stains or scratches on the blade right out of the box. Is it me, or does it make sense to expect a tool this expensive to be in better shape?

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Highlights

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Quality

The quality is outstanding and it is another outstanding tool to add to my tool box

You pay more for starrett but cant beat the quality

I would ordinarily send it back but i don’t really see any issues with the tool beyond a few blemishes which will naturally dev... Read More

I finally bit the bullet and spent the money on the starrett after seeing nothing but positive raves about their quality and accuracy

Price

The cost was much more than my cheapie square but i am concluding that it is better to invest in a few great tools strategicall... Read More

Shipping

The shipping package was not ideal with the ruler only having a thin plastic bag around the tool in a flimsy box with plenty of... Read More

Packaging/appearance

But like most of the tools i’ve recently purchased from amazon this arrived in packaging that had obviously been opened before

Competitiveness

The tool seems like a 5star item but i’m giving 4 stars because if the notnew condition

Read the reviews thouroughly and you will find if there are questions about company seller and source

I am a 74 year old hobbiest woodworker although have been doing this hobby since i was in middle school

Overview

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square, quality, accurate, good and great.

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Our engine has discovered that over 80% high quality reviews are present.

This product had a total of 398 reviews as of our last analysis date on Oct 19 2023.