A very Simple jig/addition to your Speed Square to easier align cuts with your circular saw.
Sure this can be done with some pieces of plywood or making a complete jig out of wood, but the "stick" can easily be unscrewed for storage, or if you need to use the speed square as intended.
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What a good idea! I'm off to my workshop right now!
dekeros (Aug 17, 2020), emu roo (May 6, 2026), Scotsman Hosie (Aug 14, 2020)
Most kind of you sir, much appreciated! Tip of the hat! ��
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emu roo (May 6, 2026)
Nice adaptation of the Speed Square without disabling it for other use. Extending the 'blade & cut marker' makes it perfect, really.
Sincerely,
Toolmaker51
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Thank you very much! I really appricate that.
I was thinking on making the marking stick with some kind of sliding holes, so I could push and release the the stick when not needed. Maybe too much work for something small like this. �� Thanks again!
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emu roo (May 6, 2026), Toolmaker51 (Aug 17, 2020)
Slotted screw holes in the bar are feasible (versus the square), making the scale unreadable. A simple metal dowel pin will make the extensions position repeat dependably.
Sincerely,
Toolmaker51
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Ah! Good points! I may look into this - I like it. Thanks again!
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I make things, jigs and tools on my small YouTube channel. Mostly woodworking and DIY related.
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emu roo (May 6, 2026), Toolmaker51 (Aug 17, 2020)
Congratulations dekeros - your Speed Square Jig is the Homemade Tool of the Week!
Definitely one of the simplest tools we've seen around here, but that is its exact allure, just like your last Homemade Tool of the Week-winning Simple Dowel Maker.
Some more nice builds from this week:
Crucible Tongs by natie123
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PVC Friction Welding Tool by rgsparber
Universal File Handle by orioncons36
Fastener Storage Container by fawabros
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Dust Collector by Haslip Cycle Works
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Vise Soft Jaws by kess
Desk Side Hanger by chy_farm
Overhead Light Trolley by Make Things
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Circular Saw Crosscut Jig by Christofix
dekeros - you'll be receiving a $25 online gift card, in your choice of Amazon (US-only), PayPal, or bitcoin. Please PM me your current email address and gift card choice and I'll get it sent over right away.
This is your 2nd Homemade Tool of the Week win. We'll get this one indexed and added to our encyclopedia. Here is your last Homemade Tool of the Week winning tool. Congrats again
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I'm very honored! Thank you so very much!
emu roo (May 6, 2026)
Thanks dekeros! We've added your Speed Square Jig to our Jigs category,
as well as to your builder page: dekeros's Homemade Tools. Your receipt:
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