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product_id: 254416042
title: "Swanson Tool Co., Inc SW1201K 7\" & Big 12\" Speed Square Layout Kit Without Layout Bar,Blue"
brand: "swanson tool co., inc"
price: "KSh14440"
currency: KES
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reviews_count: 7
category: "Swanson Tool Co., Inc"
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# 7" & 12" dual-size combo Multi-angle gradations Heavy-gauge aluminum alloy Swanson Tool Co., Inc SW1201K 7" & Big 12" Speed Square Layout Kit Without Layout Bar,Blue

**Brand:** swanson tool co., inc
**Price:** KSh14440
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📐 Master every angle with Swanson’s iconic Speed Square duo — don’t get left behind!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Swanson Tool Co., Inc SW1201K 7" & Big 12" Speed Square Layout Kit Without Layout Bar,Blue by swanson tool co., inc
- **How much does it cost?** KSh14440 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.ke](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/254416042-swanson-tool-co-inc-sw1201k-7-and-big-12-speed)

## Best For

- swanson tool co., inc enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted swanson tool co., inc brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Effortless Accuracy:** Clear black-filled gradations for quick, precise marking of rafters, stairs, and cuts.
- • **Bonus Blue Book Included:** Expert tips and layouts to elevate your craftsmanship and impress your crew.
- • **Built to Last, Built in USA:** Rugged die-cast aerospace aluminum alloy ensures durability on any job site.
- • **Precision Meets Versatility:** Two top-selling speed squares in one kit for every angle and cut.
- • **Your Ultimate Carpentry Companion:** Functions as try square, miter square, saw guide, protractor, and more.

## Overview

The Swanson SW1201K Speed Square Layout Kit combines a 7-inch and a 12-inch Big 12 Speed Square, crafted from heavy-gauge aerospace aluminum alloy for unmatched durability and accuracy. Featuring multiple gradations for common, hip, valley, and jack rafters, this die-cast tool doubles as a try square, miter square, saw guide, and protractor. Made in the USA since 1925, it includes a handy Blue Book for expert layout guidance, making it an essential, professional-grade tool for carpenters, roofers, and DIY enthusiasts alike.

## Description

Swanson Tool Company has combined our two top-selling speed squares as a value-packed, two-item kit. Both the Speed Square and the Big 12 Speed Square are innovative tools with incredible versatility since you can use them in place of a number of other tools: 1. Try Square, 2. Miter Square, 3. Saw Guide, 4. Line Scriber, 5. Protractor. The Big 12 Speed Square can also serve as an Out-of-Square Corner Angle Finder and Stair Layout Square. The Big 12 Speed Square is a 12-inch version of the Swanson Speed Square with added features for building stairs. Both Speed Squares are die-cast for durability and accuracy. Made of heavy-gauge aerospace aluminum alloy, they are built to last years on the job site. Black-filled gradations stand out against a matte finish for easy reading and are simple to use with the Swanson One-Number Method of rafter layout. The Swanson Speed Square is our most popular product and remains the most trusted square of its kind. Look for the Diamond cutout for genuine Swanson products.

Review: Hubby happy with the blue book - Bought this for my husband. Delivery was prompt and item was as expected. Hubby was so happy with the included blue book.
Review: Good quality - The quality is nice and very useful

