The Chappell Universal 1218 Traveler Framing Square is designed for to get the job done, in the shop or on the road.
Proudly Made in the USA
The 1218 Traveler promises to be your go-to-square for quick and effortless layout in the shop or in the field. The tongue to body length ratios make it an extremely well-balanced square. It is large enough to assure accurate layout, while small enough to wield comfortably in your hands for both layout. Moreover, it serves as a gauging square to check the squareness of stock and accuracy of layout. Once you begin using the 1218 Traveler, you’ll wonder how you ever got by without it.
The Traveler is made of durable 304 stainless steel and is deeply etched with the patented Chappell Universal rafter tables. The model number refers to the length of the tongue and body in inches. It is ideal for general layout. In addition, it is the perfect square for throwing in your tool box or back pack. This is useful when you’re working on the road.
Save Time—Make Money
Quality work takes time and costs money. With the Chappell Square you will save hours of time on each project simply because it will do away with hours of head-scratching. Therefore, this allows you to get right to work and complete the job. Then you can get home to your family. You can finish the treehouse or clubhouse you promised to build with your kids. The time saved, and money made in the first day of use laying out and cutting a compound roof system, will likely be greater than the cost of the square. Additionally, your kids will be happier for it.
A wealth of knowledge in the palm of your hand
The Traveler framing square has proven to be one of the handiest squares in the Chappell Square line. It’s a perfect complement to its big brother, the Master Framer. Also, it is an ideal layout tool on its own whether in the shop or on the road. The patented rafter tables allow for unprecedented layout versatility. As a result, this lets you make every project your masterpiece. Plus, you do this by putting a wealth of knowledge in the palm of your hand.
No Batteries, No Brainer
The Traveler is not just a square, it’s a Powerful Calculator and NO batteries required!!!. With only a pencil and a scrap piece of wood, even the first-time builder will be able to lay out and cut the most complex, compound roof system. When you’re through with your project, simply put it on the shelf. It will be there the next time you need to build a roof system. No recharging, software upgrades or batteries required.
Forgot your calculator at home?
No problem!—With the Chappell Square, all you need is a pencil and a scrap piece of wood. This lets you make simple multiplication and addition calc’s on-the-fly.
Don’t know how to use CAD? Don’t know Trigonometry?
No Problem!—The Chappell Square allows you to get right-to-work actually building. Therefore, there is no time wasted twisting your mind in abstract thought. As a result, all rotational angles and length factors for virtually any complex roof system are deeply and indelibly etched in easy-to-calculate decimal format into the body and blade. In fact, it’s as simple to use as a connect the dots drawing for any preschooler.
No Software Upgrades, No Backups
Coupled with the rugged 304 Stainless Steel construction, this square will last for scores of generations. It will never need a software upgrade. Also, it needs no electric back-up system of any kind.
Never again worry about forgetting what you know or trying to memorize random concepts—the Chappell Square has your back when it comes to building complex roof system.
Just like the Sumerian cuneiform tablets, there’s good odds the Chappell Square will be around and functional 6000 years from now. This is thanks in part to the Stainless Steel. Also, it is because it is Made in USA, no moving parts, no maintenance, and NO UPGRADES REQUIRED.
Whether it be a backyard playhouse, or a scale-sized dollhouse for your daughter or granddaughter—or your own dream house. The Chappell Square will put the knowledge you need to build, right in the palm of your hand.
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