Swan Squares
Swan Squares and Depth Stops for Precise Layout
Swan squares are layout tools for cabinet, trim, and furniture work. The collection includes the Ridgway adjustable carpenter square, the Merlin flat double square, the Firehawk trim square sold as a combo with the Falcon depth stop, the Falcon depth stop on its own, and the Tyton Pro-Trac protractor for reading and transferring angles. Two items listed here belong with other Swan lines: the OS360M articulating vacuum clamp mount and the offset stop for Red Tail rulers.
What to Look For
- Fixed or adjustable. Fixed squares check 90 degrees. The Ridgway adjusts for other angles.
- Flat or stepped. A flat double square lies on the face of the work for marking. A trim square registers on an edge.
- Repeat marks. The Falcon depth stop sets a distance you can transfer again and again.
- Angle work. The Tyton Pro-Trac protractor handles miters and odd angles.
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Swan Squares FAQ
Should I buy the Firehawk combo or the Falcon depth stop alone?
Buy the combo kit if you need the Firehawk trim square. If you already own a Swan square, the Falcon depth stop on its own adds repeat-distance marking.
What is a flat double square used for?
A flat double square lies flat on the workpiece, so the blade sits right at the surface for crisp pencil or knife lines. It suits joinery layout, marking across panels, and checking small parts.