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Angle Finder
Anyone used the Starrett Protractor Angle Finder............or any other angle finders?............what do you think? I am thinking that one may be handy to have in the near future. Thanks for any and all replies.
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Registered Tool Junkie
Trade: Residential New Construction
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Southeast Georgia
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Re: Angle Finder
I have one from Mayco Tools that I really like. The only problem I have with it is that the graduations on the scale are really small. I like that it has all the scales I need right on the body and blade.
I have read some not great things about the Starrett, the scale being put on at the factory a bit crooked +/-1 degree. I also know people that love theirs. The bosch digital also looks really nice. $$$$$ http://maycotools.com/
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Trade: General Contractor
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Bay Area California
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Re: Angle Finder
I am sick with some kind of stomach flu my body aches my intestines are going to explode so this is all I am typing tonight, I have put forward my last bit of energy to finish this response.......check this out
http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-DWM40L-F.../dp/B00002255G good night and MERRY X-MAS
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Professional Remodeler
Trade: Remodeling Contractor
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: Southeast Michigan
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Re: Angle Finder
I've been using the Bosch A.W. is referring to for about 3-4 years now. Works great and never had a problem with accuracy yet.
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Re: Angle Finder
Ditto That.
Get the Bosch. My sources tell me they are releasing a G2 model in the very near future. When that happens, I can assure you there will be a flood of G1's for sale on eBay. The G1 is great, don't get me wrong, but there are two things that would be nice to have on the updated model. |
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Trade: Carpentry
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: Delaware
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Re: Angle Finder
I just got the 12" starret for Christmas. When I get back to my shop I'll check the angles, but it's what I asked for.
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Trade: Carpenter - Remodeling
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Brampton, ON
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Re: Angle Finder
I have the bosch, well worth the cost. Very accurate.
Very handy. |
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Trade: Residential Contractor
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Jensen Beach, FL
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Re: Angle Finder
I use a Starrett but a machinist model (I'm also a machinist) and it's what I have on hand. I also use a machinist's level for setting countertops and shelving. Dump your bag of marbles there and they're staying.
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Trade: Whatever needs to be made or repaired
Join Date: Feb 2005
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Re: Angle Finder
Bosch here. No problems. Love it.
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Trade: Remodeling and Renovation Contractor
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Murphy, NC Hometown of Eric Rudolf
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Re: Angle Finder
I have the Bosch and the Starrett..... BOSCH wins!
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