## Features

- MULTIPLE GRADATIONS: Make the exact mark you need! Gradations Included For Marking Common, Hip, Valley, And Jack Rafters; Useful For Determining And Marking Angles And Making Square Cuts On Boards
- FEATURES: Get More Bang For Your Buck With This Value Pack Of Two Of Our Best Selling Speed Squares - the 7 inch Speed Square and the 12 inch "Big 12" Speed Square - and you also get the very useful Blue Book.
- DURABLE MATERIAL: Heavy-Gauge Billet Aluminum Alloy Construction means You Have a Rugged Tool. And Its Die-Cast Design Provides Increased and Reliable Accuracy Versus Laser-Etched And Extruded Stamped Rafter Squares
- EASY TO USE: When Used As A Saw Guide, The Speed Square Makes Truing Up A Board Easy
- MADE IN USA: The Speed Square, made in the USA since 1925, is essential for every carpenter, construction professional, roofer, and DIYer
- SIMPLIFY IMPORTANT TASKS: Any time you need to ensure something is square, these two Speed Squaresa arethe best tools for the job. It's also really easy to mark 90 and 45 degrees with these squares. The Swanson Speed Square and the Big 12 Speed Square are the perfect squares for every project and job.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01CI4UBN6 |
| ASIN  | B01CI4UBN6 |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #30,125 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #26 in Carpentry Squares |
| Color | Metallic |
| Country of origin  | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (29,537) |
| Customer reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (29,537) |
| Date First Available | 30 May 2016 |
| Date First Available  | 30 May 2016 |
| Included components | One Speed Square and One Big 12 Speed Square |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 789 g |
| Item model number | SW1201K |
| Item model number  | SW1201K |
| Manufacturer | Swanson Tool Company, Inc |
| Manufacturer  | Swanson Tool Company, Inc |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Measurement Accuracy | 0.05 |
| Measurement System | Imperial |
| Part number | SW1201K |
| Pattern | Speed Square |
| Power source type | Manual |
| Product Dimensions | 44.12 x 4.11 x 22.23 cm; 789 g |
| Product Dimensions  | 44.12 x 4.11 x 22.23 cm; 789 g |
| Size | 7" & 12" (inches) Combo |
| Special Features | Aluminum |
| Style | Speed Square 3 Piece Value Pack |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Swanson Tool Co., Inc
- **Colour:** Metallic
- **Graduation range:** 1/4 Inches
- **Material:** Aluminum
- **Style:** Speed Square 3 Piece Value Pack

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What does it mean by "without layout bar"?**
A: Great question!  
At Swanson, we feel strongly that each product description needs to be specific, so you receive exactly the tool you are expecting.
This bundle item, which is model # SW1201K, includes our classic 7" square (the S0101) and the 12" Big Square (the S0107).  However, if you look up the S0107 by itself on Amazon, you'll see it traditionally ships with a layout bar which is an essential component that you would use when working with out-of-square corners and/or creating stair stringers.
We just want to make sure you know that you're still receiving the Big 12" - but for model # SW1201K, the Big 12 does not include the layout bar.
Thanks!
The Swanson Team

**Q: Couldn't understand why the 7"+12"combo is more expensive?**
A: I dont know of the price issue, but i suggest you to purchase 12" square only with a layout Bar as off-set measurements can be best and easily assessed with the later attachment.

**Q: Why so long for them to be shipped???**
A: Took mine 2-3 days give or take but I had prime

**Q: is there a metric version?**
A: Great question!  We do offer a 25 cm Metric Square with 2 different blue books, and Amazon carries it in both styles.  Model # NA202 is the 25 cm Speed Square that comes with a Blue Book of instructions in English and Spanish. Model # EU202  is the 25 cm Speed Square that comes with a Blue Book of instructions in English, German and French.
Hope that helps!
The Swanson Team

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hubby happy with the blue book
*by S***Y on 15 March 2021*

Bought this for my husband. Delivery was prompt and item was as expected. Hubby was so happy with the included blue book.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality
*by A***Z on 19 May 2023*

The quality is nice and very useful

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***J on 7 July 2016*

This is not a replacement for an adjustable combination square and is not suitable for fine work, but for its intended use in framing work it is brilliant. The pencil notches for marking lines parallel to the edge of a board are very useful when ripping wood and the protractor feature is surprisingly usable (though again, not really for marking off 3.25 degrees!) The wide base makes this convenient for checking joints for plumb as it will stand on its own quite securely; this base also makes a really solid rest for when you want to mark a cutting line at 90 degrees - it hooks over the edge of a standard CLS 2x X timber perfectly and gives a far more positive result than a standard combination square (the full length of the side of the square being in contact with the timber really helps here too.) I have not yet used the square for the purpose for which I bought it (laying out rafters for my current project) but hope to do so soon - the accompanying "blue book" seems fairly comprehensive and I'm confident this square will make my life a lot easier when the time comes. Overall the square is well made from nice thick metal and very nicely finished. My only criticism would be that the black paint applied to the markings wasn't particularly thorough; as the markings themselves are deeply recessed into the metal there is no issue in practice. Edit: I have since used it to make rafters and very much more and it was excellent. Once you've figured out the desired roof pitch it's so simple to get every cut at the right angle - not just for rafters but things like barge boards, sheathing, lining, interior trim etc. Worth every penny.

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